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Attawapiskat, ON

Ontario

Attawapiskat is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,586. Residents earn $53,600 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
1,586 Population 2,344/sq mi density
$53,600 Median Income $26,250 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$53,600 median income, 8.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,600
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.3%
273% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,586
Median Age22.4 yrs
Density2,344/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$53,600
Per Capita$26,250
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty46.3%
Commute16 min

Housing

D
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp28°F (-2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+32.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Attawapiskat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Attawapiskat receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Attawapiskat faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Attawapiskat is $53,600, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 46.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Attawapiskat is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Attawapiskat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.2 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Attawapiskat has a population of 1,586 with a density of 2,344 people per square mile. The median age is 22.4 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

1,586
Total Population
2,344
People / sq mi
22.4yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Attawapiskat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.5%
51% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages61.5%

Social Characteristics

Attawapiskat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Attawapiskat is $53,600, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Attawapiskat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,600
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.3%
273% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone47.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Attawapiskat is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied16.7%
Renter-Occupied6.9%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

In Attawapiskat, 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: Attawapiskat 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

Attawapiskat has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.2 inches. The area enjoys 296 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average28.3°F
48% below US avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.2 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density2,344/sq mi
Coordinates52.9277°N, 82.4167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+32.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,344/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone47.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
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