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White River, ON

Ontario

White River is a small town in Ontario with a population of 557. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
557 Population 15/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $53,400 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 10.2% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 277 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population557
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$53,400
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty11.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units295
Rent Burden10.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+28.2%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is White River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White River receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. White River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White River is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% 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 White River is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

White River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

White River has a population of 557 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

557
Total Population
2021 Census
15
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
36.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

White River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish12.6%
6% below US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

White River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White River is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: White River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in White River is $120,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden10.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units295

Property Tax

In White River, 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: White River 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

White River has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. The area enjoys 277 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average33.5°F
38% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Area36.9 sq mi (95.5 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates48.5916°N, 85.2777°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+28.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area36.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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