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Assiginack, ON

Ontario

Assiginack is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,008. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,008 Population 12/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $48,100 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,008
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$48,100
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty15.4%
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units445
Rent Burden14.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Assiginack a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Assiginack is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Assiginack is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Assiginack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Assiginack has a population of 1,008 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,008
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
86.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Assiginack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg
Other Languages6.4%

Social Characteristics

Assiginack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Assiginack is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Assiginack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Assiginack is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.2%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units445

Property Tax

In Assiginack, 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: Assiginack 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

Assiginack has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area86.8 sq mi (224.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates45.7430°N, 81.8104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area86.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

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