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Borden, SK

Saskatchewan

Borden is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 281. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
281 Population 996/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $49,600 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population281
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$49,600
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty7.6%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden12.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+29.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Borden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borden receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Borden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Borden is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Borden is $250,000, 11% 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 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Borden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°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 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Borden has a population of 281 with a density of 996 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

281
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Borden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages7.1%

Social Characteristics

Borden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borden is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Borden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Borden is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 130 total housing units in the city. 12.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%
Renter-Occupied19.2%
Housing Units130

Property Tax

In Borden, 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: Borden 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

Borden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°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 15.9 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 1,640 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates52.4051°N, 107.2387°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 20°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in

Borden has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F — from 3°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.4").

12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% 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. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+29.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Borden

What is the population of Borden?

Borden has a population of 281 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 996 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Borden expensive to live in?

Borden 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 $83,000, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Borden?

Borden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°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 15.9 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 Borden?

The unemployment rate in Borden is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 11.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Borden?

The median home value in Borden is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Borden?

12.5% of adults in Borden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Borden?

The obesity rate in Borden 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 Borden?

The average commute in Borden is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Borden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Borden is 100% White. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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