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Papineau-Cameron, ON

Ontario

Papineau-Cameron is a small town in Ontario with a population of 982. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
982 Population 4/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $46,400 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 10.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

How Papineau-Cameron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population982
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$46,400
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty14.8%
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units430
Rent Burden10.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+29.1%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Papineau-Cameron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Papineau-Cameron receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Papineau-Cameron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Papineau-Cameron is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% 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 Papineau-Cameron is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Papineau-Cameron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Papineau-Cameron has a population of 982 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

982
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
217.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Papineau-Cameron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.4%
9% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
64% above US avg
Other Languages6.6%

Social Characteristics

Papineau-Cameron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Papineau-Cameron is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Papineau-Cameron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Papineau-Cameron is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% 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$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden10.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%
Renter-Occupied9.3%
Housing Units430

Property Tax

In Papineau-Cameron, 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: Papineau-Cameron 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

Papineau-Cameron has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area217.9 sq mi (564.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates46.2799°N, 78.3808°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+29.1%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area217.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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