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Pelee, ON

Ontario

Pelee is a small town in Ontario with a population of 230. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 15/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 19.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.2%
433% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment19.2%
Poverty13.5%
Commute13 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+17.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute13 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Pelee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pelee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pelee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pelee is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 19.2%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pelee is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pelee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Pelee has a population of 230 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

230
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
15.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg
Other Languages8.7%

Social Characteristics

Pelee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelee is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Pelee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.2%
433% 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 Time12.5 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pelee is $348,000, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Pelee, 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: Pelee 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

Pelee has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area15.8 sq mi (41.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates41.7737°N, 82.6625°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+17.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area15.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

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