Livability Score

56
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (17) F
Entertainment (10) F
Food and Drink (48) F
Fitness (6) F
Groceries (12) F
Parks (74) F
Shops (121) F
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 2.4% take public transportation in North Bay.
Public Transit Stops (24)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.4%
F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in North Bay is 88/100 - which is 21% lower than Ontario.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A-
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crime F

North Bay crime rates are 6,531 per 100k, which is 112% higher than Ontario
Property Crime
4,854 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
1,677 crimes per 100k
F
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employment C-

The median income in North Bay is $69,547 - which is 20% lower than Ontario.
Med. Household Income
$69,547
F
Unemployment Rate
4.1%
B+
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health D-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (21)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

North Bay home prices are $380,400 - which is 54% lower than Ontario
Home Price
$380,400
F
Home Appreciation Rate
29%
B
Home Affordability
5.5x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools C

The North Bay graduation rate is 83% - which is 1% lower than Ontario
School Test Scores
60%
C-
High School Grad. Rates
83%
C-
Elementary Schools (33) F
High Schools (13) F
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ratings F

North Bay has an overall rating of 47% from 26 reviews.
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User Surveys (26)
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Living in North Bay, ON

North Bay Area Facts

  • North Bay has a Livability Score of 56/100, which is considered below average
  • North Bay crime rates are 112% higher than the Ontario average
  • Cost of living in North Bay is 21% lower than the Ontario average

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      North Bay, ON

      Known as the “Gateway of the North”, North Bay lies on the shores of Lake Nipissing and offers residents a chance to live in the vicinity of the great outdoors while still having access to gainful employment opportunities and an active lifestyle. The city is home to friendly and safe communities perfect for raising families, a number of educational institutions and endless recreational activities. Our North Bay Livability guide will take you through the best of what this beautiful city offers, from a well-developed infrastructure to the beautiful outdoors.

      Housing in North Bay is quite affordable and gives you the option of choosing between rural or urban living in a variety of beautiful neighbourhoods. Camp Champlain, Cook Mills and Wallace Heights have lovely residential homes and safe neighbourhoods, which make them ideal for families. Property along the waterfront is slightly more expensive although still far cheaper than in other parts of the country. If you’re looking for more lively living in a vibrant atmosphere, check out the area around Thibeault Terrace, which is popular with university students.

      While the majority of North Bay’s population is English speaking, there are a large number of French-speaking residents as well. Those with young children will be happy to know that there are Anglophone and Francophone schools in the area. It’s also easy to get around within the city as North Bay Transit offers services offers including intercity buses and trains in the area too, as well as special services for disabled passenger on the Parabus. Another highlight of North Bay’s infrastructure is the medical system. The city is served by a full service hospital including a full range of specialized services.

      Ask any resident and they’ll tell you that clean lakes, fresh water and fresh air is the best part about living in North Bay. Any North Bay resident will tell you about the festivals, special events and farmer’s market that take place in the city, but you should also know about the great sandy beaches along the waterfront that residents flock to in the summer. There are also excellent trails for walking, biking and hiking, not to mention skiing and snowmobiling in the snowy winter months. One of the best-kept secrets of this northern Ontario town is the high quality of live theatre. A resident favourite is Average Joe’s – a characterful restaurant with big glass windows overlooking the lake.

      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in North Bay? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Olmsted Beach
      Pumphouse Playground
      Birchhaven Cove
      Circle Lake playground
      Elks Lodge #25 Family Park Conservation Area
      Elks Lodge #25 Family Park Conservation Area
      Thomson Park

      Entertainment

      Food & Drink

      Hit the Spot
      Adoro
      Subway
      Vanelli's
      Dairy Queen
      A&W
      Tan Tan Wok
      Tropical Grill

      D+ Commute

      Is public transit available in North Bay? Of all people who commute, 2.4% take public transportation in North Bay.
      Drive to Work
      39%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      5% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the CDN average

      C Health & Safety

      Is North Bay a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      North Bay Regional Health Centre

      Pharmacies

      Guardian
      Pharmasave
      Pharmasave
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Pharmasave
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Rexall

      Doctors