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Augusta, ON

Ontario

Augusta is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,386. Residents earn $96,000 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
7,386 Population 61/sq mi density
$96,000 Median Income $53,450 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,030 Median Rent 10.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$96,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,030/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $96,000
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,030
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,386
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$96,000
Per Capita$53,450
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty6.0%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,030
Ownership91.7%
Housing Units2,955
Rent Burden10.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+32.6%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Augusta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Augusta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Augusta is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Augusta is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Augusta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow.

Augusta has a population of 7,386 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 121.2 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.2% of residents.

Population

7,386
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
121.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Augusta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 4.8%

Social Characteristics

Augusta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Augusta is $96,000, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,450 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,028, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 229 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 18.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Augusta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,000
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)229

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Augusta is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,030 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 91.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,955 total housing units in the city. 10.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,030
11% below US avg
Rent Burden10.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.7%
Owner-Occupied91.7%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units2,955

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, Augusta receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Augusta 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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Augusta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area121.2 sq mi (313.8 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates44.7390°N, 75.6345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 9.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

119 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 128 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 126 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 129 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 105 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 129 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 105 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 132 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 130 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 101 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 140 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 147 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 134 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 127 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 142 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 103 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 135 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 127 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 102 km
Jan 16, 2013 28 km W of Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Canada M3.5 148 km
Feb 15, 1995 13 km SSE of Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Canada M3.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.9 in

Augusta has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 15°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.2").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+32.6%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area121.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home18.4%

Schools in Augusta

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maynard Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Augusta

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.3 Country (US) country FLV
Country 94.1 — AAC 128 kbps
Country 106.7 country AAC 198 kbps
CKPP 107.9 "Moose FM" Prescott, ON variety hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKBY "92.3 Country" Smith Falls, ON country UNKNOWN
CJET-FM "City News 101.1" Smith Falls, ON format change, news AAC+ 47 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Moose FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Juice FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Augusta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREDERIC REMINGTON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3153932425$1,107,257
HEUVELTON HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$487,570
FORT LA PRESENTATION COMPANYHISTORY MUSEUM$103,762
MORRISTOWN GATEWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM309 MAIN ST3153754910$15,814
FORT LA PRESENTATION ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3153232593
HORWOOD STAINED GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
Aquatarium
Brockville Museum
Fulford Place
Homewood Museum
Prescott Railway Station
Spencerville Mill & Museum

Libraries in Augusta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OGDENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY312 WASHINGTON STREET0.042,195
HEUVELTON FREE LIBRARY57 STATE STREET0.05,872
MORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY200 MAIN STREET0.03,650
Augusta Township Public Library0.0
Brockville Public Library0.0
Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library - Spencerville Branch0.0
Elizabethtown Kitley Public Library - Lyn Branch0.0
Elizabethtown Kitley Public Library - Spring Valley Branch0.0
Merrickville Public Library0.0
North Grenville Public Library - Burrits Rapids Branch0.0
Prescott Public Library0.0
SDG Library - South Mountain Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Augusta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Perth St Courtyard

Gas Stations in Augusta

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MacEwen

Breweries in Augusta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Windmill Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Augusta

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Augusta

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Hammond Cell Site AK POINT RDTOWER94
WAGNER RDTOWER94
COUNTY ROUTE 4 (77442)GTOWER59
540 YANKEE STREET ROAD (77443)GTOWER56
MORRISTOWN CELL SITE MORRISTOWN WATER TANK, ANN STREETTOWER41

Airports Near Augusta

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Ogdensburg International AirportOGSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Carp Airport—Medium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
Watertown International AirportARTMedium Airport
Wheeler Sack Army Air Field—Medium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
Arnprior Airport—Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Carleton Place Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Hill Aerodrome—Small Airport
Cheney—Small Airport
Countryman's Landing Strip—Small Airport
Degrasse Moores Airport—Small Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm Strip—Small Airport
Django Field—Small Airport
Flint Field—Small Airport
Fumerton Field—Small Airport
Gananoque Airport—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hendricks Field—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
Hurlbut Field—Small Airport
Indian Creek Field—Small Airport
Iroquois Airport—Small Airport
John Gonzales Field—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kenmore Aerodrome—Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Morrisburg Airport—Small Airport
Navan Bearbrook Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome—Small Airport
Parti Field—Small Airport
Pendleton Airport—Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Ritchie Airfield—Small Airport
Salubrious Point Airport—Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Augusta

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
North Augusta Post Office

Treatment Centers in Augusta

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Citizen Advocates - Behavioral Health Urgent CareSubstance Abuse315-713-9090
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center - Mental Health UnitMental Health315-393-3600 x5208
Saint Lawrence County Comm Servs Board - Saint Lawrence Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse315-386-2189

Churches & Religious Organizations in Augusta

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Algonquin United Church
Maynard United Pentecostal Church
North Augusta United Church
St. Peter's Anglican Church
St. Theresa's

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Augusta

What is the population of Augusta?

Augusta has a population of 7,386 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 121.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.6% male.

Is Augusta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Augusta safe?

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

What is the weather like in Augusta?

Augusta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Augusta?

The unemployment rate in Augusta is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,028. There are 229 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 18.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Augusta?

The median home value in Augusta is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,030. The homeownership rate is 91.7%.

How are the schools in Augusta?

10.0% of adults in Augusta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Augusta?

The average commute in Augusta is 26 minutes. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Augusta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Augusta is 98.7% White. 92.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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