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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /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
2.8 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership86.3%
Housing Units1,385
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
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

Is Sables-Spanish Rivers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sables-Spanish Rivers receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a population of 3,237 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 309.3 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.9% of residents, while 9.1% speak Spanish.

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 Only 82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish 9.1%
32% below US avg
Other Languages 8.0%

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. Per capita income is $42,920. The average weekly wage is $825, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 100 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Sables-Spanish Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,920
Avg Weekly Wage$825

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 86.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,385 total housing units in the city. 13.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

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

Homeownership86.3%
Owner-Occupied86.3%
Renter-Occupied13.7%
Housing Units1,385

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, Sables-Spanish Rivers receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sables-Spanish Rivers 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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Sables-Spanish Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area309.3 sq mi (801.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.2012°N, 82.3145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 13.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

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 M3.9 101 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 92 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 109 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 92 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 92 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area309.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Sables-Spanish Rivers

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFRM-FM 100.7 "Hits 100" Little Current, ON 80s, 90s MP3 128 kbps
CKNR 94.1 "Moose FM" Elliot Lake, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Sables-Spanish Rivers

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Massey Area Museum

Libraries in Sables-Spanish Rivers

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Town Of Spanish Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Sables-Spanish Rivers

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Boogie Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sables-Spanish Rivers

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elliot Lake Municipal AirportYELMedium Airport
Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportYZEMedium Airport
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sables-Spanish Rivers

What is the population of Sables-Spanish Rivers?

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a population of 3,237 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 309.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.5% male.

Is Sables-Spanish Rivers expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,500, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sables-Spanish Rivers safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sables-Spanish Rivers?

Sables-Spanish Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sables-Spanish Rivers?

The job market in Sables-Spanish Rivers faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $825. There are 100 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 18.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sables-Spanish Rivers?

The median home value in Sables-Spanish Rivers is $230,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 86.3%.

How are the schools in Sables-Spanish Rivers?

4.6% of adults in Sables-Spanish Rivers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sables-Spanish Rivers?

The average commute in Sables-Spanish Rivers is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sables-Spanish Rivers?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sables-Spanish Rivers is 98.5% White, 0.8% Asian. 82.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.1% speak Spanish.

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