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Fauquier-Strickland, ON

Ontario

Fauquier-Strickland is a small town in Ontario with a population of 467. Residents earn $59,200 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
467 Population 1/sq mi density
$59,200 Median Income $42,600 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$59,200 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,200
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

How Fauquier-Strickland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population467
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,200
Per Capita$42,600
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty16.0%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden11.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Fauquier-Strickland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fauquier-Strickland receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fauquier-Strickland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fauquier-Strickland is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fauquier-Strickland is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fauquier-Strickland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fauquier-Strickland has a population of 467 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

467
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
390.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fauquier-Strickland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only29.8%
62% below US avg
Spanish68.1%
408% above US avg
Other Languages2.1%

Social Characteristics

Fauquier-Strickland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fauquier-Strickland is $59,200, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Fauquier-Strickland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fauquier-Strickland is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Renter-Occupied20.9%
Housing Units215

Property Tax

In Fauquier-Strickland, 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: Fauquier-Strickland 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

Fauquier-Strickland has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.2°F
39% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area390.1 sq mi (1,010.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates49.2880°N, 81.8689°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area390.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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