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Machar, ON

Ontario

Machar is a small town in Ontario with a population of 969. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
969 Population 14/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $46,400 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 6.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$46,400
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty14.6%
Commute33 min

Housing

B
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units475
Rent Burden6.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+31.7%
Graduate+4.4%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Machar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Machar receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Machar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Machar is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Machar is $400,000, 42% 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 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Machar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Machar has a population of 969 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

969
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
70.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Machar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages3.1%

Social Characteristics

Machar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Machar is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Machar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Machar is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden6.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.7%
Renter-Occupied6.3%
Housing Units475

Property Tax

In Machar, 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: Machar 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

Machar has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)
Area70.5 sq mi (182.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.8721°N, 79.4721°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+31.7%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area70.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home19.1%

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