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Whitestone, ON

Ontario

Whitestone is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,075. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,075 Population 3/sq mi density
$62,800 Median Income $45,200 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$62,800 median income, 8.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,075
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$45,200
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty17.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

C
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units550
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whitestone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitestone receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Whitestone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitestone is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitestone is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whitestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whitestone has a population of 1,075 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

1,075
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
356.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitestone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages6%

Social Characteristics

Whitestone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitestone is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Whitestone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,800
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitestone is $500,000, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%
Renter-Occupied2.7%
Housing Units550

Property Tax

In Whitestone, 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: Whitestone 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

Whitestone has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall16.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area356.6 sq mi (923.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates45.6857°N, 80.0556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area356.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

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