Sign In Register

Centre Wellington, ON

Ontario · Guelph Metro

Centre Wellington is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 31,093. Residents earn $101,000 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
31,093 Population 197/sq mi density
$101,000 Median Income $56,600 per capita
$715,000 Home Value
$1,300 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$101,000 median income, 7.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$715,000 home value, $1,300/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Centre Wellington, ON

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $101,000
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $715,000
154% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31,093
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,000
Per Capita$56,600
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty5.6%
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$715,000
Rent$1,300
Ownership80.6%
Housing Units11,970
Rent Burden16.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+29.3%
Graduate+5.2%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Centre Wellington a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centre Wellington is $101,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 34% above $75,149. This places Centre Wellington among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centre Wellington is $715,000, making it a premium housing market at 154% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, 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

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Centre Wellington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 49.5 inches of snow.

Centre Wellington has a population of 31,093 with a density of 197 people per square mile, spread across 158.1 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents.

Population

31,093
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
158.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Centre Wellington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

Centre Wellington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centre Wellington is $101,000, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,088, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 964 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 32.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Centre Wellington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,000
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)964

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home32.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Centre Wellington is $715,000, 154% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 80.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,970 total housing units in the city. 16.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$715,000
154% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.6%
Owner-Occupied80.6%
Renter-Occupied19.4%
Housing Units11,970

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, Centre Wellington receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Centre Wellington 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
View full crime details →
Centre Wellington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 49.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,398 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Area158.1 sq mi (409.4 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates43.7181°N, 80.3748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.1"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 49.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 111 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 103 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 115 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 149 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 150 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 99 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 142 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 84 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 2.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.6 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in

Centre Wellington has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 18°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

View full weather details →
15.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+29.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area158.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home32.3%

Schools in Centre Wellington

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
John Black Public School - - - -
Maranatha Christian School - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Centre Wellington

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) country MP3 128 kbps
CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) country AAC 64 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio 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
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3
CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON rhythmic contemporary hits AAC+ 47 kbps
CKMO 101.5 "FM101" Orangeville, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 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
CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON news talk AAC+ 47 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI community alternative MP3 128 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 community radio MP3 128 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps
CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON country AAC+ 47 kbps
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio community, local radio MP3 320 kbps
CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON community radio, multingual MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Centre Wellington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brubacher House
Brubacher House
City of Waterloo Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Guelph Civic Museum
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway
Waterloo Central Railway Resoration Shop
Wellington County Museum and Archives

Libraries in Centre Wellington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dana Porter Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Grand Valley Public 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
Hillsburgh Public Library0.0
Laurier Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
McLaughlin Library0.0
Orangeville Public Library - Alder Street0.0
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 - St. Jacobs Branch0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
Waterloo Public Library - Eastside Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Aboyne Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Arthur Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Elora Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Fergus Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Puslinch Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Rockwood Branch0.0
Wellington County Library, Marden Branch0.0
Wellington Law Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Centre Wellington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aberfoyle Antique Market
Guelph Farmer's Market
Martin's Maple Syrup
Rolling Acres
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market

Hotels in Centre Wellington

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western

Cafes in Centre Wellington

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nokomis Dinning Hall

Gas Stations in Centre Wellington

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fergus Petro
Ultramar

Breweries in Centre Wellington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Block Three Brewing Company
Fixed Gear Brewing
Fixed Gear Brewing Co.
Heartwood Farm & Cidery
Royal City Brewing - Beer Hall & Ward Room
Schooner Street Brewery
Schooner Street Brewery
Wellington Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Centre Wellington

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Centre Wellington

7 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 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Devil's Glen Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Highlands Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Centre Wellington

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
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Barrie Executive 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
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-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

Post Offices in Centre Wellington

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Centre Wellington

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Canadian Reformed Church of Fergus North
Saint Peter's Church

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Centre Wellington.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Centre Wellington

What is the population of Centre Wellington?

Centre Wellington has a population of 31,093 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 158.1 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 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Centre Wellington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $101,000, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $715,000 (154% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Centre Wellington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Centre Wellington?

Centre Wellington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 49.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Centre Wellington?

The unemployment rate in Centre Wellington is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,088. There are 964 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 32.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Centre Wellington?

The median home value in Centre Wellington is $715,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,300. The homeownership rate is 80.6%.

How are the schools in Centre Wellington?

15.6% of adults in Centre Wellington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Centre Wellington?

The average commute in Centre Wellington is 28 minutes. 88.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Centre Wellington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Centre Wellington is 94.8% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.3% Asian. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Fergus, ON 20,767 pop · 0.8 mi Elora, ON 7,800 pop · 3.8 mi East Garafraxa, ON 2,794 pop · 9.9 mi Elmira, ON 10,790 pop · 12.0 mi Woolwich, ON 26,999 pop · 12.2 mi Grand Valley, ON 3,851 pop · 12.9 mi Guelph, ON 143,740 pop · 13.3 mi Guelph/Eramosa, ON 13,904 pop · 13.3 mi Rockwood, ON 4,629 pop · 13.4 mi Rockwood, MB 8,440 pop · 13.4 mi Rural East-Country Squire, ON 1,510 pop · 15.0 mi Eastbridge, ON 6,840 pop · 15.7 mi Mapleton, ON 10,839 pop · 15.7 mi St. Jacobs, ON 1,960 pop · 15.8 mi
Compare Centre Wellington with another city: