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Sables-Spanish Rivers, ON

Ontario

Sables-Spanish Rivers is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,237. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,237 Population 10/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $42,920 per capita
$230,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,000 home value, $750/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

How Sables-Spanish Rivers Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,237
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$42,920
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty16.7%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,385
Rent Burden13.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation656 ft (200 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sables-Spanish Rivers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sables-Spanish Rivers receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Sables-Spanish Rivers has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sables-Spanish Rivers is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sables-Spanish Rivers is $230,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a population of 3,237 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

3,237
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
309.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sables-Spanish Rivers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg
Other Languages8%

Social Characteristics

Sables-Spanish Rivers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sables-Spanish Rivers is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Sables-Spanish Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sables-Spanish Rivers is $230,000, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,000
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Renter-Occupied13.7%
Housing Units1,385

Property Tax

In Sables-Spanish Rivers, 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: Sables-Spanish Rivers 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

Sables-Spanish Rivers has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area309.3 sq mi (801.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.2012°N, 82.3145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area309.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

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