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Carlow/Mayo, ON
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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.
Data updated June 2026
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How Carlow/Mayo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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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. 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.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Carlow/Mayo vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Carlow/Mayo vs U.S. Average
Income: Carlow/Mayo vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $68,000 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.2% |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 30 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 27.9% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 12.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 86.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.1% |
| Housing Units | 420 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Carlow/Mayo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 148.8 sq mi (385.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7767°N, 81.6296°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON | Unknown | 2.7 m | — | 145 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | — | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Carlow/Mayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.0% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Total Area | 148.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 35.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 27.9% |
Radio Stations near Carlow/Mayo
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKNX-AM 920 Wingham, ON | commercial, country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (AAC Stream) | country, new format rebranding | AAC 63 kbps | |
| CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (MP3 Stream) | country, new format rebranding | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (MP3 Stream) | classic hits, new format rebranding | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (AAC Stream) | classic hits, new format rebranding | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKNX-FM 101.7 "The One" Wingham, ON | commercial, hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Carlow/Mayo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfield Historical Society and Archives | ||||
| Huron County Museum | ||||
| Huron Historic Gaol | ||||
| Van Egmond House-Museum |
Libraries in Carlow/Mayo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce County Public Library - Lucknow Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Bayfield Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Blyth Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Clinton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Goderich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Seaforth Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carlow/Mayo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market 29 |
Hotels in Carlow/Mayo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carlow/Mayo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowbell | ||||
| River Road Brewing & Hops |
Airports Near Carlow/Mayo
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| Goderich Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Kincardine Municipal Airport | YKD | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| Atwood / Coghlin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | — | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chapeskie Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ethel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farrow's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grand Bend Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | — | Small Airport |
| Harydale Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | — | Small Airport |
| London Soaring Society | — | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Forest Roths' Field | — | Small Airport |
| Northville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papple Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paterson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Port Elgin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Robinson International Air Field | — | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shepherd's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southampton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stratford Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Triple Nickel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yellow Gold Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carlow/Mayo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nile United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Carlow/Mayo
What is the population of Carlow/Mayo?
Carlow/Mayo has a population of 953 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 52.1% male.
Is Carlow/Mayo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Carlow/Mayo safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Carlow/Mayo receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Carlow/Mayo?
Carlow/Mayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Carlow/Mayo?
The job market in Carlow/Mayo faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 27.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Carlow/Mayo?
The median home value in Carlow/Mayo is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 86.9%.
How are the schools in Carlow/Mayo?
6.0% of adults in Carlow/Mayo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Carlow/Mayo?
The average commute in Carlow/Mayo is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Carlow/Mayo?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Carlow/Mayo is 98.4% White. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home.