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Beckwith, ON

Ontario

Beckwith is a small city in Ontario with a population of 9,021. Residents earn $126,000 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,021 Population 98/sq mi density
$126,000 Median Income $62,750 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$126,000 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $126,000
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,021
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$126,000
Per Capita$62,750
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty3.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$600,000
Rent$900
Ownership96.3%
Housing Units3,370
Rent Burden11.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+25.3%
Graduate+5.2%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Beckwith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beckwith receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Beckwith offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beckwith is $126,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 68% above $75,149. This places Beckwith among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beckwith is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x 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

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beckwith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow.

Beckwith has a population of 9,021 with a density of 98 people per square mile, spread across 92.4 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.8% of residents, while 5.1% speak Spanish.

Population

9,021
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
92.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beckwith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish 5.1%
62% below US avg
Other Languages 5.2%

Social Characteristics

Beckwith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beckwith is $126,000, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,750 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,207, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 280 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 45.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beckwith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,000
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)280

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Beckwith is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 96.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,370 total housing units in the city. 11.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.3%
Owner-Occupied96.3%
Renter-Occupied3.7%
Housing Units3,370

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, Beckwith receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Beckwith 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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Beckwith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 14.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area92.4 sq mi (239.3 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates45.8339°N, 63.8128°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 14.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 60 km
2009 Bill Category 1 190 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 294 km
2003 Juan Category 2 19 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 227 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 154 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1917 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA Earthquake + Landslide 7.0 m 2,000 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
April 38°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 26°F (-4°C) 4.2 in

Beckwith has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (3.1").

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15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+25.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area92.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.1%

Radio Stations near Beckwith

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE charlottetown, commercial MP3 64 kbps
CFTA 107.9 Tantramar FM Amherst, NS community radio MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Beckwith

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Oxford Library0.0

Airports Near Beckwith

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beckwith

What is the population of Beckwith?

Beckwith has a population of 9,021 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 92.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Beckwith expensive to live in?

The median household income is $126,000, 68% 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 $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beckwith safe?

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

What is the weather like in Beckwith?

Beckwith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Beckwith?

The unemployment rate in Beckwith is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,207. There are 280 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 45.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beckwith?

The median home value in Beckwith is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 96.3%.

How are the schools in Beckwith?

15.3% of adults in Beckwith hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Beckwith?

The average commute in Beckwith is 30 minutes. 87.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 45.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beckwith?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beckwith is 96.4% White, 2.1% Asian. 89.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish.

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