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Limerick, ON

Ontario

Limerick is a small town in Ontario with a population of 436. Residents earn $54,400 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
436 Population 6/sq mi density
$54,400 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$376,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 10.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$54,400 median income, 24.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$376,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,400
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $376,000
33% 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 24.0%
567% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,400
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment24.0%
Poverty19.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$376,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden10.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+32.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Limerick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Limerick receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Limerick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Limerick is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Limerick is $376,000, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x 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%. 32.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Limerick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Limerick has a population of 436 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

436
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
77.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Limerick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages4.5%

Social Characteristics

Limerick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Limerick is $54,400, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Limerick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,400
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.0%
567% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Limerick is $376,000, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,000
33% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden10.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
Housing Units200

Property Tax

In Limerick, 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: Limerick 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

Limerick has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Area77.6 sq mi (201.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates44.9045°N, 77.6733°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+32.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area77.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

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