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Thunder Bay, Unorganized, ON

Ontario

Thunder Bay, Unorganized is a small city in Ontario with a population of 6,221. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
6,221 Population 0/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $51,400 per capita
$280,000 Home Value
$548 Median Rent
30°F Avg Temperature 284 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$280,000 home value, $548/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $548
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

How Thunder Bay, Unorganized Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,221
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$51,400
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.6%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,000
Rent$548
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Thunder Bay, Unorganized a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thunder Bay, Unorganized receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Thunder Bay, Unorganized stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thunder Bay, Unorganized is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thunder Bay, Unorganized is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thunder Bay, Unorganized has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Thunder Bay, Unorganized has a population of 6,221 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

6,221
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
37,164.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Thunder Bay, Unorganized vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages9.1%

Social Characteristics

Thunder Bay, Unorganized vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thunder Bay, Unorganized is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Thunder Bay, Unorganized vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Thunder Bay, Unorganized is $280,000, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $548 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$548
53% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Thunder Bay, Unorganized, 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: Thunder Bay, Unorganized 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

Thunder Bay, Unorganized has an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 284 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average30.0°F
44% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area37,164.6 sq mi (96,256.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates51.4983°N, 86.6341°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area37,164.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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