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Wallace No. 243, SK

Saskatchewan

Wallace No. 243 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 881. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
881 Population 3/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $50,400 per capita
$286,000 Home Value
$416 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$286,000 home value, $416/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $286,000
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $416
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Wallace No. 243 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population881
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$50,400
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty8.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$286,000
Rent$416
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units355
Rent Burden12.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+40.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wallace No. 243 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wallace No. 243 receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Wallace No. 243 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wallace No. 243 is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wallace No. 243 is $286,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $416 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wallace No. 243 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wallace No. 243 has a population of 881 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

881
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
314.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wallace No. 243 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages4%

Social Characteristics

Wallace No. 243 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wallace No. 243 is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wallace No. 243 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home49.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wallace No. 243 is $286,000, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $416 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,000
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$416
64% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied9.9%
Housing Units355

Property Tax

In Wallace No. 243, 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: Wallace No. 243 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

Wallace No. 243 has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.6 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area314.6 sq mi (814.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates51.2727°N, 102.2171°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+40.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area314.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home49.2%

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