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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /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
3.0 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership82.9%
Housing Units380
Rent Burden6.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
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

Is Porcupine Plain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porcupine Plain receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Porcupine Plain has a population of 817 with a density of 996 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 11.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.3% of residents.

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 Only 82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 16.5%

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. Per capita income is $47,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $908, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Porcupine Plain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,200
Avg Weekly Wage$908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 82.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 380 total housing units in the city. 6.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership82.9%
Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units380

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, Porcupine Plain receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Porcupine Plain 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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Porcupine Plain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,644 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in

Porcupine Plain has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

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4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Gas Stations in Porcupine Plain

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op

Airports Near Porcupine Plain

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arborfield AirportSmall Airport
Kelvington AirportSmall Airport
Porcupine Plain AirportSmall Airport
Preeceville AirportSmall Airport
Wadena AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Porcupine Plain

What is the population of Porcupine Plain?

Porcupine Plain has a population of 817 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 996 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.2% male.

Is Porcupine Plain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Porcupine Plain safe?

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

What is the weather like in Porcupine Plain?

Porcupine Plain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Porcupine Plain?

Porcupine Plain has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $908. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Porcupine Plain?

The median home value in Porcupine Plain is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $710. The homeownership rate is 82.9%.

How are the schools in Porcupine Plain?

4.3% of adults in Porcupine Plain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Porcupine Plain?

The average commute in Porcupine Plain is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Porcupine Plain?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Porcupine Plain is 87.3% White, 11.4% Asian. 82.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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