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Deer Lake, ON

Ontario

Deer Lake is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,087. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,087 Population 206/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $24,600 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature 292 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 12.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.1%
151% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,087
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$24,600
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty31.1%
Commute16 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership20.8%
Housing Units265
Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+19.3%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Deer Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Deer Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Lake is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Lake 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Deer Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow.

Deer Lake has a population of 1,087 with a density of 206 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.1% of residents.

Population

1,087
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 22.9%

Social Characteristics

Deer Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Lake is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $473, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Deer Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,600
Avg Weekly Wage$473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.1%
151% above US avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Lake is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 20.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 265 total housing units in the city. 31.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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
Rent Burden31.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership20.8%
Owner-Occupied20.8%
Renter-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units265

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, Deer Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Deer Lake 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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Deer Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 70°F. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.

Temperature

-7°F Jan (-22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average31.1°F
42% below US avg
January Average-7°F (-22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates52.6314°N, 94.0670°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below US avg
Snowfall 6.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -7°F (-22°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 1°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 14°F (-10°C) 1.1 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 1.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 1.6 in
December 0°F (-18°C) 1.1 in

Deer Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 70°F / from -7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 67.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+19.3%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Deer Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Deer Lake First Nation School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Deer Lake

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Moody Praise & Worship (US) christian praise&worship AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Deer Lake

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sandy Lake AirportZSJMedium Airport
Deer Lake AirportYVZSmall Airport
Poplar Hill AirportYHPSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deer Lake

What is the population of Deer Lake?

Deer Lake has a population of 1,087 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 206 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53.5% male.

Is Deer Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above 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 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Deer Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Deer Lake?

Deer Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Deer Lake?

The job market in Deer Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $473. There are 34 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Deer Lake?

The median home value in Deer Lake is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 20.8%.

How are the schools in Deer Lake?

0.0% of adults in Deer Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Deer Lake?

The average commute in Deer Lake is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 67.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Deer Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Deer Lake is 98.6% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 77.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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