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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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
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
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good 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
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Debden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Debden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, below-average incomes. Debden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only71.2%
9% below US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg
Other Languages9.1%

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 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 cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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). 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

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

Property Tax

In Debden, 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: Debden 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

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. 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 1,716 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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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

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").

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). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density630/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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?

Debden 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 $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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

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 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.

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.

How healthy is Debden?

The obesity rate in Debden 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 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. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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