Ontario, IN

Indiana

Ontario is a small town in Indiana with a population of 221. Residents earn $82,557 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
221 Population 283/sq mi density
$82,557 Median Income $32,981 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,557 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,557
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,557
Per Capita$32,981
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,473M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation884 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+65.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Libraries4

Is Ontario a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ontario receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Ontario offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ontario is $82,557, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ontario has a population of 221 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ontario vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.2%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.8%
212% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ontario vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ontario is $82,557, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ontario vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,557
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$73,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,037
County GDP$2,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare53
Retail148
Manufacturing195

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,763
21% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,763
21% below US avg

Health Metrics: Ontario vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.7%
Premature Death6,290/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access30.5%
Healthcare Facilities53

Crime Rates: Ontario vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Ontario has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation884 ft (269 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates41.6992°N, 85.3847°W
County FIPS18087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+65.7%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants60
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.3%

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