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Algonquin Highlands, ON

Ontario

Algonquin Highlands is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,588. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,588 Population 7/sq mi density
$77,000 Median Income $51,400 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income, 11.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,588
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$51,400
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty10.9%
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$600,000
Rent$800
Ownership91.3%
Housing Units1,270
Rent Burden15.8%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+5.7%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Algonquin Highlands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Algonquin Highlands receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Algonquin Highlands has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Algonquin Highlands is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Algonquin Highlands is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Algonquin Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Algonquin Highlands has a population of 2,588 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 386.0 square miles. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents.

Population

2,588
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
386.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Algonquin Highlands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 5.8%

Social Characteristics

Algonquin Highlands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Algonquin Highlands is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $988, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 80 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Algonquin Highlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,400
Avg Weekly Wage$988

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Algonquin Highlands is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 91.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,270 total housing units in the city. 15.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden15.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.3%
Owner-Occupied91.3%
Renter-Occupied8.3%
Housing Units1,270

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Algonquin Highlands receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Algonquin Highlands vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Algonquin Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area386.0 sq mi (999.7 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates45.2947°N, 78.8256°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.53"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.5 on May 14, 2016.

Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 113 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 125 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 136 km
Jul 27, 2014 13 km SW of Pembroke, Canada M2.9 132 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 100 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.8 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 32°F (0°C) 4.5 in Wettest
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Algonquin Highlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.7").

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14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area386.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.8%

Radio Stations near Algonquin Highlands

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBG 99.5 "Moose FM" Bracebridge, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CFZN-FM "93.5 Moose FM" Haliburton, ON adult contemporary, oldies AAC+ 57 kbps
CFBK 105.5 "Moose FM" Huntsville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKAR-FM 88.7 "The Bay" Huntsville, ON community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Algonquin Highlands

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dorset Museum
Haliburton Forest Logging Museum
Stanhope Museum

Libraries in Algonquin Highlands

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Haliburton County Public Library - Stanhope Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Algonquin Highlands

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Saturday farmer's market,

Theatres in Algonquin Highlands

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bone Lake Amphitheater

Gas Stations in Algonquin Highlands

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Curv-Inn
Shell
Tower Hill Marine

Banks in Algonquin Highlands

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scotiabank

Ski Resorts Near Algonquin Highlands

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Algonquin Highlands

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield-Small Airport
Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield-Small Airport
Cooper Falls Airstrip-Small Airport
Dimkovski Airpark-Small Airport
Dwight Airport-Small Airport
Emsdale Airport-Small Airport
Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport-Small Airport
Severn Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Stanhope Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Sundridge/South River Airpark-Small Airport
Ullswater Airport-Small Airport
Walkers Point Airstrip-Small Airport
Whistlewing Airstrip-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
6
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Algonquin Highlands

What is the population of Algonquin Highlands?

Algonquin Highlands has a population of 2,588 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 386.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Algonquin Highlands expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Algonquin Highlands safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Algonquin Highlands receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Algonquin Highlands?

Algonquin Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Algonquin Highlands?

The job market in Algonquin Highlands faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $988. There are 80 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 28.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Algonquin Highlands?

The median home value in Algonquin Highlands is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 91.3%.

How are the schools in Algonquin Highlands?

14.1% of adults in Algonquin Highlands hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Algonquin Highlands?

The average commute in Algonquin Highlands is 28 minutes. 87.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Algonquin Highlands?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Algonquin Highlands is 97.8% White. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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