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Rainy Lake 17A, ON

Ontario

Rainy Lake 17A is a small town in Ontario with a population of 158. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
158 Population 17/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 286 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 25.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 25.0%
594% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Rainy Lake 17A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population158
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment25.0%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+20.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Rainy Lake 17A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rainy Lake 17A receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Rainy Lake 17A has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rainy Lake 17A is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 25.0%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rainy Lake 17A 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 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rainy Lake 17A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Rainy Lake 17A has a population of 158 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian.

Population

158
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rainy Lake 17A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.9%
6% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages26.1%

Social Characteristics

Rainy Lake 17A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rainy Lake 17A is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rainy Lake 17A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.0%
594% 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 Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rainy Lake 17A 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-Occupied13.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units75

Property Tax

In Rainy Lake 17A, 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: Rainy Lake 17A 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

Rainy Lake 17A has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. The area enjoys 286 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates48.8584°N, 93.5805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+20.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

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