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Debden, SK

Saskatchewan

Debden is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 327. Residents earn $56,400 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
327 Population 630/sq mi density
$56,400 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$56,400 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,400
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population327
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density630/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,400
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty17.5%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$840
Ownership77.8%
Housing Units135
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,716 ft (523 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+41.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Debden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Debden receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Debden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Debden is $56,400, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Debden is $140,000, 50% 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 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Debden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches.

Debden has a population of 327 with a density of 630 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (95%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.2% of residents, while 19.7% speak Spanish.

Population

327
Total Population
2021 Census
630
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Debden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.2%
9% below US avg
Spanish 19.7%
47% above US avg
Other Languages 9.1%

Social Characteristics

Debden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Debden is $56,400, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,200. The average weekly wage is $677, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 10.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Debden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,400
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200
Avg Weekly Wage$677

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Debden is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 77.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 135 total housing units in the city. 22.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.8%
Owner-Occupied77.8%
Renter-Occupied25.9%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Debden receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Debden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Debden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 303 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,716 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.5°F
38% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,716 ft (523 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density630/sq mi
Coordinates53.5168°N, 106.8844°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 17°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Debden has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from -2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 65% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+41.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density630/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Gas Stations in Debden

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op
Petro-Canada

Ski Resorts Near Debden

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Timber Ridge 0.0 $0

Airports Near Debden

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Big River AirportSmall Airport
Clayton Air 1 AirportSmall Airport
Debden AirportSmall Airport
Leask AirportSmall Airport
Leoville AirportSmall Airport
Shellbrook AirportSmall Airport
Spiritwood / H & M Fast FarmsSmall Airport
Spiritwood AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Debden

What is the population of Debden?

Debden has a population of 327 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 630 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Debden expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,400, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Debden safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Debden receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Debden?

Debden 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 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Debden?

The job market in Debden faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $677. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 10.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Debden?

The median home value in Debden is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 77.8%.

How are the schools in Debden?

8.7% of adults in Debden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Debden?

The average commute in Debden is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Debden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Debden is 95% White. 71.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.7% speak Spanish.

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