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Chamberlain, ON

Ontario

Chamberlain is a small town in Ontario with a population of 311. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
311 Population 7/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.5%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+25.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Chamberlain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamberlain receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Chamberlain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamberlain is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chamberlain is $220,000, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chamberlain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow.

Chamberlain has a population of 311 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 42.8 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.7% of residents, while 6.5% speak Spanish.

Population

311
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
42.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamberlain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish 6.5%
52% below US avg
Other Languages 4.8%

Social Characteristics

Chamberlain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamberlain is $88,000, which is 17% 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 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chamberlain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chamberlain is $220,000, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 120 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units120

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, Chamberlain receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Chamberlain 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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Chamberlain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 276 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 32.9 inches. The area receives 11.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 673 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area42.8 sq mi (110.8 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates45.4033°N, 76.7934°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below US avg
Snowfall 11.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 116 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 52 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 142 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 127 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 98 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 124 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 81 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 52 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 56 km
May 6, 1993 27 km S of Mont-Laurier, Canada M3.5 141 km
Jan 16, 2013 28 km W of Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Canada M3.5 128 km
Feb 15, 1995 13 km SSE of Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Canada M3.5 147 km
Mar 29, 2011 66 km NE of Deep River, Canada M3.5 130 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 75 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 29 km
Mar 31, 2005 27 km ESE of Maniwaki, Canada M3.4 132 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 115 km
Jun 19, 2016 15 km SSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M3.3 147 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 113 km
Jul 4, 2005 45 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.3 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in

Chamberlain has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 10°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (2.0").

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7.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+25.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area42.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Radio Stations near Chamberlain

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Valley Heritage Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Valley Heritage Radio 98.7 CJHR classic country, country MP3 128 kbps
CIMY-FM 104.9 "MyFM" Pembroke, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 31 kbps

Museums in Chamberlain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
McDougall Mill Museum
NHA NHL Birthplace Museum

Libraries in Chamberlain

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Admaston Bromley Public Library0.0
Greater Madawaska Public Library0.0
Renfrew Public Library0.0
Whitewater Region Public Library - Cobden Branch0.0

Monuments in Chamberlain

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calabogie War Memorial

Gas Stations in Chamberlain

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stinson
Stinson

Breweries in Chamberlain

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Calabogie Brewing Company
Whitewater Brewing Company
Whitewater Lakeside Brewpub

Ski Resorts Near Chamberlain

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Chilly 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Chamberlain

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pembroke AirportYTAMedium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
Arnprior Airport—Small Airport
Baker Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Bonnechere Soaring Aerodrome—Small Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Carleton Place Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Hill Aerodrome—Small Airport
Flint Field—Small Airport
Fumerton Field—Small Airport
Lavant Private Field—Small Airport
Matawatchan Aerodrome—Small Airport
Ompah Airport—Small Airport
Parti Field—Small Airport
Pontiac Airpark—Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field—Small Airport
Rolph Airport—Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Tomvale Airport—Small Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Chamberlain

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Calabogie Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chamberlain

What is the population of Chamberlain?

Chamberlain has a population of 311 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 42.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Chamberlain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,000 (22% below 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chamberlain safe?

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

What is the weather like in Chamberlain?

Chamberlain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches, with 11.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chamberlain?

The job market in Chamberlain faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chamberlain?

The median home value in Chamberlain is $220,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Chamberlain?

7.0% of adults in Chamberlain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Chamberlain?

The average commute in Chamberlain is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chamberlain?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chamberlain is 100% White. 88.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.5% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Admaston/Bromley, ON 2,995 pop · 5.0 mi Renfrew, ON 8,190 pop · 6.9 mi Horton, ON 3,182 pop · 10.6 mi Greater Madawaska, ON 2,864 pop · 10.7 mi Cobden, ON 1,071 pop · 16.5 mi Bonnechere Valley, ON 3,898 pop · 17.1 mi Eganville, ON 1,149 pop · 17.3 mi Bristol, QC 1,199 pop · 19.9 mi Shawville, QC 1,668 pop · 20.3 mi Clarendon, QC 1,392 pop · 20.6 mi Arnprior, ON 9,629 pop · 21.6 mi North Algona Wilberforce, ON 3,111 pop · 25.1 mi Lanark Highlands, ON 5,737 pop · 26.5 mi Whitewater Region, ON 7,225 pop · 29.2 mi
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