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Pelly, SK

Saskatchewan

Pelly is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 255. Residents earn $47,600 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
255 Population 690/sq mi density
$47,600 Median Income $40,000 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$47,600 median income, 15.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,600
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.6%
155% higher than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density690/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,600
Per Capita$40,000
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty31.6%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$840
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units150
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,558 ft (475 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Pelly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pelly receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Pelly has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pelly is $47,600, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.6% 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 Pelly is $75,000, 73% 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 1.6x 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

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches.

Pelly has a population of 255 with a density of 690 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.3% of residents.

Population

255
Total Population
690
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 13.7%

Social Characteristics

Pelly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelly is $47,600, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,000. The average weekly wage is $769, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pelly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,600
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,000
Avg Weekly Wage$769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.6%
155% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pelly is $75,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 150 total housing units in the city. 20.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units150

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, Pelly receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pelly 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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Pelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 67°F. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,558 feet.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-20°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,558 ft (475 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density690/sq mi
Coordinates51.8532°N, 101.9274°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 114 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 117 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 130 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 138 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 127 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 142 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 135 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 101 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -3°F (-20°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 1.0 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 1.0 in

Pelly has a seasonal temperature swing of 67°F / from -3°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.8").

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4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density690/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Monuments in Pelly

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fort Livingstone National Historic Site

Ski Resorts Near Pelly

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Duck Mountain Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Pelly

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swan River AirportZJNMedium Airport
Yorkton Municipal AirportYQVMedium Airport
Canora AirportSmall Airport
Kamsack AirportSmall Airport
Preeceville AirportSmall Airport
PVA1 AirportSmall Airport
Roblin AirportSmall Airport
Stenen/Clayton Air 3 AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pelly

What is the population of Pelly?

Pelly has a population of 255 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 690 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Pelly expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,600, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,000 (73% 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 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pelly safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pelly?

Pelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pelly?

The job market in Pelly faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $769. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pelly?

The median home value in Pelly is $75,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Pelly?

4.6% of adults in Pelly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pelly?

The average commute in Pelly is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pelly?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pelly is 98.1% White. 86.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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