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Killarney, ON

Ontario

Killarney is a small town in Ontario with a population of 397. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
397 Population 1/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $52,800 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population397
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$52,800
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty9.5%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+6.7%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Killarney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Killarney receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Killarney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Killarney is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Killarney 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 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Killarney has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Killarney has a population of 397 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

397
Total Population
2021 Census
1
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
567.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Killarney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg
Other Languages5%

Social Characteristics

Killarney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Killarney is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Killarney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Killarney 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 Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.1%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Killarney, 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: Killarney 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

Killarney has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area567.3 sq mi (1,469.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates45.9726°N, 81.5109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area567.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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