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Cambridge, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Cambridge is a large city in Ontario with a population of 138,479. Residents earn $93,000 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
138,479 Population 3,174/sq mi density
$93,000 Median Income $48,960 per capita
$650,000 Home Value
$1,220 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$93,000 median income, 11.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$650,000 home value, $1,220/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $93,000
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $650,000
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,220
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138,479
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density3,174/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,000
Per Capita$48,960
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty8.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$650,000
Rent$1,220
Ownership68.9%
Housing Units51,270
Rent Burden21.2%

Crime

C+
Property66/100K
Burglary9/100K

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+31.2%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambridge receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Cambridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambridge is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. 8.2% 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 Cambridge is $650,000, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,220 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 66 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 46.2 inches of snow.

Cambridge has a population of 138,479 with a density of 3,174 people per square mile, spread across 43.6 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 3.6% Black, 15.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 74.7% of residents.

Population

138,479
Total Population
2021 Census
3,174
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
43.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 74.7%
5% below US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 24.2%

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambridge is $93,000, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,960 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $942, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 82 business establishments, including 38 restaurants. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 27.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cambridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,000
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,960
Avg Weekly Wage$942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare12
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $650,000, 131% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,220 (5% above the national average of $1,163). 68.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 51,270 total housing units in the city. 21.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$650,000
131% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,220
5% above US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.9%
Owner-Occupied68.9%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units51,270

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 66 per 100,000, 97% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 47, burglary at 9, vehicle theft at 10 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Cambridge receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property65.8/100K
97% below US avg
Burglary9.1/100K
Theft47.1/100K
Vehicle Theft9.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. The area receives 46.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area43.6 sq mi (113.0 km²)
Population Density3,174/sq mi
Coordinates43.3601°N, 80.3127°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.2"
10% below US avg
Snowfall 46.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 113 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 136 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 110 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 118 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 127 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 121 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 83 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 146 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 133 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 71 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York 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
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.2 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.0 in

Cambridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 21°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.2").

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14.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 12 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+31.2%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3,174/sq mi
Total Area43.6 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants38
Retail Stores10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home27.4%

Colleges & Universities in Cambridge

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Conestoga College - Brantford Campus - - - - -

Schools in Cambridge

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Highland Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cambridge

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (AAC Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (MP3 Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFMU 93.3 McMaster University Radio - Hamilton, ON community radio, multicultural MP3 128 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON community radio, multingual MP3 320 kbps
CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON community radio, hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CJML-FM 101.3 "FM 101" Milton, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI community alternative MP3 128 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 community radio MP3 128 kbps
CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON country AAC+ 47 kbps
98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio community, local radio MP3 320 kbps
CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON news talk AAC+ 47 kbps
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps
CKRZ 100.3 "Voice of the Grand" Ohsweken, ON community radio, indigenous MP3 96 kbps
CHTG-FM 92.9 "The Grand" Caledonia, ON classic hits AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brubacher House
Brubacher House
Canadian Military Heritage Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village
Drumbo and District Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Fashion History Museum
Guelph Civic Museum
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Joseph Schneider Haus
Joseph Schneider Haus
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Paris Museum & Historical Society
Princeton & District Museum
St. George-South Dumfries Museum
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway
The Gallery
The Gallery
TheMuseum
TheMuseum
Waterloo Central Railway Resoration Shop

Libraries in Cambridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brantford Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Brantford Public Library - St. Paul Branch0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Clemens Mill0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Hespeler0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Old Post Office0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Preston0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Queen's Square0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Glen Morris Branch0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Paris Branch0.0
County Of Brant Public Library - St. George Branch0.0
Dana Porter Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Guelph Public Library - Bullfrog Mall Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - East Side Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Scottsdale Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - West End Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Westminister Square Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Lynden Branch0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Forest Heights0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Main0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Laurier Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
McLaughlin Library0.0
Oxford County Library - Princeton0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Ayr Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Bloomingdale Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Elmira Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - St. Jacobs Branch0.0
Southwest Community Library0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
Waterloo Public Library - Eastside Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - Main0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Puslinch Branch0.0
Wellington County Library, Marden Branch0.0
Wellington Law Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cambridge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aberfoyle Antique Market
Brantford Farmers' Market
Guelph Farmer's Market
Kitchener Market
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market
The Gem Marketplace

Cafes in Cambridge

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Culture
Melville Cafe
Monigram Coffee Roasters
SJ Fresh Coffee

Theatres in Cambridge

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hamilton Family Theatre

Monuments in Cambridge

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gore Tower

Dentists in Cambridge

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Art Clinic - Cambridge

Banks in Cambridge

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank

Breweries in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Block Three Brewing Company
Fixed Gear Brewing
Fixed Gear Brewing Co.
Red Circle Brewing
Red Circle Brewing
Royal City Brewing - Beer Hall & Ward Room
Schooner Street Brewery
Schooner Street Brewery
Short Finger Brewing Company
Short Finger Brewing Company
Sparrow Brewing & Roasting Co.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
TWB Co-operative Brewing
TWB Co-operative Brewing
Wellington Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Cambridge

TeamLeagueDivision
Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Ski Resorts Near Cambridge

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Cambridge

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Bellamy Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Ellen Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Grand Valley North Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Grimsby Regional Airport-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cambridge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Cambridge

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cambridge

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Central Presbyterian Church
Knox's Galt Presbyterian Church
Wesley United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cambridge

What is the population of Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of 138,479 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 3,174 people per square mile, spread across 43.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.6% male.

Is Cambridge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $650,000 (131% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,220 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Cambridge safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 66 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cambridge receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cambridge?

Cambridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches, with 46.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cambridge?

The job market in Cambridge faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $942. There are 82 business establishments in the area, including 38 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 27.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cambridge?

The median home value in Cambridge is $650,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,220. The homeownership rate is 68.9%.

How are the schools in Cambridge?

14.2% of adults in Cambridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cambridge?

The average commute in Cambridge is 27 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, 3.3% use public transit, and 27.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cambridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cambridge is 76.1% White, 3.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, 15.6% Asian. 74.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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