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Hilton Beach, ON

Ontario

Hilton Beach is a small town in Ontario with a population of 198. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 204/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 20.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female51% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty13.5%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute39 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hilton Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hilton Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Hilton Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hilton Beach is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.0%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hilton Beach is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hilton Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hilton Beach has a population of 198 with a density of 204 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 (100%).

Population

198
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilton Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.6%

Social Characteristics

Hilton Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilton Beach is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Hilton Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.0%
456% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilton Beach is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units105

Property Tax

In Hilton Beach, 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: Hilton Beach 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

Hilton Beach has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates46.2567°N, 83.8886°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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