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Ryerson, ON

Ontario

Ryerson is a small town in Ontario with a population of 745. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
745 Population 10/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $44,400 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population745
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$44,400
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty11.6%
Commute39 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$448,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units350
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+41.4%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute39 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ryerson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ryerson receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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, long commute times. Ryerson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ryerson is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ryerson is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% 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 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ryerson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Ryerson has a population of 745 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

745
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
71.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ryerson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

Ryerson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ryerson is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Ryerson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ryerson is $448,000, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units350

Property Tax

In Ryerson, 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: Ryerson 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

Ryerson has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average33.8°F
37% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Area71.8 sq mi (185.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates48.4784°N, 84.7109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+41.4%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area71.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

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