Buchanan No. 304, SK — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $55,200

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $100,000

65% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.1%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $840

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 8.8%

144% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.5%

162% higher than US avg

How Buchanan No. 304 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population330

Median Age53.2 yrs

Density1/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median Income$55,200

Per Capita$39,200

Unemployment8.8%

Poverty32.5%

Commute34 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$100,000

Rent$840

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units170

Rent Burden15.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain18.9 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.1%

High School+30.5%

Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Buchanan No. 304 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buchanan No. 304 receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Buchanan No. 304 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buchanan No. 304 is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buchanan No. 304 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buchanan No. 304 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Buchanan No. 304 has a population of 330 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 273.5 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.8% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

330

Total Population

People / sq mi

53.2yrs

Median Age

37% above US avg

273.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buchanan No. 304 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	81.8%
	4% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Other Languages	18.2%

Social Characteristics

Buchanan No. 304 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buchanan No. 304 is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,200. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.5% 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 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 138.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Buchanan No. 304 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,200
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.8%
	144% above US avg
Poverty Rate	32.5%
	162% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	138.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Buchanan No. 304 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 170 total housing units in the city. 15.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, 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 Burden	15.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.1%
Renter-Occupied	5.9%
Housing Units	170

Property Tax

In Buchanan No. 304, 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: Buchanan No. 304 vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Buchanan No. 304 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 302 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 18.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 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 1,657 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	34.1°F
	37% below US avg
January Average	-2°F (-19°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	18.9 inches
	50% below US avg
Snowfall	3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	1,657 ft (505 m)
Area	273.5 sq mi (708.3 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	51.7038°N, 102.7556°W
Timezone	America/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-2°F (-19°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	6°F (-14°C)	0.6 in	Driest
March	17°F (-8°C)	0.9 in
April	36°F (2°C)	1.0 in
May	51°F (11°C)	2.3 in
June	60°F (16°C)	3.2 in	Wettest
July	64°F (18°C)	3.1 in	Warmest
August	62°F (17°C)	2.5 in
September	52°F (11°C)	1.9 in
October	39°F (4°C)	1.1 in
November	20°F (-7°C)	0.8 in
December	3°F (-16°C)	0.9 in

Buchanan No. 304 has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from -2°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% 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. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.1%
	85% below US avg
High School+	30.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1/sq mi
Total Area	273.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	138.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Buchanan No. 304

What is the population of Buchanan No. 304?

Buchanan No. 304 has a population of 330 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 273.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 53% male.

Is Buchanan No. 304 expensive to live in?

Buchanan No. 304 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 $55,200, 27% 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 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Buchanan No. 304?

Buchanan No. 304 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Buchanan No. 304?

The job market in Buchanan No. 304 faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 138.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Buchanan No. 304?

The median home value in Buchanan No. 304 is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Buchanan No. 304?

5.1% of adults in Buchanan No. 304 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Buchanan No. 304?

The obesity rate in Buchanan No. 304 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 Buchanan No. 304?

The average commute in Buchanan No. 304 is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 138.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Buchanan No. 304?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Buchanan No. 304 is 100% White. 81.8% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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