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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.

2.9 /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
35°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 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
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Lake Helen 53A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Helen 53A receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Lake Helen 53A has a population of 240 with a density of 720 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

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 Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.1%

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. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lake Helen 53A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied10.5%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units95

Property Tax

In Lake Helen 53A, 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: Lake Helen 53A 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

Lake Helen 53A has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates49.0267°N, 88.2412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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