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Jocelyn, ON

Ontario

Jocelyn is a small town in Ontario with a population of 314. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
314 Population 6/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $45,600 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 280 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population314
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$45,600
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.0%
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden12.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation692 ft (211 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+32.8%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Jocelyn a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jocelyn 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%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jocelyn is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jocelyn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Jocelyn has a population of 314 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

314
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
50.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jocelyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
53% below US avg
Other Languages4.8%

Social Characteristics

Jocelyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jocelyn 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). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Jocelyn 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 Rate12.0%
3% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Jocelyn is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Jocelyn, 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: Jocelyn 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

Jocelyn has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. The area enjoys 280 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area50.4 sq mi (130.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates46.1395°N, 83.9391°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+32.8%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area50.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

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