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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /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
2.8 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership75.7%
Housing Units1,050
Rent Burden15.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
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

Is Central Manitoulin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Manitoulin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Central Manitoulin has a population of 2,235 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 165.1 square miles. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents.

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 Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 4.5%
67% below US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

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. Per capita income is $41,240. The average weekly wage is $793, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 69 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 32.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Central Manitoulin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,240
Avg Weekly Wage$793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,050 total housing units in the city. 15.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

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

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units1,050

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, Central Manitoulin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Central Manitoulin 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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Central Manitoulin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°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 34.1 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area165.1 sq mi (427.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.5484°N, 82.4374°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below US avg
Snowfall 9.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 149 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 142 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 141 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 141 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in

Central Manitoulin has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.7").

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9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.8% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area165.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Ski Resorts Near Central Manitoulin

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Boogie Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Central Manitoulin

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportYZEMedium Airport
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Central Manitoulin

What is the population of Central Manitoulin?

Central Manitoulin has a population of 2,235 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 165.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.3% male.

Is Central Manitoulin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,000, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Central Manitoulin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Central Manitoulin?

Central Manitoulin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Manitoulin?

The job market in Central Manitoulin faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $793. There are 69 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 32.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Manitoulin?

The median home value in Central Manitoulin is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 75.7%.

How are the schools in Central Manitoulin?

9.4% of adults in Central Manitoulin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Manitoulin?

The average commute in Central Manitoulin is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Manitoulin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Manitoulin is 99.3% White. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish.

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