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Asphodel-Norwood, ON

Ontario

Asphodel-Norwood is a small town in Ontario with a population of 4,658. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,658 Population 75/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $47,440 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

How Asphodel-Norwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,658
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$47,440
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty9.6%
Commute31 min

Housing

B
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,850
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Asphodel-Norwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asphodel-Norwood receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Asphodel-Norwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Asphodel-Norwood is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Asphodel-Norwood is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Asphodel-Norwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Asphodel-Norwood has a population of 4,658 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

4,658
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
62.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Asphodel-Norwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages3.7%

Social Characteristics

Asphodel-Norwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asphodel-Norwood is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Asphodel-Norwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Asphodel-Norwood is $500,000, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units1,850

Property Tax

In Asphodel-Norwood, 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: Asphodel-Norwood 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

Asphodel-Norwood has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area62.4 sq mi (161.6 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates44.3366°N, 78.0104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area62.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home19.3%

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