Timmins, ON

Ontario

Timmins is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 41,145. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
41,145 Population 36/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $52,900 per capita
$226,000 Home Value
$940 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$226,000 home value, $940/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $226,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41,145
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$52,900
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty11.7%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,000
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17,885
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQIN/A
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation997 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+29.5%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Timmins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Timmins receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Timmins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Timmins is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Timmins is $226,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Timmins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 75.1 inches of snow.

Timmins has a population of 41,145 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 3.2% Asian.

Population

41,145
Total Population
2021 Census
36
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1,141.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Timmins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.0%
27% below US avg
Spanish32.8%
145% above US avg
Other Languages10.2%

Social Characteristics

Timmins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Timmins is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Timmins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Timmins is $226,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%
Renter-Occupied33.1%
Housing Units17,885

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Timmins vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Timmins has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall75.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area1,141.1 sq mi (2,955.3 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates48.4669°N, 81.3331°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+29.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area1,141.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home14.9%

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