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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.

3.6 /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
3.6 / 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
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units235
Rent Burden10.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Turtleford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turtleford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Turtleford has a population of 503 with a density of 783 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

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 Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages6.9%

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. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Turtleford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Turtleford, 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: Turtleford 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

Turtleford has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density783/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Nearby Cities

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