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Temagami, ON

Ontario

Temagami is a small town in Ontario with a population of 862. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
862 Population 1/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $47,400 per capita
$222,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 20.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$222,000 home value, $604/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.8%
478% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population862
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$47,400
Unemployment20.8%
Poverty11.8%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,000
Rent$604
Ownership80.5%
Housing Units435
Rent Burden14.0%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation988 ft (301 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+27.7%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Temagami a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Temagami receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Temagami offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Temagami is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Temagami is $222,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Temagami has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow.

Temagami has a population of 862 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 725.2 square miles. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.1% of residents, while 13.4% speak Spanish.

Population

862
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
725.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Temagami vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish 13.4%
0% below US avg
Other Languages 3.5%

Social Characteristics

Temagami vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Temagami is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $912, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 27 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 18.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Temagami vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,400
Avg Weekly Wage$912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.8%
478% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Temagami is $222,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 80.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 435 total housing units in the city. 14.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,000
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.5%
Owner-Occupied80.5%
Renter-Occupied17.2%
Housing Units435

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Temagami receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Temagami vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Temagami has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 988 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area725.2 sq mi (1,878.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates47.0626°N, 79.7896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below US avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 1, 2020.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 68 km
Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 117 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 125 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 108 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 106 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 125 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 125 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 71 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 122 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.4 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.9 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 2.4 in

Temagami has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 5°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.9").

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11.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+27.7%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area725.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Schools in Temagami

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Temagami Public School
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Radio Stations near Temagami

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJTT-FM 104.5 Temiskaming Shores, ON hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CKVM - La VOIX du Témiscamingue québécois et ontarien MP3 128 kbps

Cafes in Temagami

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Style

Castles in Temagami

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Château

Gas Stations in Temagami

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada

Banks in Temagami

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scotiabank

Ski Resorts Near Temagami

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tri Town Ski and Snowboard Village 0.0 $0

Airports Near Temagami

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) AirportYXRMedium Airport
North Bay Jack Garland AirportYYBMedium Airport
Elk Lake AirportSmall Airport
Englehart (Dave's Field)Small Airport
St Bruno-de-Guigues AirportSmall Airport

Explore Near Temagami

Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Temagami

What is the population of Temagami?

Temagami has a population of 862 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 725.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 51.2% male.

Is Temagami expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Temagami safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Temagami receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Temagami?

Temagami has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Temagami?

The job market in Temagami faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $912. There are 27 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 18.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Temagami?

The median home value in Temagami is $222,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 80.5%.

How are the schools in Temagami?

11.6% of adults in Temagami hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Temagami?

The average commute in Temagami is 29 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Temagami?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Temagami is 99.4% White. 83.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.4% speak Spanish.

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