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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.

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /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 30.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership56.8%
Housing Units185
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
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

Is Pikwakanagan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pikwakanagan receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Pikwakanagan has a population of 490 with a density of 172 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents.

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 Only 95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish 2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

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. Per capita income is $29,300 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $563, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pikwakanagan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,300
Avg Weekly Wage$563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 56.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 185 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.8%
Owner-Occupied56.8%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
Housing Units185

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Pikwakanagan receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Pikwakanagan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates45.5631°N, 77.2463°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.8"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 142 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 73 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 85 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 89 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 73 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 17 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 44 km
Mar 29, 2011 66 km NE of Deep River, Canada M3.5 114 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 49 km
Mar 31, 2005 27 km ESE of Maniwaki, Canada M3.4 148 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 142 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 145 km
Jul 4, 2005 45 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.3 81 km
Jun 24, 2010 27 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.2 139 km
Sep 9, 2015 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.2 71 km
Apr 7, 2006 60 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.1 149 km
Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 142 km
Oct 3, 2009 18 km NNE of Pembroke, Canada M3.1 48 km
May 8, 2009 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada M3.1 101 km
May 17, 2013 21 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.1 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in Wettest
October 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.0 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 2.6 in

Pikwakanagan has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.9").

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2.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 92% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 67.9% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Pikwakanagan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIMY-FM 104.9 "MyFM" Pembroke, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 31 kbps

Museums in Pikwakanagan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bonnechere Museum
Heritage House Opeongo

Libraries in Pikwakanagan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bonnechere Union Public Library0.0
Killaloe & District Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Pikwakanagan

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kokomish
MacEwen
Pikwakanagan Fuels

Breweries in Pikwakanagan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Square Timber Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Pikwakanagan

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Madawaska Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Chilly 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Pikwakanagan

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pembroke AirportYTAMedium Airport
Bancroft Community Airport—Small Airport
Bonnechere Soaring Aerodrome—Small Airport
Bonnie Brae Airfield—Small Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Collins Field—Small Airport
Lavant Private Field—Small Airport
Madawaska Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Matawatchan Aerodrome—Small Airport
Ompah Airport—Small Airport
Rolph Airport—Small Airport
Tomvale Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Pikwakanagan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pikwakanagan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nativity of Our Lady Mission (Mission)

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pikwakanagan

What is the population of Pikwakanagan?

Pikwakanagan has a population of 490 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Pikwakanagan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Pikwakanagan safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pikwakanagan receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pikwakanagan?

Pikwakanagan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pikwakanagan?

The job market in Pikwakanagan faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $563. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 25.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pikwakanagan?

The median home value in Pikwakanagan is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 56.8%.

How are the schools in Pikwakanagan?

2.7% of adults in Pikwakanagan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pikwakanagan?

The average commute in Pikwakanagan is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 67.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pikwakanagan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pikwakanagan is 100% White. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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