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Kirkland Lake, ON

Ontario

Kirkland Lake is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,750. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,750 Population 77/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 210 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,750
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty17.1%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,770
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kirkland Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkland Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kirkland Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkland Lake is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirkland Lake is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kirkland Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 74.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kirkland Lake has a population of 7,750 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.1% Black, 2.5% Asian.

Population

7,750
Total Population
2021 Census
77
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
100.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkland Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.9%
2% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
9% below US avg
Other Languages8%

Social Characteristics

Kirkland Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkland Lake is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kirkland Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkland Lake is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%
Renter-Occupied37.7%
Housing Units3,770

Property Tax

In Kirkland Lake, 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: Kirkland Lake 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

Kirkland Lake has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 210 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall74.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area100.9 sq mi (261.3 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates48.1446°N, 80.0377°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area100.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.1%

Nearby Cities

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