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Porcupine Plain, SK

Saskatchewan

Porcupine Plain is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 817. Residents earn $59,200 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
817 Population 996/sq mi density
$59,200 Median Income $47,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$710 Median Rent 6.6% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$59,200 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $710/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,200
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population817
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,200
Per Capita$47,200
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty17.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units380
Rent Burden6.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,644 ft (501 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+37.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Porcupine Plain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porcupine Plain receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Porcupine Plain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Porcupine Plain is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Porcupine Plain is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 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

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Porcupine Plain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°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 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Porcupine Plain has a population of 817 with a density of 996 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 11.4% Asian.

Population

817
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Porcupine Plain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages16.5%

Social Characteristics

Porcupine Plain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Porcupine Plain is $59,200, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Porcupine Plain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Porcupine Plain is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% 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$710
39% below US avg
Rent Burden6.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units380

Property Tax

In Porcupine Plain, 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: Porcupine Plain 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

Porcupine Plain has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.4°F
38% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,644 ft (501 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates52.5991°N, 103.2556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+37.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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