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Cartier, ON

Ontario

Cartier is a small town in Ontario with a population of 241. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
241 Population 1/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units96
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Cartier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cartier receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Cartier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cartier is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cartier 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. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cartier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow.

Cartier has a population of 241 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 213.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

241
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
213.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cartier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Cartier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cartier is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cartier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cartier is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 96 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units96

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Cartier receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cartier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cartier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,378 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)
Area213.5 sq mi (552.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates46.7001°N, 81.5498°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.3"
10% below US avg
Snowfall 12.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 44 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 36 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 47 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 39 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 37 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 20°F (-6°C) 2.4 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.1 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in

Cartier has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area213.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Radio Stations near Cartier

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BestNewAge new age, relax MP3 128 kbps
CJJM 99.3 "Moose FM" Espanola, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Ski Resorts Near Cartier

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Boogie Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Former Nordic Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Adanac Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Cartier

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dominion Airpark—Small Airport
Killarney Airport—Small Airport
Sudbury / Coniston Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cartier

What is the population of Cartier?

Cartier has a population of 241 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 213.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Cartier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Cartier safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cartier receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cartier?

Cartier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cartier?

The unemployment rate in Cartier is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cartier?

The median home value in Cartier is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Cartier?

32.9% of adults in Cartier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cartier?

The average commute in Cartier is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cartier?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cartier is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Cartier, MB 3,344 pop · 0.0 mi Dowling, ON 1,466 pop · 12.5 mi Rayside-Balfour, ON 14,557 pop · 17.4 mi Azilda, ON 4,663 pop · 23.7 mi Valley East, ON 17,451 pop · 26.5 mi Lively, ON 5,608 pop · 26.5 mi Capreol, ON 3,260 pop · 29.8 mi Sudbury, Unorganized, North Part, ON 2,902 pop · 30.1 mi Greater Sudbury / Grand Sudbury, ON 166,004 pop · 30.3 mi Greater Sudbury, ON 166,004 pop · 30.3 mi Espanola, ON 5,185 pop · 32.2 mi Sagamok, ON 1,110 pop · 46.3 mi Sables-Spanish Rivers, ON 3,237 pop · 50.1 mi Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands, ON 2,641 pop · 52.8 mi
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