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Buckland No. 491, SK

Saskatchewan

Buckland No. 491 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 3,277. Residents earn $110,000 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,277 Population 11/sq mi density
$110,000 Median Income $57,100 per capita
$380,000 Home Value
$1,350 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$110,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$380,000 home value, $1,350/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,000
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $380,000
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Buckland No. 491 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,277
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$110,000
Per Capita$57,100
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty6.2%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$380,000
Rent$1,350
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,235
Rent Burden7.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+30.7%
Graduate+4.5%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Buckland No. 491 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckland No. 491 receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Buckland No. 491 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckland No. 491 is $110,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Buckland No. 491 among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckland No. 491 is $380,000, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buckland No. 491 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 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Buckland No. 491 has a population of 3,277 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

3,277
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
304.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckland No. 491 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg
Other Languages4.3%

Social Characteristics

Buckland No. 491 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckland No. 491 is $110,000, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Buckland No. 491 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,000
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckland No. 491 is $380,000, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$380,000
35% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.0%
Renter-Occupied2.4%
Housing Units1,235

Property Tax

In Buckland No. 491, 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: Buckland No. 491 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

Buckland No. 491 has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Area304.0 sq mi (787.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates53.2993°N, 105.7581°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+30.7%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area304.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

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