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Oil Springs, ON

Ontario

Oil Springs is a small town in Ontario with a population of 647. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
647 Population 206/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $52,600 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population647
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$52,600
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+28.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Oil Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oil Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Oil Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oil Springs is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oil Springs is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Oil Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 9.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Oil Springs has a population of 647 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.7% Asian.

Population

647
Total Population
2021 Census
206
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oil Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages1.6%

Social Characteristics

Oil Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oil Springs is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oil Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oil Springs is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.2%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units265

Property Tax

In Oil Springs, 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: Oil Springs 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

Oil Springs has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall9.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates42.7834°N, 82.1165°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+28.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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