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Chippewas of Rama First Nation, ON

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Chippewas of Rama First Nation is a small town in Ontario with a population of 998. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
998 Population 232/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $36,800 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 28.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 28.3%
686% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Chippewas of Rama First Nation Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population998
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$36,800
Unemployment28.3%
Poverty12.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units375

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+29.3%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Chippewas of Rama First Nation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chippewas of Rama First Nation receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Chippewas of Rama First Nation has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chippewas of Rama First Nation is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chippewas of Rama First Nation 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 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chippewas of Rama First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Chippewas of Rama First Nation has a population of 998 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%), with 1% Black, 1% Asian.

Population

998
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chippewas of Rama First Nation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages11%

Social Characteristics

Chippewas of Rama First Nation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chippewas of Rama First Nation is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 28.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Chippewas of Rama First Nation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.3%
686% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chippewas of Rama First Nation 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

Owner-Occupied53.3%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units375

Property Tax

In Chippewas of Rama First Nation, 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: Chippewas of Rama First Nation 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

Chippewas of Rama First Nation has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates44.6548°N, 79.3436°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+29.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home9.8%

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