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McMurrich/Monteith, ON

Ontario

McMurrich/Monteith is a small town in Ontario with a population of 907. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
907 Population 9/sq mi density
$62,800 Median Income $38,500 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$62,800 median income, 12.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

How McMurrich/Monteith Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population907
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$38,500
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty15.2%
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership91.6%
Housing Units415
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+38.5%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute34 min

Is McMurrich/Monteith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McMurrich/Monteith receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. McMurrich/Monteith has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McMurrich/Monteith is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McMurrich/Monteith is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

McMurrich/Monteith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 16.8 inches of snow.

McMurrich/Monteith has a population of 907 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 106.3 square miles. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents.

Population

907
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
106.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

McMurrich/Monteith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 7.2%

Social Characteristics

McMurrich/Monteith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McMurrich/Monteith is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,500. The average weekly wage is $740, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: McMurrich/Monteith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,800
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,500
Avg Weekly Wage$740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in McMurrich/Monteith is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 91.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 415 total housing units in the city. 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.6%
Owner-Occupied91.6%
Renter-Occupied8.4%
Housing Units415

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, McMurrich/Monteith receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: McMurrich/Monteith vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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McMurrich/Monteith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,099 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)
Area106.3 sq mi (275.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates45.4384°N, 79.4346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 16.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 121 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 58 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in Wettest
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 32°F (0°C) 4.1 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

McMurrich/Monteith has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.6").

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8.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+38.5%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area106.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Radio Stations near McMurrich/Monteith

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBG 99.5 "Moose FM" Bracebridge, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CFBK 105.5 "Moose FM" Huntsville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
Beach Booster Radio - Wasaga Beach, ON classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CKAR-FM 88.7 "The Bay" Huntsville, ON community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in McMurrich/Monteith

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage Place Train Station
Muskoka Heritage Place

Libraries in McMurrich/Monteith

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Huntsville Public Library0.0
Kearney and Area Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in McMurrich/Monteith

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Ski Resorts Near McMurrich/Monteith

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near McMurrich/Monteith

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Arnstein AirportSmall Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)Small Airport
Bala AirportSmall Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) AirportSmall Airport
Bracebridge West AerodromeSmall Airport
Cooper Falls AirstripSmall Airport
Dwight AirportSmall Airport
Emsdale AirportSmall Airport
Lumsden Air ParkSmall Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Port Carling AirportSmall Airport
Rosseau AirportSmall Airport
Severn Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Sundridge/South River AirparkSmall Airport
Ullswater AirportSmall Airport
Walkers Point AirstripSmall Airport
Whistlewing AirstripSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About McMurrich/Monteith

What is the population of McMurrich/Monteith?

McMurrich/Monteith has a population of 907 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 106.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is McMurrich/Monteith expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is McMurrich/Monteith safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, McMurrich/Monteith receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in McMurrich/Monteith?

McMurrich/Monteith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in McMurrich/Monteith?

The job market in McMurrich/Monteith faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $740. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 11.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in McMurrich/Monteith?

The median home value in McMurrich/Monteith is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 91.6%.

How are the schools in McMurrich/Monteith?

8.1% of adults in McMurrich/Monteith hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in McMurrich/Monteith?

The average commute in McMurrich/Monteith is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of McMurrich/Monteith?

The racial and ethnic makeup of McMurrich/Monteith is 98.9% White. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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