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James, ON

Ontario

James is a small town in Ontario with a population of 348. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
348 Population 11/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $45,600 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$572 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $572/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population348
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$45,600
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty20.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units180
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+28.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is James a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, James receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, an elevated poverty rate. James offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in James is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in James is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

James experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

James has a population of 348 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

348
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
33.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

James vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish20.0%
49% above US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

James vs U.S. Average

The median household income in James is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: James vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in James is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Renter-Occupied22.2%
Housing Units180

Property Tax

In James, 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: James 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

James has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area33.0 sq mi (85.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates43.6694°N, 79.3727°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+28.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area33.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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