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Rayside-Balfour, ON

Ontario

Rayside-Balfour is a small city in Ontario with a population of 14,557. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
14,557 Population 8/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 224 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good 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
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% 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+ 32.9%
2% 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 Rayside-Balfour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population14,557
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units5,823
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Rayside-Balfour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rayside-Balfour receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Rayside-Balfour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rayside-Balfour 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 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rayside-Balfour 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rayside-Balfour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 66.8 inches of snow.

Rayside-Balfour has a population of 14,557 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,743.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

14,557
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1,743.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rayside-Balfour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Rayside-Balfour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rayside-Balfour 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 451 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rayside-Balfour 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)451

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 Rayside-Balfour is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,823 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

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units5,823

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, Rayside-Balfour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rayside-Balfour 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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Rayside-Balfour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 66.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area1,743.7 sq mi (4,516.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates46.6087°N, 81.2076°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 66.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 17 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 14 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 19 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 17 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 15 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 12 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.4 in
February 11°F (-12°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 2.9 in

Rayside-Balfour has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area1,743.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Rayside-Balfour

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Sudbury, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJRQ-FM "92.7 Rock" Sudbury, ON mainstream rock, rogers media AAC+ 48 kbps
BestNewAge new age, relax MP3 128 kbps
CKLU 96.7 FM university radio MP3
CJMX-FM "KISS 105.3" Sudbury, ON hot adult contemporary, rogers media AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON blues, classical AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Rayside-Balfour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anderson Farm Museum
Copper Cliff Museum
Dynamic Earth
Flour Mill Museum
Greater Sudbury Heritage Museums
Rayside-Balfour Museum
Science North

Libraries in Rayside-Balfour

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Greater Sudbury Public Library - Azilda Branch0.0
Greater Sudbury Public Library - Chelmsford Branch0.0
Greater Sudbury Public Library - Copper Cliff Branch0.0
Greater Sudbury Public Library - Lively Branch0.0
Greater Sudbury Public Library - South End Branch0.0
Greater Sudbury Seed Library0.0
Main Branch0.0
Valley East Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rayside-Balfour

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sudbury Market
The Marketplace Sudbury

Breweries in Rayside-Balfour

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Stack Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Rayside-Balfour

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Rayside-Balfour

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Boogie Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Former Nordic Ski Hill 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Adanac Ski Hill 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Rayside-Balfour

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sudbury AirportYSBMedium Airport
Alban Airport-Small Airport
Dominion Airpark-Small Airport
Killarney Airport-Small Airport
Sudbury / Coniston Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Rayside-Balfour

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
OATC

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rayside-Balfour

What is the population of Rayside-Balfour?

Rayside-Balfour has a population of 14,557 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,743.7 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 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Rayside-Balfour 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 Rayside-Balfour safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rayside-Balfour?

Rayside-Balfour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches, with 66.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rayside-Balfour?

The unemployment rate in Rayside-Balfour 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 451 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 Rayside-Balfour?

The median home value in Rayside-Balfour is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Rayside-Balfour?

32.9% of adults in Rayside-Balfour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rayside-Balfour?

The average commute in Rayside-Balfour is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rayside-Balfour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rayside-Balfour is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

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