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Balcarres, SK

Saskatchewan

Balcarres is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 616. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
616 Population 988/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $41,400 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density988/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$41,400
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty20.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,955 ft (596 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+26.0%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Balcarres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balcarres 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. Balcarres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balcarres is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Balcarres is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Balcarres 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 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.

Balcarres has a population of 616 with a density of 988 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.3% female and 44.7% male. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 6.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

616
Total Population
988
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Balcarres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages6.5%

Social Characteristics

Balcarres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balcarres is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,400. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% 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 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Balcarres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Balcarres is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). There are 275 total housing units in the city. 14.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Renter-Occupied21.8%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Balcarres, 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: Balcarres 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

Balcarres 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 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 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 1,955 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 Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,955 ft (596 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density988/sq mi
Coordinates50.8047°N, 103.5427°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Balcarres has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.6").

10.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.0% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+26.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density988/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Balcarres

What is the population of Balcarres?

Balcarres has a population of 616 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 988 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.3% female and 44.7% male.

Is Balcarres expensive to live in?

Balcarres 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 $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Balcarres?

Balcarres 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 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Balcarres?

The unemployment rate in Balcarres is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Balcarres?

The median home value in Balcarres is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800.

How are the schools in Balcarres?

10.6% of adults in Balcarres hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.0% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Balcarres?

The obesity rate in Balcarres 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 Balcarres?

The average commute in Balcarres is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Balcarres?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Balcarres is 87.9% White, 6.1% Asian. 92.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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