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Hornepayne, ON

Ontario

Hornepayne is a small town in Ontario with a population of 968. Residents earn $102,000 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
968 Population 12/sq mi density
$102,000 Median Income $60,900 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$102,000 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $800/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,000
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population968
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$102,000
Per Capita$60,900
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty8.4%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units440
Rent Burden13.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+35.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute13 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hornepayne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornepayne receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hornepayne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornepayne is $102,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Hornepayne among higher-income communities. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hornepayne is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hornepayne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hornepayne has a population of 968 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

968
Total Population
2021 Census
12
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
78.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornepayne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg
Other Languages5.7%

Social Characteristics

Hornepayne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornepayne is $102,000, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Hornepayne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,000
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hornepayne is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%
Renter-Occupied19.3%
Housing Units440

Property Tax

In Hornepayne, 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: Hornepayne 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

Hornepayne has an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average32.8°F
39% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)
Area78.4 sq mi (203.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates49.2145°N, 84.7762°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+35.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area78.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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