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Calvin, ON

Ontario

Calvin is a small town in Ontario with a population of 557. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
557 Population 10/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $39,600 per capita
$320,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 15.9% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$320,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $320,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population557
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$39,600
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty12.4%
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$320,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units225
Rent Burden15.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+27.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Calvin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calvin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Calvin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calvin is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calvin is $320,000, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Calvin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Calvin has a population of 557 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

557
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
54.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Calvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg
Other Languages4.5%

Social Characteristics

Calvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calvin is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Calvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Calvin is $320,000, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,000
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden15.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied11.1%
Housing Units225

Property Tax

In Calvin, 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: Calvin 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

Calvin has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area54.1 sq mi (140.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.2446°N, 78.9064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+27.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area54.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.6%

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