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Whitewood, SK

Saskatchewan

Whitewood is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 944. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
944 Population 623/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $48,900 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$780 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $780/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population944
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female47% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$48,900
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty15.4%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units410
Rent Burden12.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+30.5%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whitewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitewood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Whitewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitewood is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitewood is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whitewood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whitewood has a population of 944 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

944
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages7.4%

Social Characteristics

Whitewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitewood is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Whitewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitewood is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% 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$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units410

Property Tax

In Whitewood, 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: Whitewood 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

Whitewood has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average2°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,975 ft (602 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates50.3313°N, 102.2673°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+30.5%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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