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Hiawatha First Nation, ON

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Hiawatha First Nation is a small town in Ontario with a population of 341. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
341 Population 99/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 12.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

How Hiawatha First Nation Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population341
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty18.5%
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+31.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hiawatha First Nation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiawatha First Nation receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hiawatha First Nation has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiawatha First Nation is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hiawatha First Nation is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hiawatha First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hiawatha First Nation has a population of 341 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%), with 3% Asian.

Population

341
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiawatha First Nation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hiawatha First Nation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiawatha First Nation is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hiawatha First Nation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hiawatha First Nation is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units155

Property Tax

In Hiawatha First Nation, 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: Hiawatha First Nation 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

Hiawatha First Nation has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates44.1915°N, 78.2088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+31.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

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