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Turtleford, SK

Saskatchewan

Turtleford is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 503. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
503 Population 783/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $50,200 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 10.6% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density783/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$50,200
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty14.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$750
Ownership76.6%
Housing Units235
Rent Burden10.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,926 ft (587 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Turtleford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turtleford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Turtleford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turtleford is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turtleford is $190,000, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 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.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Turtleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches.

Turtleford has a population of 503 with a density of 783 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents.

Population

503
Total Population
783
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Turtleford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 6.9%

Social Characteristics

Turtleford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turtleford is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $965, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Turtleford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,200
Avg Weekly Wage$965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Turtleford is $190,000, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 76.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 235 total housing units in the city. 10.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden10.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.6%
Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied21.3%
Housing Units235

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, Turtleford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Turtleford 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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Turtleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,926 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,926 ft (587 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density783/sq mi
Coordinates53.3878°N, 108.9582°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in

Turtleford has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from -2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

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15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 72.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density783/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Gas Stations in Turtleford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Turtleford

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Meadow Lake AirportYLJMedium Airport
North Battleford AirportYQWMedium Airport
Cut Knife Airport—Small Airport
Edam Airport—Small Airport
Glaslyn Airport—Small Airport
Loon Lake Airport—Small Airport
Maidstone Airport—Small Airport
Neilburg Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Turtleford

What is the population of Turtleford?

Turtleford has a population of 503 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 783 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 51.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Turtleford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Turtleford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Turtleford?

Turtleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Turtleford?

The unemployment rate in Turtleford is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $965. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Turtleford?

The median home value in Turtleford is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.

How are the schools in Turtleford?

15.5% of adults in Turtleford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Turtleford?

The average commute in Turtleford is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Turtleford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Turtleford is 99.1% White. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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