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Pickle Lake, ON

Ontario

Pickle Lake is a small town in Ontario with a population of 398. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
398 Population 4/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $44,000 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature 283 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.5%
162% higher than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$44,000
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty32.5%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden15.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Pickle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pickle Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Pickle Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pickle Lake is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pickle Lake is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pickle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Pickle Lake has a population of 398 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 8.9% Asian.

Population

398
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
95.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pickle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.8%
0% below US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg
Other Languages18.8%

Social Characteristics

Pickle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pickle Lake is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Pickle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.5%
162% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pickle Lake is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.4%
Renter-Occupied60.6%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Pickle Lake, 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: Pickle Lake 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

Pickle Lake has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 283 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average30.8°F
43% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area95.5 sq mi (247.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates51.4648°N, 90.1925°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area95.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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