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Pense, SK

Saskatchewan

Pense is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 603. Residents earn $122,000 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
603 Population 1,180/sq mi density
$122,000 Median Income $56,400 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$122,000 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $122,000
62% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% 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 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density1,180/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$122,000
Per Capita$56,400
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty3.8%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units210
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+36.3%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Pense a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pense receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pense offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pense is $122,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 62% above $75,149. This places Pense among higher-income communities. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pense is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pense has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Pense has a population of 603 with a density of 1,180 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

603
Total Population
1,180
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pense vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages2.5%

Social Characteristics

Pense vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pense is $122,000, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pense vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,000
62% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pense is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied4.8%
Housing Units210

Property Tax

In Pense, 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: Pense 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

Pense has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,180/sq mi
Coordinates50.4159°N, 104.9829°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+36.3%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,180/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Nearby Cities

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