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Arran-Elderslie, ON

Ontario

Arran-Elderslie is a small city in Ontario with a population of 6,913. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,913 Population 39/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $49,040 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$970 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

How Arran-Elderslie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,913
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$49,040
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty13.7%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$970
Ownership77.7%
Housing Units2,780
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+29.7%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Arran-Elderslie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arran-Elderslie receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Arran-Elderslie has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arran-Elderslie is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arran-Elderslie is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arran-Elderslie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow.

Arran-Elderslie has a population of 6,913 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 177.1 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents.

Population

6,913
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
177.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arran-Elderslie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 8.5%

Social Characteristics

Arran-Elderslie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arran-Elderslie is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,040 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $943, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 214 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 33.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arran-Elderslie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,040
Avg Weekly Wage$943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)214

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Arran-Elderslie is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 77.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,780 total housing units in the city. 20.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.7%
Owner-Occupied77.7%
Renter-Occupied22.3%
Housing Units2,780

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, Arran-Elderslie receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Arran-Elderslie 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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Arran-Elderslie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area177.1 sq mi (458.8 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates44.4014°N, 81.1248°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.3"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.41"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 120 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.9 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.4 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 4.4 in

Arran-Elderslie has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 19°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (2.7").

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8.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
73% below US avg
High School+29.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area177.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.8%

Schools in Arran-Elderslie

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Arran Tara Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arran-Elderslie

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFPS-FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (MP3 Stream) active rock MP3 128 kbps
CFPS -FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (AAC Stream) active rock, new format rebranding AAC 63 kbps
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3

Museums in Arran-Elderslie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Billy Bishop Home & Museum
Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre
Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Owen Sound Marine and Rail Museum
Tresure Chest Museum

Libraries in Arran-Elderslie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Cargill Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Chesley Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Paisley Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Paisley Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Sauble Beach Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Southampton Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Tara Branch0.0
Hanover Public Library0.0
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Arran-Elderslie

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Keady Market

Gas Stations in Arran-Elderslie

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tara Gas Bar Variety

Breweries in Arran-Elderslie

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Outlaw Brew Co

Ski Resorts Near Arran-Elderslie

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Arran-Elderslie

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goderich Airport-Medium Airport
Kincardine Municipal AirportYKDMedium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Dungannon Aerodrome-Small Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
Mount Forest Roths' Field-Small Airport
Nenagh Field-Small Airport
Owen Sound (Cook Field)-Small Airport
Palmerston Airport-Small Airport
Port Elgin Airport-Small Airport
Robinson International Air Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport
Shepherd's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Southampton Airport-Small Airport
Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport-Small Airport
Varys Field-Small Airport
Walter's Falls (Piper Way) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Walter's Field-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport
Wilkinson Field-Small Airport
Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport-Small Airport
Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arran-Elderslie

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arran-Elderslie

What is the population of Arran-Elderslie?

Arran-Elderslie has a population of 6,913 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 177.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Arran-Elderslie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Arran-Elderslie safe?

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

What is the weather like in Arran-Elderslie?

Arran-Elderslie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Arran-Elderslie?

The unemployment rate in Arran-Elderslie is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $943. There are 214 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 33.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arran-Elderslie?

The median home value in Arran-Elderslie is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $970. The homeownership rate is 77.7%.

How are the schools in Arran-Elderslie?

8.9% of adults in Arran-Elderslie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Arran-Elderslie?

The average commute in Arran-Elderslie is 27 minutes. 87.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arran-Elderslie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arran-Elderslie is 98.3% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 91% of residents speak only English at home.

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