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Young, SK

Saskatchewan

Young is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 253. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
253 Population 258/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,729 ft (527 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+35.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Young a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Young receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Young offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Young is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Young is $100,000, 65% 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 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Young 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 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Young has a population of 253 with a density of 258 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (96.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

253
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Young vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages3.9%

Social Characteristics

Young vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Young is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% 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 29 minutes. 10.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Young vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Young is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 125 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 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units125

Property Tax

In Young, 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: Young 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

Young has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 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 1,729 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,729 ft (527 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates51.7691°N, 105.7483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Young has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 65% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+35.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Young

What is the population of Young?

Young has a population of 253 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 258 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Young expensive to live in?

Young 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 $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% 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 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Young?

Young has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Young?

The unemployment rate in Young is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 10.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Young?

The median home value in Young is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Young?

6.7% of adults in Young hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Young?

The obesity rate in Young 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 Young?

The average commute in Young is 29 minutes. 65% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Young?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Young is 96.4% White. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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