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Matachewan, ON

Ontario

Matachewan is a small town in Ontario with a population of 66. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
66 Population 5/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 33.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% 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 33.3%
825% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment33.3%
Poverty13.5%
Commute37 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+16.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute37 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Matachewan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matachewan 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 high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Matachewan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matachewan is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 33.3%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Matachewan is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x 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%. 16.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Matachewan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Matachewan has a population of 66 with a density of 5 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 (100%).

Population

66
Total Population
2021 Census
5
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Matachewan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.6%
0% below US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg
Other Languages7.1%

Social Characteristics

Matachewan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matachewan is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 33.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Matachewan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment33.3%
825% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Matachewan is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units30

Property Tax

In Matachewan, 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: Matachewan 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

Matachewan has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates47.9369°N, 80.6490°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+16.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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