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Tehkummah, ON

Ontario

Tehkummah is a small town in Ontario with a population of 450. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
450 Population 9/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$278,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population450
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty23.2%
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$278,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units250
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Tehkummah a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tehkummah is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, 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 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tehkummah is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tehkummah has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Tehkummah has a population of 450 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

450
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
50.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tehkummah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
83% below US avg
Other Languages7.8%

Social Characteristics

Tehkummah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tehkummah is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Tehkummah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% 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 Time35.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tehkummah is $278,000, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
Housing Units250

Property Tax

In Tehkummah, 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: Tehkummah 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

Tehkummah has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area50.9 sq mi (131.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates45.6560°N, 82.0141°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area50.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.5%

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