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Melancthon, ON

Ontario

Melancthon is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,132. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,132 Population 26/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $51,040 per capita
$800,000 Home Value
$1,320 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$800,000 home value, $1,320/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $800,000
184% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,320
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,132
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$51,040
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty8.7%
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$800,000
Rent$1,320
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,035
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+33.5%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Melancthon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melancthon receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Melancthon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melancthon is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Melancthon among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melancthon is $800,000, making it a premium housing market at 184% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,320 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Melancthon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Melancthon has a population of 3,132 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

3,132
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
119.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Melancthon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.8%
9% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages13.9%

Social Characteristics

Melancthon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melancthon is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Melancthon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Melancthon is $800,000, 184% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,320 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$800,000
184% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,320
13% above US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied14.5%
Housing Units1,035

Property Tax

In Melancthon, 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: Melancthon 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

Melancthon has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)
Area119.8 sq mi (310.4 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates44.1076°N, 80.2643°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+33.5%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area119.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.4%

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