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Machin, ON

Ontario

Machin is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,012. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,012 Population 9/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $49,600 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 4.5% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 287 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,012
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$49,600
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty10.4%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units455
Rent Burden4.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+34.7%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Machin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Machin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Machin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Machin is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Machin is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Machin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Machin has a population of 1,012 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

1,012
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
112.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Machin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg
Other Languages4%

Social Characteristics

Machin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Machin is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Machin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Machin is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden4.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Renter-Occupied16.5%
Housing Units455

Property Tax

In Machin, 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: Machin 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

Machin has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area112.0 sq mi (290.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates49.7930°N, 93.2249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+34.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area112.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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