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Arcola, SK

Saskatchewan

Arcola is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 636. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
636 Population 476/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $66,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,340 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,340/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,340
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population636
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density476/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$66,000
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty12.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,340
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation2,005 ft (611 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Arcola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcola receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Arcola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcola is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcola is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,340 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arcola has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Arcola has a population of 636 with a density of 476 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

636
Total Population
476
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages6.3%

Social Characteristics

Arcola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcola is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Arcola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcola is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,340 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,340
15% above US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Arcola, 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: Arcola 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

Arcola has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.8 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,005 ft (611 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density476/sq mi
Coordinates49.6350°N, 102.4907°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density476/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.3%

Nearby Cities

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