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Neskantaga, ON

Ontario

Neskantaga is a small town in Ontario with a population of 244. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
244 Population 63/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
29°F Avg Temperature 286 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 11.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female52% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute12 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+12.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute12 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Neskantaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neskantaga receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Neskantaga has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neskantaga is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neskantaga is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% 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. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 12.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Neskantaga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Neskantaga has a population of 244 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

244
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Neskantaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.1%
34% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages47.9%

Social Characteristics

Neskantaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neskantaga is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Neskantaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.1 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Neskantaga is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied13.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units75

Property Tax

In Neskantaga, 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: Neskantaga 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

Neskantaga has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. The area enjoys 286 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average29.0°F
46% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates52.2028°N, 88.0195°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+12.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.1 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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