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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.

2.9 /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
2.9 / 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
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units425
Rent Burden20.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Gore Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gore Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Gore Bay has a population of 808 with a density of 407 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.8% Black.

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 Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages5.6%

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. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Gore Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Gore Bay, 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: Gore Bay 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

Gore Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates45.9127°N, 82.4617°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density407/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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