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Saugeen 29, ON

Ontario

Saugeen 29 is a small town in Ontario with a population of 784. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
784 Population 49/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $31,300 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 17.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.2%
378% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

How Saugeen 29 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population784
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$31,300
Unemployment17.2%
Poverty23.4%
Commute20 min

Housing

D
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units315

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+28.7%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saugeen 29 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saugeen 29 receives an overall livability score of 1.7 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. Saugeen 29 faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saugeen 29 is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saugeen 29 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 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saugeen 29 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saugeen 29 has a population of 784 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

784
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
16.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Saugeen 29 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
95% below US avg
Other Languages12.7%

Social Characteristics

Saugeen 29 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saugeen 29 is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Saugeen 29 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.2%
378% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saugeen 29 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-Occupied55.6%
Renter-Occupied7.9%
Housing Units315

Property Tax

In Saugeen 29, 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: Saugeen 29 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

Saugeen 29 has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.4 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates44.4211°N, 81.4465°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+28.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area16.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Nearby Cities

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