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Sagamok, ON

Ontario

Sagamok is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,110. Residents earn $49,600 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
1,110 Population 30/sq mi density
$49,600 Median Income $26,100 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$49,600 median income, 13.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,600
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.8%
181% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,110
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,600
Per Capita$26,100
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty34.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units385

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+26.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sagamok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sagamok receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Sagamok faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sagamok is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sagamok 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sagamok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sagamok has a population of 1,110 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,110
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
37.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sagamok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.0%
7% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages27%

Social Characteristics

Sagamok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sagamok is $49,600, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sagamok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,600
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.8%
181% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sagamok 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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.6%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units385

Property Tax

In Sagamok, 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: Sagamok 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

Sagamok has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area37.4 sq mi (96.8 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates46.1518°N, 82.1082°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+26.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area37.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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