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Spanish is a small town in Ontario with a population of 670. Residents earn $51,600 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
670 Population 16/sq mi density
$51,600 Median Income $32,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$556 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$51,600 median income, 17.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $556/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,600
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population670
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$51,600
Per Capita$32,200
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty23.2%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$556
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+28.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Spanish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spanish receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, below-average incomes. Spanish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spanish is $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spanish is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Spanish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Spanish has a population of 670 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

670
Total Population
2021 Census
16
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
41.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Spanish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg
Other Languages4.5%

Social Characteristics

Spanish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spanish is $51,600, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Spanish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,600
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.9%
397% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Spanish is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Renter-Occupied30.9%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Spanish, 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: Spanish 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

Spanish has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area41.3 sq mi (106.9 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates46.2001°N, 82.3498°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+28.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area41.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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