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Whitecap, SK

Saskatchewan

Whitecap is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 511. Residents earn $76,500 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
511 Population 69/sq mi density
$76,500 Median Income $34,800 per capita
$231,833 Home Value
$840 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 289 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$76,500 median income, 24.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,833 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,500
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,833
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.4%
578% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age26.2 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,500
Per Capita$34,800
Unemployment24.4%
Poverty22.0%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,833
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+32.9%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whitecap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitecap receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, an elevated poverty rate. Whitecap offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitecap is $76,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 24.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitecap is $231,833, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whitecap has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whitecap has a population of 511 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 26.2 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

511
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
26.2yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitecap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages9.8%

Social Characteristics

Whitecap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitecap is $76,500, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Whitecap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,500
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.4%
578% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitecap is $231,833, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,833
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied9.7%
Housing Units155

Property Tax

In Whitecap, 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: Whitecap 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

Whitecap has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall15.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates51.8887°N, 106.7194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+32.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Nearby Cities

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