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Duck Lake, SK

Saskatchewan

Duck Lake is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 579. Residents earn $65,500 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
579 Population 630/sq mi density
$65,500 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$65,500 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $770/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,500
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density630/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,500
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty14.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+30.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Duck Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duck Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Duck Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duck Lake is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duck Lake is $130,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Duck Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Duck Lake has a population of 579 with a density of 630 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

579
Total Population
630
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Duck Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.0%
3% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg
Other Languages12.1%

Social Characteristics

Duck Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duck Lake is $65,500, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Duck Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,500
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Duck Lake is $130,000, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%
Renter-Occupied29.7%
Housing Units185

Property Tax

In Duck Lake, 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: Duck Lake 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

Duck Lake has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density630/sq mi
Coordinates52.8119°N, 106.2296°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
51% below US avg
High School+30.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density630/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.6%

Nearby Cities

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