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Laird, ON

Ontario

Laird is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,121. Residents earn $103,000 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,121 Population 28/sq mi density
$103,000 Median Income $52,100 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$103,000 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,000
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,121
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$103,000
Per Capita$52,100
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty4.8%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units470
Rent Burden7.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+32.8%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Laird a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laird receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Laird offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laird is $103,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Laird among higher-income communities. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laird 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. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Laird 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. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Laird has a population of 1,121 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

1,121
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
39.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Laird vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages4.9%

Social Characteristics

Laird vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laird is $103,000, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Laird vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,000
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Laird 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 Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%
Renter-Occupied4.3%
Housing Units470

Property Tax

In Laird, 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: Laird 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

Laird has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 272 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 Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area39.9 sq mi (103.3 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates46.3982°N, 84.0679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+32.8%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area39.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.0%

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