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Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, ON

Ontario

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,884. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,884 Population 26/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $50,640 per capita
$428,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$428,000 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $428,000
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

How Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,884
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$50,640
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$428,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,355
Rent Burden12.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+27.4%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is $428,000, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh has a population of 5,884 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

5,884
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
226.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages17.5%

Social Characteristics

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is $428,000, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$428,000
52% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Renter-Occupied9.8%
Housing Units2,355

Property Tax

In Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, 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: Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh 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%
Premature Death95/100K

Food & Exercise

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+27.4%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area226.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

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