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Frontenac Islands, ON

Ontario

Frontenac Islands is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,930. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,930 Population 28/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $62,300 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 9.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

How Frontenac Islands Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,930
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$62,300
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty8.5%
Commute37 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units905
Rent Burden12.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+25.9%
Graduate+9.8%

Community

Commute37 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Frontenac Islands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frontenac Islands receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Frontenac Islands offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frontenac Islands is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frontenac Islands is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Frontenac Islands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Frontenac Islands has a population of 1,930 with a density of 28 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 (99%).

Population

1,930
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
68.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Frontenac Islands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg
Other Languages5.7%

Social Characteristics

Frontenac Islands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frontenac Islands is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Frontenac Islands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit5.6%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frontenac Islands is $500,000, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.8%
Renter-Occupied6.6%
Housing Units905

Property Tax

In Frontenac Islands, 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: Frontenac Islands 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

Frontenac Islands has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area68.3 sq mi (176.8 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates44.1535°N, 76.4628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+25.9%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area68.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit5.6%
Work from Home50.0%

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