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Manitouwadge, ON

Ontario

Manitouwadge is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,974. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,974 Population 15/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $49,720 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$600 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 13.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,974
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$49,720
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty17.3%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units920
Rent Burden7.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+36.6%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Manitouwadge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manitouwadge receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Manitouwadge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manitouwadge is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manitouwadge is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Manitouwadge has a population of 1,974 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 2.8% Asian.

Population

1,974
Total Population
2021 Census
15
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
136.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Manitouwadge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish11.7%
13% below US avg
Other Languages7.1%

Social Characteristics

Manitouwadge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manitouwadge is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Manitouwadge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,720

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manitouwadge is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%
Renter-Occupied20.7%
Housing Units920

Property Tax

In Manitouwadge, 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: Manitouwadge 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+36.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area136.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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