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Lake of the Woods, ON

Ontario

Lake of the Woods is a small town in Ontario with a population of 308. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
308 Population 1/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 50.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower 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 50.0%
1289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population308
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment50.0%
Poverty13.5%
Commute7 min

Housing

B
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+50.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute7 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Lake of the Woods a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake of the Woods receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Lake of the Woods offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake of the Woods is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 50.0%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake of the Woods 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 6.2x 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%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lake of the Woods has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Lake of the Woods has a population of 308 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

308
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
288.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake of the Woods vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages20%

Social Characteristics

Lake of the Woods vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake of the Woods is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 50.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Lake of the Woods vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment50.0%
1289% 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 Time6.7 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake of the Woods 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-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units20

Property Tax

In Lake of the Woods, 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 of the Woods 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 of the Woods has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area288.1 sq mi (746.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates49.3016°N, 94.6696°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+50.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area288.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.7 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

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