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La Loche, SK

Saskatchewan

La Loche is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 2,514. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,514 Population 421/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $33,360 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 10.4% income on rent
32°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 24.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $800/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.8%
589% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,514
Median Age25.6 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$33,360
Unemployment24.8%
Poverty17.7%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units720
Rent Burden10.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+0.6%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is La Loche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Loche receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. La Loche offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Loche is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 24.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Loche is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

La Loche has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

La Loche has a population of 2,514 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 25.6 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.2% Asian.

Population

2,514
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
25.6yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

La Loche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.9%
71% below US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg
Other Languages76.9%

Social Characteristics

La Loche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Loche is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: La Loche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.8%
589% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Loche is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden10.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.9%
Renter-Occupied68.8%
Housing Units720

Property Tax

In La Loche, 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: La Loche 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

La Loche has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-19°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average31.8°F
41% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-19°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates56.4837°N, 109.4334°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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