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McGarry, ON

Ontario

McGarry is a small town in Ontario with a population of 579. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
579 Population 18/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $40,200 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $604/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$40,200
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty16.8%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$604
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units290
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is McGarry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McGarry receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. McGarry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McGarry is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McGarry is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

McGarry 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 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

McGarry has a population of 579 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

579
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
33.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McGarry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.0%
29% below US avg
Spanish37.1%
177% above US avg
Other Languages6.9%

Social Characteristics

McGarry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McGarry is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: McGarry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in McGarry is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $604 (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$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.8%
Renter-Occupied17.2%
Housing Units290

Property Tax

In McGarry, 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: McGarry 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

McGarry 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 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 274 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 Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area33.1 sq mi (85.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates48.1498°N, 79.5843°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area33.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

Nearby Cities

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