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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.

2.1 /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°F Avg Temperature 292 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Deer Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.1 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, 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Deer Lake has a population of 1,087 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Asian.

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 Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages22.9%

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. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Deer Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.1%
151% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 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-Occupied20.8%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units265

Property Tax

In Deer Lake, 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: Deer Lake 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

Deer Lake has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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