Median Income
$54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.1%
10% lower than US avg
How Canadian Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population242
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$17,239
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$512M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,543
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation726 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.71
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries2
Is Canadian a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Canadian receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Canadian stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Canadian is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Canadian is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Canadian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Canadian has a population of 242 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 12% Hispanic.
Population
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Canadian is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,750 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,239 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $710 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,190 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 421 |
| County GDP | $512M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 45 |
| Healthcare | 39 |
| Retail | 59 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,148 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Canadian is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,543.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $144,543 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $183 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $939 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,017 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,244 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,675 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,857 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,148 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.53% |
In Canadian, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Canadian vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 58.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,640/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
Crime Rates: Canadian vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Canadian has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 75.8% |
| Unhealthy Days | 8 |
Geography
| Elevation | 726 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 318/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1740°N, 95.6494°W |
| County FIPS | 40091 |