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Gordon/Barrie Island, ON

Ontario

Gordon/Barrie Island is a small town in Ontario with a population of 613. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
613 Population 6/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $38,200 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

How Gordon/Barrie Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population613
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$38,200
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty14.6%
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership84.9%
Housing Units265
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+35.1%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute14 min

Is Gordon/Barrie Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon/Barrie Island receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gordon/Barrie Island has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon/Barrie Island is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon/Barrie Island is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gordon/Barrie Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow.

Gordon/Barrie Island has a population of 613 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 101.7 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents.

Population

613
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
101.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon/Barrie Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish 4.1%
69% below US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Gordon/Barrie Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon/Barrie Island is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,200. The average weekly wage is $735, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 43.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gordon/Barrie Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,200
Avg Weekly Wage$735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon/Barrie Island is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 84.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 265 total housing units in the city. 13.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.9%
Owner-Occupied84.9%
Renter-Occupied13.2%
Housing Units265

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, Gordon/Barrie Island receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gordon/Barrie Island 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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Gordon/Barrie Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.1 inches. The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area101.7 sq mi (263.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates45.9248°N, 82.6113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below US avg
Snowfall 9.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 134 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 126 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 143 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 126 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 126 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in

Gordon/Barrie Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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12.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 70% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+35.1%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area101.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.3%

Radio Stations near Gordon/Barrie Island

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKNR 94.1 "Moose FM" Elliot Lake, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Gordon/Barrie Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gore Bay Museum
Gore Bay Museum, Old Jail

Breweries in Gordon/Barrie Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Split Rail Brewery

Airports Near Gordon/Barrie Island

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elliot Lake Municipal AirportYELMedium Airport
Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportYZEMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gordon/Barrie Island

What is the population of Gordon/Barrie Island?

Gordon/Barrie Island has a population of 613 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 101.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 51.2% male.

Is Gordon/Barrie Island expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,500, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% 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 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gordon/Barrie Island safe?

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

What is the weather like in Gordon/Barrie Island?

Gordon/Barrie Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gordon/Barrie Island?

The job market in Gordon/Barrie Island faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $735. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 43.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gordon/Barrie Island?

The median home value in Gordon/Barrie Island is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 84.9%.

How are the schools in Gordon/Barrie Island?

12.4% of adults in Gordon/Barrie Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Gordon/Barrie Island?

The average commute in Gordon/Barrie Island is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70% of workers drive alone to work, and 43.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gordon/Barrie Island?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gordon/Barrie Island is 98.1% White. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish.

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