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Chapleau, ON

Ontario

Chapleau is a small town in Ontario with a population of 17. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
17 Population 6/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $48,480 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 277 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$48,480
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty10.1%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units860
Rent Burden7.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+29.3%
Graduate+0.9%

Community

Commute12 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Chapleau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chapleau receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chapleau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chapleau is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chapleau is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chapleau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Chapleau has a population of 17 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

17
Total Population
2021 Census
6
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chapleau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.6%
24% below US avg
Spanish33.2%
147% above US avg
Other Languages7.2%

Social Characteristics

Chapleau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chapleau is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Chapleau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,480

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chapleau is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%
Renter-Occupied23.3%
Housing Units860

Property Tax

In Chapleau, 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: Chapleau 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

Chapleau has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 277 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.8405°N, 83.4034°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+29.3%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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