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Carlow/Mayo, ON

Ontario

Carlow/Mayo is a small town in Ontario with a population of 953. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
953 Population 7/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $43,700 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 10.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

How Carlow/Mayo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population953
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$43,700
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty14.6%
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$400,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units420
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Carlow/Mayo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlow/Mayo receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Carlow/Mayo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlow/Mayo is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlow/Mayo is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Carlow/Mayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Carlow/Mayo has a population of 953 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

953
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
148.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlow/Mayo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages4.2%

Social Characteristics

Carlow/Mayo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlow/Mayo is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Carlow/Mayo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlow/Mayo is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units420

Property Tax

In Carlow/Mayo, 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: Carlow/Mayo 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

Carlow/Mayo has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall14.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates43.7767°N, 81.6296°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area148.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

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