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Whitesand, ON

Ontario

Whitesand is a small town in Ontario with a population of 297. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
297 Population 301/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $26,400 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
32°F Avg Temperature 284 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 13.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.3%
269% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density301/mi²
Male / Female48% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$26,400
Unemployment13.3%
Poverty17.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+16.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whitesand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitesand receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Whitesand has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitesand is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitesand 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 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whitesand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 62°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 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whitesand has a population of 297 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

297
Total Population
301
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitesand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages18.3%

Social Characteristics

Whitesand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitesand is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Whitesand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.3%
269% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitesand 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-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units90

Property Tax

In Whitesand, 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: Whitesand 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

Whitesand has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 62°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

-5°F Jan (-20°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average31.9°F
41% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates50.3089°N, 88.8698°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+16.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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