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Pikwakanagan, ON

Ontario

Pikwakanagan is a small town in Ontario with a population of 490. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
490 Population 172/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $29,300 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.4%
129% higher than US avg

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

People

Population490
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$29,300
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty28.4%
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+40.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Pikwakanagan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pikwakanagan receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Pikwakanagan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pikwakanagan is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pikwakanagan is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pikwakanagan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Pikwakanagan has a population of 490 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

490
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pikwakanagan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages2%

Social Characteristics

Pikwakanagan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pikwakanagan is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pikwakanagan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pikwakanagan is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.8%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
Housing Units185

Property Tax

In Pikwakanagan, 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: Pikwakanagan 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

Pikwakanagan has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates45.5631°N, 77.2463°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+40.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Nearby Cities

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