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The North Shore, ON

Ontario

The North Shore is a small town in Ontario with a population of 531. Residents earn $69,000 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
531 Population 6/sq mi density
$69,000 Median Income $47,200 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$69,000 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,000
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

How The North Shore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population531
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,000
Per Capita$47,200
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty13.2%
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$276,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is The North Shore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, The North Shore receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. The North Shore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The North Shore is $69,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in The North Shore is $276,000, 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 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

The North Shore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

The North Shore has a population of 531 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

531
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
88.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

The North Shore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.5%
0% below US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg
Other Languages6.6%

Social Characteristics

The North Shore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The North Shore is $69,000, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: The North Shore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,000
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in The North Shore is $276,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Renter-Occupied7.3%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In The North Shore, 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: The North Shore 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

The North Shore has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area88.9 sq mi (230.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates46.0880°N, 82.6358°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+26.9%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area88.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

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