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Wollaston, ON

Ontario

Wollaston is a small town in Ontario with a population of 721. Residents earn $56,400 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
721 Population 9/sq mi density
$56,400 Median Income $38,000 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$56,400 median income, 13.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,400
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.0%
261% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.6%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,400
Per Capita$38,000
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty23.6%
Commute39 min

Housing

C
Home Value$448,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+3.7%

Community

Commute39 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wollaston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wollaston receives an overall livability score of 1.9 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. Wollaston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wollaston is $56,400, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wollaston is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% 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 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wollaston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wollaston has a population of 721 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

721
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
83.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wollaston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.9%

Social Characteristics

Wollaston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wollaston is $56,400, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Wollaston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,400
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.6%
90% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wollaston is $448,000, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%
Renter-Occupied9.7%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

In Wollaston, 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: Wollaston 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

Wollaston has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.9 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall14.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area83.4 sq mi (215.9 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates44.8610°N, 77.8395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
83% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area83.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

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