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Prince Albert, SK

Saskatchewan

Prince Albert is a mid-size city in Saskatchewan with a population of 37,756. Residents earn $74,500 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
37,756 Population 1,456/sq mi density
$74,500 Median Income $46,160 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$74,500 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,500
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population37,756
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,456/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$74,500
Per Capita$46,160
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty16.6%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$950
Ownership59.2%
Housing Units14,310
Rent Burden18.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+34.5%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Prince Albert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince Albert 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 above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Prince Albert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince Albert is $74,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prince Albert is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Prince Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow.

Prince Albert has a population of 37,756 with a density of 1,456 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 2.2% Black, 8.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.9% of residents.

Population

37,756
Total Population
2021 Census
1,456
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
25.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince Albert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.9%
4% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 16.3%

Social Characteristics

Prince Albert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince Albert is $74,500, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,160 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $888, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,170 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Prince Albert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,500
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,160
Avg Weekly Wage$888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Prince Albert is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 59.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 14,310 total housing units in the city. 18.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.2%
Owner-Occupied59.2%
Renter-Occupied40.7%
Housing Units14,310

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, Prince Albert receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Prince Albert 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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Prince Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 306 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area25.9 sq mi (67.2 km²)
Population Density1,456/sq mi
Coordinates53.2001°N, 105.7677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 38.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Nov 29, 2001.

Nov 29, 2001 24 km SSW of Langham, Canada M3.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in
February 6°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Prince Albert has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 3°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

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11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+34.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,456/sq mi
Total Area25.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home8.0%

Colleges & Universities in Prince Albert

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Prince Albert Campus - - - - -

Schools in Prince Albert

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Arthur Pechey School - - - -
Elevation Academy - - - -
École St. Mary High School - - - -
Carlton Comprehensive High School - - - -
Arthur Pechey School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Prince Albert

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFMM-FM 99.1 "Power 99" Prince Albert, SK contemporary hit radio, top40 AAC+ 48 kbps
CHQX-FM "Beach Radio 101.5" Prince Albert, SK classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CKBI 900 Prince Albert, SK country AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Prince Albert

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
John and Olive Diefenbaker Museum

Hotels in Prince Albert

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Premier Prince Albert
Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Cafes in Prince Albert

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Knotty Pine Bistro
Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Prince Albert

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galaxy Cinemas Prince Albert

Theatres in Prince Albert

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kinette Amphitheatre

Clinics in Prince Albert

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Prince Albert Medical Walk-In Clinic

Gas Stations in Prince Albert

21 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
CO-OP
CO-OP
CO-OP
Co-op
East Hill Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Fas Gas
Husky
Husky
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Pass
Shell
Shell
Shell
Superstore Gas

Banks in Prince Albert

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Affinity
BMO
RBC
Scotiabank
TD

Shopping Malls in Prince Albert

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gateway Mall
South Hill Mall

Golf Courses in Prince Albert

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cooke Municipal Golf Course

Airports Near Prince Albert

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prince Albert Glass FieldYPAMedium Airport
Birch Hills Airport-Small Airport
Candle Lake Airpark-Small Airport
Cudworth Airport-Small Airport
Cudworth Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Shellbrook Airport-Small Airport
Wakaw Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prince Albert

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sacred Heart Cathedral

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prince Albert

What is the population of Prince Albert?

Prince Albert has a population of 37,756 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,456 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Prince Albert expensive to live in?

The median household income is $74,500, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Prince Albert safe?

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

What is the weather like in Prince Albert?

Prince Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 38.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Prince Albert?

The job market in Prince Albert faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $888. There are 1,170 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 8.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Prince Albert?

The median home value in Prince Albert is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 59.2%.

How are the schools in Prince Albert?

11.8% of adults in Prince Albert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Prince Albert?

The average commute in Prince Albert is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 8.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Prince Albert?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Prince Albert is 88.3% White, 2.2% Black or African American, 8.3% Asian. 81.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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