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Slate Falls, ON

Ontario

Slate Falls is a small town in Ontario with a population of 299. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
299 Population 12/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $26,800 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
32°F Avg Temperature 285 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 11.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.0%
231% higher than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$26,800
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty41.0%
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+11.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute15 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Slate Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Slate Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Slate Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Slate Falls is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 41.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Slate Falls 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. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Slate Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Slate Falls has a population of 299 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

299
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
24.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Slate Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages27.1%

Social Characteristics

Slate Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Slate Falls is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Slate Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate41.0%
231% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone58.8%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Slate Falls 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-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units60

Property Tax

In Slate Falls, 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: Slate Falls 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

Slate Falls has an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 285 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average32.2°F
40% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Area24.3 sq mi (63.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates51.1498°N, 91.6184°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
75% below US avg
High School+11.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area24.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone58.8%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home0.0%

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