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Lake Helen 53A, ON

Ontario

Lake Helen 53A is a small town in Ontario with a population of 240. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
240 Population 720/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 10.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Lake Helen 53A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population240
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density720/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty13.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership10.5%
Housing Units95
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation666 ft (203 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+29.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Lake Helen 53A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Helen 53A receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Lake Helen 53A has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Helen 53A is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Helen 53A is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lake Helen 53A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow.

Lake Helen 53A has a population of 240 with a density of 720 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents.

Population

240
Total Population
720
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Helen 53A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 2.1%

Social Characteristics

Lake Helen 53A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Helen 53A is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Lake Helen 53A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Helen 53A is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 10.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 95 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership10.5%
Owner-Occupied10.5%
Renter-Occupied89.5%
Housing Units95

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Lake Helen 53A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lake Helen 53A vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Lake Helen 53A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. The area receives 11.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates49.0267°N, 88.2412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below US avg
Snowfall 11.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 1.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in Wettest
October 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 2.9 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 2.4 in

Lake Helen 53A has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.3").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+29.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Museums in Lake Helen 53A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nipigon Historical Museum

Libraries in Lake Helen 53A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nipigon Public Library0.0
Red Rock Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Lake Helen 53A

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Helen Gas & Variety
Pelletier's Gas Bar

Ski Resorts Near Lake Helen 53A

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Nipigon Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Lake Helen 53A

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eldorado Aerodrome—Small Airport
Nipigon Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Helen 53A

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Sylvesters Roman Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Helen 53A

What is the population of Lake Helen 53A?

Lake Helen 53A has a population of 240 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 720 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Lake Helen 53A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Lake Helen 53A safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lake Helen 53A receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Helen 53A?

Lake Helen 53A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches, with 11.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lake Helen 53A?

The job market in Lake Helen 53A faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Helen 53A?

The median home value in Lake Helen 53A is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 10.5%.

How are the schools in Lake Helen 53A?

0.0% of adults in Lake Helen 53A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lake Helen 53A?

The average commute in Lake Helen 53A is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Helen 53A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Helen 53A is 97.9% White. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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