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Mattawa, ON

Ontario

Mattawa is a small town in Ontario with a population of 153. Residents earn $53,200 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
153 Population 2/sq mi density
$53,200 Median Income $36,880 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$53,200 median income, 17.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $750/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,200
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.3%
381% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population153
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female47% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,200
Per Capita$36,880
Unemployment17.3%
Poverty20.7%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units855
Rent Burden21.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mattawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mattawa receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mattawa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mattawa is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mattawa is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mattawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mattawa has a population of 153 with a density of 2 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 (98.9%).

Population

153
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
77.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mattawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.2%
12% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg
Other Languages6.4%

Social Characteristics

Mattawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mattawa is $53,200, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Mattawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,200
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,880

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.3%
381% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mattawa is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% 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$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%
Renter-Occupied35.7%
Housing Units855

Property Tax

In Mattawa, 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: Mattawa 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

Mattawa has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area77.3 sq mi (200.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates46.3168°N, 78.6996°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area77.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home4.6%

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