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Wabaseemoong, ON

Ontario

Wabaseemoong is a small town in Ontario with a population of 815. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
815 Population 28/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $29,600 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 292 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.0%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population815
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$29,600
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty38.0%
Commute15 min

Housing

C
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units225

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+15.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute15 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wabaseemoong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wabaseemoong receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Wabaseemoong faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wabaseemoong is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wabaseemoong is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wabaseemoong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wabaseemoong has a population of 815 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

815
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
29.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wabaseemoong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages19.6%

Social Characteristics

Wabaseemoong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wabaseemoong is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Wabaseemoong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.0%
206% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wabaseemoong is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied11.1%
Renter-Occupied4.4%
Housing Units225

Property Tax

In Wabaseemoong, 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: Wabaseemoong 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

Wabaseemoong has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates50.1538°N, 94.9662°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+15.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area29.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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