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Wawota, SK

Saskatchewan

Wawota is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 555. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
555 Population 1,127/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$670 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $670/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

How Wawota Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population555
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1,127/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty14.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units250
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,172 ft (662 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+34.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wawota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wawota receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wawota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wawota is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wawota is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wawota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wawota has a population of 555 with a density of 1,127 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

555
Total Population
2021 Census
1,127
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wawota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages4.5%

Social Characteristics

Wawota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wawota is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wawota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wawota is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units250

Property Tax

In Wawota, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wawota vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Wawota has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average2°F (-16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,172 ft (662 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,127/sq mi
Coordinates49.9000°N, 102.0343°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
71% below US avg
High School+34.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,127/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Nearby Cities

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