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Muskoka Lakes, ON

Ontario

Muskoka Lakes is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,652. Residents earn $89,000 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,652 Population 26/sq mi density
$89,000 Median Income $65,900 per capita
$725,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$89,000 median income, 9.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$725,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,000
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $725,000
157% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,652
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$89,000
Per Capita$65,900
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty9.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$725,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,530
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+30.5%
Graduate+5.3%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Muskoka Lakes a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muskoka Lakes is $89,000, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muskoka Lakes is $725,000, making it a premium housing market at 157% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Muskoka Lakes has a population of 7,652 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

7,652
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
299.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Muskoka Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages5%

Social Characteristics

Muskoka Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muskoka Lakes is $89,000, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Muskoka Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,000
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home36.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Muskoka Lakes is $725,000, 157% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$725,000
157% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units3,530

Property Tax

In Muskoka Lakes, 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: Muskoka Lakes 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

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+30.5%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area299.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home36.8%

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