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Wolseley, SK

Saskatchewan

Wolseley is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 852. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
852 Population 378/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $705/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population852
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density378/mi²
Male / Female47% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty17.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units395
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wolseley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolseley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 an elevated poverty rate. Wolseley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolseley is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolseley is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wolseley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wolseley has a population of 852 with a density of 378 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.8% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

852
Total Population
378
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolseley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages5.9%

Social Characteristics

Wolseley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolseley is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 27.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wolseley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolseley is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 395 total housing units in the city. 9.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units395

Property Tax

In Wolseley, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Wolseley 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

Wolseley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,965 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density378/sq mi
Coordinates50.4227°N, 103.2664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Wolseley has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F — from 3°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.7").

8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density378/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Wolseley

What is the population of Wolseley?

Wolseley has a population of 852 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 378 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.4% male.

Is Wolseley expensive to live in?

Wolseley is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Wolseley?

Wolseley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Wolseley?

Wolseley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 27.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wolseley?

The median home value in Wolseley is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705.

How are the schools in Wolseley?

8.8% of adults in Wolseley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wolseley?

The obesity rate in Wolseley is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Wolseley?

The average commute in Wolseley is 26 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wolseley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wolseley is 92.4% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 93% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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