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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /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 27.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 286 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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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
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
Ownership13.3%
Housing Units75
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
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

Is Rainy Lake 17A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rainy Lake 17A receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

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

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.

Rainy Lake 17A has a population of 158 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 73.9% of residents.

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 Only 73.9%
6% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 26.1%

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. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 25.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rainy Lake 17A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.0%
594% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 13.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 75 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership13.3%
Owner-Occupied13.3%
Renter-Occupied86.7%
Housing Units75

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, Rainy Lake 17A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rainy Lake 17A 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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Rainy Lake 17A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 286 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below US avg
Snowfall 5.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Wildfire History

11 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,376 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 3,376 78 km
1987 UNNAMED 3,051 83 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,615 74 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,230 93 km
1986 UNNAMED 1,096 86 km
2004 SECTION 33 WFU 1,064 64 km
2009 HWY 72 EASTPOWERLINE 811 75 km
1987 UNNAMED 799 94 km
2007 THE PITT FIRE 745 86 km
2009 INDIAN PINES HWY 72 590 83 km
2003 BIG BOG 503 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 1.7 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 1.1 in

Rainy Lake 17A has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 2°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Rainy Lake 17A

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFOB-FM "93.1 The Border" Fort Frances, ON 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Rainy Lake 17A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre

Libraries in Rainy Lake 17A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fort Frances Public Library0.0

Airports Near Rainy Lake 17A

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Falls International AirportINLMedium Airport
Fort Frances Municipal AirportYAGMedium Airport
Big Falls Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Littlefork Muni/Hanover Airport—Small Airport
Nestor Falls Airport—Small Airport
Sioux Narrows Airport—Small Airport
West Wind Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rainy Lake 17A

What is the population of Rainy Lake 17A?

Rainy Lake 17A has a population of 158 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 50% male.

Is Rainy Lake 17A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above 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 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Rainy Lake 17A safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rainy Lake 17A receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rainy Lake 17A?

Rainy Lake 17A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rainy Lake 17A?

The job market in Rainy Lake 17A faces challenges, with unemployment at 25.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rainy Lake 17A?

The median home value in Rainy Lake 17A is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 13.3%.

How are the schools in Rainy Lake 17A?

6.7% of adults in Rainy Lake 17A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rainy Lake 17A?

The average commute in Rainy Lake 17A is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rainy Lake 17A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rainy Lake 17A is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 73.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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