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Wood River No. 74, SK

Saskatchewan

Wood River No. 74 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 466. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
466 Population 2/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $54,000 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

How Wood River No. 74 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population466
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$54,000
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$840
Ownership94.6%
Housing Units185
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+22.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Wood River No. 74 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wood River No. 74 receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Wood River No. 74 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wood River No. 74 is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wood River No. 74 is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wood River No. 74 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches.

Wood River No. 74 has a population of 466 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.5% of residents, while 5.3% speak Spanish.

Population

466
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
318.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wood River No. 74 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish 5.3%
60% below US avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Wood River No. 74 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wood River No. 74 is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,038, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 60.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wood River No. 74 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wood River No. 74 is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 94.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 185 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.6%
Owner-Occupied94.6%
Renter-Occupied8.1%
Housing Units185

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Wood River No. 74 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Wood River No. 74 vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Wood River No. 74 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)
Area318.5 sq mi (824.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.6538°N, 106.6196°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BORDER (1,409 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 BORDER 1,409 83 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Wood River No. 74 has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+22.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area318.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Airports Near Wood River No. 74

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Assiniboia Airport—Small Airport
Ferland Airport—Small Airport
Gravelbourg Airport—Small Airport
Poverty Valley Airport—Small Airport
Rockglen Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wood River No. 74

What is the population of Wood River No. 74?

Wood River No. 74 has a population of 466 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 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 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Wood River No. 74 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wood River No. 74 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wood River No. 74 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wood River No. 74?

Wood River No. 74 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wood River No. 74?

The unemployment rate in Wood River No. 74 is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,038. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 60.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wood River No. 74?

The median home value in Wood River No. 74 is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 94.6%.

How are the schools in Wood River No. 74?

8.5% of adults in Wood River No. 74 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Wood River No. 74?

The average commute in Wood River No. 74 is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92% of workers drive alone to work, and 60.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wood River No. 74?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wood River No. 74 is 99% White. 91.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.3% speak Spanish.

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