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Central Manitoulin, ON

Ontario

Central Manitoulin is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,235. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,235 Population 14/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $41,240 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 15.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,235
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$41,240
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty12.6%
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,050
Rent Burden15.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+3.4%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Central Manitoulin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Manitoulin 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. Central Manitoulin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Manitoulin is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Manitoulin is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Manitoulin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Central Manitoulin has a population of 2,235 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

2,235
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
165.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Manitoulin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
67% below US avg
Other Languages4.7%

Social Characteristics

Central Manitoulin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Manitoulin is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Central Manitoulin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,240

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Manitoulin is $348,000, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden15.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units1,050

Property Tax

In Central Manitoulin, 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: Central Manitoulin 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

Central Manitoulin has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area165.1 sq mi (427.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.5484°N, 82.4374°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area165.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%

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