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Larder Lake, ON

Ontario

Larder Lake is a small town in Ontario with a population of 745. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
745 Population 9/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $47,000 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population745
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$47,000
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty14.2%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units370
Rent Burden12.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Larder Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larder Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Larder Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larder Lake is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larder Lake is $130,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Larder Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Larder Lake has a population of 745 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

745
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
87.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Larder Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.2%
4% below US avg
Spanish19.5%
45% above US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

Larder Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larder Lake is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Larder Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Larder Lake is $130,000, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied18.9%
Housing Units370

Property Tax

In Larder Lake, 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: Larder Lake 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

Larder Lake has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area87.9 sq mi (227.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.0994°N, 79.7192°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area87.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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