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Hearst, ON

Ontario

Hearst is a small town in Ontario with a population of 4,794. Residents earn $76,500 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,794 Population 127/sq mi density
$76,500 Median Income $50,640 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 13.2% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 224 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$76,500 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $705/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,500
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,794
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,500
Per Capita$50,640
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty11.4%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,255
Rent Burden13.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+27.3%
Graduate+1.0%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hearst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hearst receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hearst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hearst is $76,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hearst is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hearst has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches, including 73.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hearst has a population of 4,794 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

4,794
Total Population
2021 Census
127
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
37.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hearst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only9.8%
88% below US avg
Spanish84.2%
528% above US avg
Other Languages6.1%

Social Characteristics

Hearst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hearst is $76,500, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hearst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,500
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hearst is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden13.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.5%
Renter-Occupied39.5%
Housing Units2,255

Property Tax

In Hearst, 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: Hearst 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

Hearst has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.9 inches. The area enjoys 224 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall73.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area37.9 sq mi (98.1 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates49.6835°N, 83.6665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+27.3%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area37.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home7.3%

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