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Souris West, PE

Prince Edward Island

Souris West is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 379. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
379 Population 127/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $48,000 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 13.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $855/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.5%
275% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$48,000
Unemployment13.5%
Poverty6.8%
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+26.8%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute15 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Souris West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Souris West receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Souris West offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Souris West is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Souris West is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Souris West has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Souris West has a population of 379 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

379
Total Population
2021 Census
127
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Souris West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
71% below US avg
Other Languages2.6%

Social Characteristics

Souris West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Souris West is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Souris West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.5%
275% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Souris West is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied15.2%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Souris West, 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: Souris West 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

Souris West has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates46.3668°N, 62.2819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+26.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Nearby Cities

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