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Magnetawan, ON

Ontario

Magnetawan is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,753. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,753 Population 9/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $41,920 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 10.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,753
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$41,920
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty17.6%
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$500,000
Rent$650
Ownership87.3%
Housing Units825
Rent Burden15.6%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+32.1%
Graduate+3.5%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Magnetawan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnetawan receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Magnetawan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magnetawan is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnetawan is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Magnetawan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow.

Magnetawan has a population of 1,753 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 203.2 square miles. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

1,753
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
203.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnetawan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

Magnetawan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnetawan is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,920. The average weekly wage is $806, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 43.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Magnetawan vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,920
Avg Weekly Wage$806

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnetawan is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 825 total housing units in the city. 15.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.3%
Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units825

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Magnetawan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Magnetawan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Magnetawan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area203.2 sq mi (526.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates45.6652°N, 79.6439°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.3 on May 2, 2015.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 147 km
Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 143 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 142 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 108 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 147 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 149 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 140 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 63 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.0 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Magnetawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.5").

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9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+32.1%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area203.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.2%

Schools in Magnetawan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Magnetawan Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Magnetawan

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBK 105.5 "Moose FM" Huntsville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
Beach Booster Radio - Wasaga Beach, ON classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CKAR-FM 88.7 "The Bay" Huntsville, ON community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKLP 103.3 "Moose FM" Parry Sound, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps

Gas Stations in Magnetawan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ahmic Marine
Magnetawan Bait Tackle

Ski Resorts Near Magnetawan

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Magnetawan

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
North Bay Jack Garland AirportYYBMedium Airport
Arnstein Airport-Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)-Small Airport
Bala Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dwight Airport-Small Airport
Emsdale Airport-Small Airport
Lumsden Air Park-Small Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Port Carling Airport-Small Airport
Rosseau Airport-Small Airport
Sundridge/South River Airpark-Small Airport
Ullswater Airport-Small Airport
Walkers Point Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Magnetawan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. George's Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Magnetawan

What is the population of Magnetawan?

Magnetawan has a population of 1,753 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 203.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Magnetawan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Magnetawan safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Magnetawan receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Magnetawan?

Magnetawan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Magnetawan?

The job market in Magnetawan faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $806. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 43.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Magnetawan?

The median home value in Magnetawan is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. The homeownership rate is 87.3%.

How are the schools in Magnetawan?

9.9% of adults in Magnetawan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Magnetawan?

The average commute in Magnetawan is 29 minutes. 82.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 43.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Magnetawan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Magnetawan is 100% White. 90% of residents speak only English at home.

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