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McKellar, ON

Ontario

McKellar is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,419. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,419 Population 21/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $47,200 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,419
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$47,200
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty8.2%
Commute33 min

Housing

C
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units695
Rent Burden14.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation607 ft (185 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+35.0%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is McKellar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKellar receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. McKellar has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKellar is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKellar is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

McKellar has a population of 1,419 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

1,419
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
68.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

McKellar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg
Other Languages7.8%

Social Characteristics

McKellar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKellar is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: McKellar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in McKellar is $600,000, 113% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.4%
Renter-Occupied3.6%
Housing Units695

Property Tax

In McKellar, 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: McKellar 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+35.0%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area68.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Nearby Cities

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