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Poplar Hill, ON

Ontario

Poplar Hill is a small town in Ontario with a population of 663. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
663 Population 252/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $25,100 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
32°F Avg Temperature 292 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.4%
145% higher than US avg

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

People

Population663
Median Age18.6 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$25,100
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty30.4%
Commute9 min

Housing

B
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+13.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Poplar Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poplar Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Poplar Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poplar Hill is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poplar Hill 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. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Poplar Hill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Poplar Hill has a population of 663 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 18.6 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

663
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
18.6yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Poplar Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only6.8%
91% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages93.2%

Social Characteristics

Poplar Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poplar Hill is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Poplar Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.4%
145% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Poplar Hill 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-Occupied12.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units125

Property Tax

In Poplar Hill, 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: Poplar Hill 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

Poplar Hill has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average31.9°F
41% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates52.1006°N, 94.3011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+13.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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