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Gore Bay, ON

Ontario

Gore Bay is a small town in Ontario with a population of 808. Residents earn $65,500 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
808 Population 407/sq mi density
$65,500 Median Income $42,400 per capita
$284,000 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$65,500 median income, 10.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$284,000 home value, $860/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,500
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $284,000
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population808
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density407/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,500
Per Capita$42,400
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty11.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$284,000
Rent$860
Ownership56.5%
Housing Units425
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Gore Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gore Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gore Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gore Bay is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gore Bay is $284,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x 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

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gore Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow.

Gore Bay has a population of 808 with a density of 407 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.4% of residents.

Population

808
Total Population
2021 Census
407
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gore Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 5.6%

Social Characteristics

Gore Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gore Bay is $65,500, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,400. The average weekly wage is $815, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 30.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gore Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,500
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,400
Avg Weekly Wage$815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gore Bay is $284,000, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 56.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 425 total housing units in the city. 20.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,000
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.5%
Owner-Occupied56.5%
Renter-Occupied43.5%
Housing Units425

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, Gore Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gore Bay 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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Gore Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.0 inches. The area receives 13.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates45.9127°N, 82.4617°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.0"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 13.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

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 M3.9 125 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 117 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 134 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 116 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 117 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.2 in

Gore Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.7").

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8.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 69.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density407/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.2%

Schools in Gore Bay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Charles C. McLean Public School
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Radio Stations near Gore Bay

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Gore Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gore Bay Museum
Gore Bay Museum, Old Jail

Libraries in Gore Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kagawong Public Library0.0

Cafes in Gore Bay

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Loco Beanz

Dentists in Gore Bay

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental Queen

Gas Stations in Gore Bay

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H & M Gas Bar
Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Gore Bay

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO

Gyms in Gore Bay

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gore Bay Fitness Center

Golf Courses in Gore Bay

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Manitoulin Island Country Club

Breweries in Gore Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Split Rail Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Gore Bay

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Boogie Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near Gore Bay

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elliot Lake Municipal AirportYELMedium Airport
Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportYZEMedium Airport
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gore Bay

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Anglican Church
Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kingdom Hall
Lyons Memorial United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gore Bay

What is the population of Gore Bay?

Gore Bay has a population of 808 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 407 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 47.5% male.

Is Gore Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $284,000 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gore Bay safe?

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

What is the weather like in Gore Bay?

Gore Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gore Bay?

The job market in Gore Bay faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $815. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 30.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gore Bay?

The median home value in Gore Bay is $284,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $860. The homeownership rate is 56.5%.

How are the schools in Gore Bay?

8.6% of adults in Gore Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Gore Bay?

The average commute in Gore Bay is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 30.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gore Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gore Bay is 94% White, 4.8% Black or African American. 91.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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