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La Vallee, ON

Ontario

La Vallee is a small town in Ontario with a population of 788. Residents earn $99,000 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
788 Population 9/sq mi density
$99,000 Median Income $52,100 per capita
$236,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 288 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$99,000 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,000
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,000
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population788
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$99,000
Per Capita$52,100
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty9.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units335
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+27.2%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is La Vallee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Vallee receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. La Vallee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Vallee is $99,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places La Vallee among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Vallee is $236,000, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 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

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

La Vallee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

La Vallee has a population of 788 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

788
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
91.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

La Vallee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg
Other Languages2.5%

Social Characteristics

La Vallee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Vallee is $99,000, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: La Vallee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,000
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in La Vallee is $236,000, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,000
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Renter-Occupied7.5%
Housing Units335

Property Tax

In La Vallee, 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: La Vallee 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

La Vallee has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average2°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area91.6 sq mi (237.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.6156°N, 93.6282°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+27.2%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area91.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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