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Torch River No. 488, SK

Saskatchewan

Torch River No. 488 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,219. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,219 Population 1/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $46,300 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 10.1% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

How Torch River No. 488 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,219
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$46,300
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty13.6%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
Ownership95.4%
Housing Units545
Rent Burden10.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,312 ft (400 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+1.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Torch River No. 488 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Torch River No. 488 receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Torch River No. 488 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Torch River No. 488 is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Torch River No. 488 is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Torch River No. 488 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches.

Torch River No. 488 has a population of 1,219 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,986.8 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents.

Population

1,219
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1,986.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Torch River No. 488 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Torch River No. 488 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Torch River No. 488 is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,300 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $890, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 38 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 47.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Torch River No. 488 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,300
Avg Weekly Wage$890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home47.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Torch River No. 488 is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 95.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 545 total housing units in the city. 10.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden10.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.4%
Owner-Occupied95.4%
Renter-Occupied3.7%
Housing Units545

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, Torch River No. 488 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Torch River No. 488 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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Torch River No. 488 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 69°F. The area gets 304 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 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average32.7°F
39% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,312 ft (400 m)
Area1,986.8 sq mi (5,145.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates53.6273°N, 104.1431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -5°F (-21°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in

Torch River No. 488 has a seasonal temperature swing of 69°F / from -5°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,986.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home47.7%

Airports Near Torch River No. 488

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nipawin Airport-Medium Airport
Arborfield Airport-Small Airport
Little Bear Lake Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Torch River No. 488

What is the population of Torch River No. 488?

Torch River No. 488 has a population of 1,219 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,986.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.4% male.

Is Torch River No. 488 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Torch River No. 488 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Torch River No. 488 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Torch River No. 488?

Torch River No. 488 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average -5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Torch River No. 488?

The unemployment rate in Torch River No. 488 is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $890. There are 38 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 47.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Torch River No. 488?

The median home value in Torch River No. 488 is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 95.4%.

How are the schools in Torch River No. 488?

9.1% of adults in Torch River No. 488 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Torch River No. 488?

The average commute in Torch River No. 488 is 27 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 47.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Torch River No. 488?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Torch River No. 488 is 100% White. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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