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Big Grassy River 35G, ON

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Big Grassy River 35G is a small town in Ontario with a population of 251. Residents earn $52,400 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
251 Population 19/sq mi density
$52,400 Median Income $26,400 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$52,400 median income, 22.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,400
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.2%
517% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.0%
271% higher than US avg

How Big Grassy River 35G Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population251
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female49% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$52,400
Per Capita$26,400
Unemployment22.2%
Poverty46.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

D
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+22.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Big Grassy River 35G a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Grassy River 35G 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. Big Grassy River 35G faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Grassy River 35G is $52,400, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 46.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Grassy River 35G 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 8.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Big Grassy River 35G has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Big Grassy River 35G has a population of 251 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

251
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Grassy River 35G vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages17.7%

Social Characteristics

Big Grassy River 35G vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Grassy River 35G is $52,400, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Big Grassy River 35G vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,400
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.2%
517% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.0%
271% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Grassy River 35G 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-Occupied12.5%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units80

Property Tax

In Big Grassy River 35G, 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: Big Grassy River 35G 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

Big Grassy River 35G has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.1 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.7 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates49.0649°N, 94.3024°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
84% below US avg
High School+22.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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