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Rat Portage 38A, ON

Ontario

Rat Portage 38A is a small town in Ontario with a population of 171. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
171 Population 15/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Rat Portage 38A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population171
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female59% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute14 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership33.3%
Housing Units60
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min

Is Rat Portage 38A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rat Portage 38A receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Rat Portage 38A has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rat Portage 38A is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rat Portage 38A 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rat Portage 38A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow.

Rat Portage 38A has a population of 171 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.1% female and 58.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.3% of residents.

Population

171
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rat Portage 38A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 14.7%

Social Characteristics

Rat Portage 38A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rat Portage 38A 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 5.1% (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 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rat Portage 38A 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rat Portage 38A is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 33.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 60 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

Homeownership33.3%
Owner-Occupied33.3%
Renter-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units60

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, Rat Portage 38A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rat Portage 38A 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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Rat Portage 38A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates49.6959°N, 94.6119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below US avg
Snowfall 5.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,230 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNNAMED 1,230 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 799 100 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 1.0 in

Rat Portage 38A has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from 1°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.7").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 63.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+26.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Rat Portage 38A

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJRL-FM 89.5 "The Lake" Kenora, ON adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Rat Portage 38A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lake of The Woods Railroaders Museum

Libraries in Rat Portage 38A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kenora Public Library0.0

Hotels in Rat Portage 38A

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crow Rock Lodge

Gas Stations in Rat Portage 38A

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Breweries in Rat Portage 38A

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lake of the Woods Brewing Company

Airports Near Rat Portage 38A

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kenora AirportYQKMedium Airport
Minaki Airport—Small Airport
Nestor Falls Airport—Small Airport
Northwest Angle Airport—Small Airport
Sioux Narrows Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rat Portage 38A

What is the population of Rat Portage 38A?

Rat Portage 38A has a population of 171 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.1% female and 58.8% male.

Is Rat Portage 38A 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 Rat Portage 38A safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rat Portage 38A receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rat Portage 38A?

Rat Portage 38A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rat Portage 38A?

The unemployment rate in Rat Portage 38A is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rat Portage 38A?

The median home value in Rat Portage 38A is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 33.3%.

How are the schools in Rat Portage 38A?

7.7% of adults in Rat Portage 38A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rat Portage 38A?

The average commute in Rat Portage 38A is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 63.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rat Portage 38A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rat Portage 38A is 100% White. 85.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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