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Ear Falls, ON

Ontario

Ear Falls is a small town in Ontario with a population of 924. Residents earn $93,000 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
924 Population 7/sq mi density
$93,000 Median Income $57,400 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 15.1% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 287 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$93,000 median income, 10.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,000
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population924
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,000
Per Capita$57,400
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty9.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units470
Rent Burden15.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ear Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ear Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Ear Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ear Falls is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ear Falls is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ear Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Ear Falls has a population of 924 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

924
Total Population
2021 Census
7
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
130.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ear Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg
Other Languages2.7%

Social Characteristics

Ear Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ear Falls is $93,000, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ear Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,000
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ear Falls is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden15.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units470

Property Tax

In Ear Falls, 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: Ear Falls 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

Ear Falls has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)
Area130.0 sq mi (336.7 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates50.6396°N, 93.2353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area130.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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