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Yellow Grass, SK

Saskatchewan

Yellow Grass is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 483. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
483 Population 469/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $54,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population483
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$54,000
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty12.4%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$840
Ownership86.5%
Housing Units185
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+41.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Yellow Grass a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yellow Grass is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yellow Grass is $200,000, 29% 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 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yellow Grass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches.

Yellow Grass has a population of 483 with a density of 469 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.6% of residents.

Population

483
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Yellow Grass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

Yellow Grass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yellow Grass is $79,000, which is 5% 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 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Yellow Grass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Yellow Grass is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 86.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 185 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.5%
Owner-Occupied86.5%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
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, Yellow Grass receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Yellow Grass 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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Yellow Grass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 306 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 16.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates49.8062°N, 104.1601°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.4"
57% below US avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.72"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Nov 11, 1998.

Nov 11, 1998 10 km SW of Grenora, North Dakota M3.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.6 in Driest
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.8 in

Yellow Grass has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 4°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and November the driest (0.6").

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17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+41.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Schools in Yellow Grass

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yellow Grass School
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Radio Stations near Yellow Grass

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFSL 1190 Weyburn, SK country AAC+ 63 kbps
CHWY-FM 106.7 "Big 106" Weyburn, SK adult hits AAC+ 64 kbps
CKRC-FM "Magic 103.5" Weyburn, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 63 kbps

Banks in Yellow Grass

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Weyburn Credit Union

Airports Near Yellow Grass

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Regina International AirportYQRMedium Airport
Fillmore AirportSmall Airport
Odessa / Strawberry Lakes AirstripSmall Airport
Pangman AirportSmall Airport
Pilot Butte AirportSmall Airport
Radville AirportSmall Airport
Weyburn AirportSmall Airport
White City (Radomsky) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yellow Grass

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christian Mennonite Church of Yellow Grass

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow Grass

What is the population of Yellow Grass?

Yellow Grass has a population of 483 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 469 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 51% male.

Is Yellow Grass expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Yellow Grass safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Yellow Grass receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Yellow Grass?

Yellow Grass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.4 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yellow Grass?

The unemployment rate in Yellow Grass is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,038. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Yellow Grass?

The median home value in Yellow Grass is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 86.5%.

How are the schools in Yellow Grass?

17.5% of adults in Yellow Grass hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Yellow Grass?

The average commute in Yellow Grass is 26 minutes. 93.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Yellow Grass?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Yellow Grass is 100% White. 90.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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