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Chelmsford, ON

Ontario

Chelmsford is a small town in Ontario with a population of 500. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
500 Population
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 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
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population500
Median Age41.8 yrs
DensityN/A
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
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation883 ft (269 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Chelmsford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chelmsford receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Chelmsford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford 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.

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

Chelmsford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Chelmsford has a population of 500. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian.

Population

500
Total Population
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelmsford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages11.9%

Social Characteristics

Chelmsford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelmsford is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chelmsford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Chelmsford is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

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

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Chelmsford, 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: Chelmsford 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

Chelmsford has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Coordinates46.5834°N, 81.1998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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