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Stoughton, SK

Saskatchewan

Stoughton is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 652. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
652 Population 490/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $50,000 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$880 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 305 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
$69,500 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $880/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density490/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$50,000
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty11.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units295
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,064 ft (629 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+28.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Stoughton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stoughton 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 above-average unemployment. Stoughton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stoughton is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stoughton is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stoughton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Stoughton has a population of 652 with a density of 490 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 8.3% Asian.

Population

652
Total Population
490
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stoughton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages7.7%

Social Characteristics

Stoughton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stoughton is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Stoughton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Stoughton is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units295

Property Tax

In Stoughton, 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: Stoughton 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

Stoughton has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,064 ft (629 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density490/sq mi
Coordinates49.6794°N, 103.0261°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+28.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density490/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Nearby Cities

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