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English River 21, ON

Ontario

English River 21 is a small town in Ontario with a population of 584. Residents earn $49,600 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
584 Population 39/sq mi density
$49,600 Median Income $23,400 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 289 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$49,600 median income, 19.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $49,600
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.4%
439% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.4%
258% higher than US avg

How English River 21 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population584
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,600
Per Capita$23,400
Unemployment19.4%
Poverty44.4%
Commute14 min

Housing

F
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership5.6%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden33.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+19.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min

Is English River 21 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, English River 21 receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. English River 21 faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in English River 21 is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 44.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in English River 21 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 9.3x, 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

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

English River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow.

English River 21 has a population of 584 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.8% of residents.

Population

584
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
15.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

English River 21 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 21.4%

Social Characteristics

English River 21 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in English River 21 is $49,600, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $450, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 19.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: English River 21 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,600
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,400
Avg Weekly Wage$450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.4%
439% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in English River 21 is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 5.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 180 total housing units in the city. 33.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, 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 Burden33.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership5.6%
Owner-Occupied5.6%
Renter-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units180

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, English River 21 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: English River 21 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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English River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 289 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 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,129 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area15.2 sq mi (39.3 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates50.1735°N, 94.0119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below US avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 1.1 in

English River 21 has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from 0°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.8").

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2.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+19.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area15.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Schools in English River 21

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sakatcheway Anishinabe School — — — —
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Radio Stations near English River 21

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJRL-FM 89.5 "The Lake" Kenora, ON adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps

Airports Near English River 21

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kenora AirportYQKMedium Airport
Ear Falls Airport—Small Airport
Minaki Airport—Small Airport
Vermilion Bay Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About English River 21

What is the population of English River 21?

English River 21 has a population of 584 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is English River 21 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,600, 34% 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 9.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is English River 21 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, English River 21 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in English River 21?

English River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in English River 21?

The job market in English River 21 faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $450. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 7.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in English River 21?

The median home value in English River 21 is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 5.6%.

How are the schools in English River 21?

2.4% of adults in English River 21 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in English River 21?

The average commute in English River 21 is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of English River 21?

The racial and ethnic makeup of English River 21 is 100% White. 77.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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