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Gillies, ON

Ontario

Gillies is a small town in Ontario with a population of 441. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
441 Population 12/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $43,600 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$43,600
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty10.0%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units180
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation981 ft (299 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+27.0%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute38 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Gillies a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillies receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, long commute times. Gillies offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gillies is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gillies is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gillies has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Gillies has a population of 441 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

441
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
35.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillies vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages9%

Social Characteristics

Gillies vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gillies is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Gillies vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gillies is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Renter-Occupied5.6%
Housing Units180

Property Tax

In Gillies, 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: Gillies 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

Gillies has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Area35.8 sq mi (92.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates47.3786°N, 79.7479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+27.0%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area35.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.4%

Nearby Cities

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