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Red Rock, ON

Ontario

Red Rock is a small town in Ontario with a population of 895. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
895 Population 37/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 8.3% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 279 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Red Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population895
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units415
Rent Burden8.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+22.2%
Graduate+3.2%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Red Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Rock 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. Red Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Rock is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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 Red Rock 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 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Red Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Red Rock has a population of 895 with a density of 37 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

895
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
24.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg
Other Languages3.4%

Social Characteristics

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Rock is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Red Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% 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 Red Rock 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
Rent Burden8.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Renter-Occupied25.3%
Housing Units415

Property Tax

In Red Rock, 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: Red Rock 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

Red Rock has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area24.0 sq mi (62.1 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates48.9425°N, 88.2592°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+22.2%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area24.0 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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