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Joly, ON

Ontario

Joly is a small town in Ontario with a population of 293. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
293 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty19.0%
Commute10 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+34.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Joly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joly receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Joly has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joly is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joly 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 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Joly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Joly has a population of 293 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

293
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
74.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Joly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg
Other Languages3.5%

Social Characteristics

Joly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joly is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Joly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Joly 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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Joly, 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: Joly 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

Joly has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall14.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area74.9 sq mi (193.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates45.7886°N, 79.2479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+34.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area74.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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