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Christopher-Champlain, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Christopher-Champlain is a small city in Ontario with a population of 15,372. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
15,372 Population 301/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 244 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Christopher-Champlain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population15,372
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density301/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units6,149
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation935 ft (285 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Christopher-Champlain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Christopher-Champlain receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Christopher-Champlain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Christopher-Champlain is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% 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 Christopher-Champlain is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Christopher-Champlain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow.

Christopher-Champlain has a population of 15,372 with a density of 301 people per square mile, spread across 51.1 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

15,372
Total Population
301
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
51.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Christopher-Champlain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Christopher-Champlain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Christopher-Champlain is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 477 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Christopher-Champlain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)477

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Christopher-Champlain is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,149 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units6,149

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, Christopher-Champlain receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Christopher-Champlain 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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Christopher-Champlain experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 43.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 935 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation935 ft (285 m)
Area51.1 sq mi (132.3 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates43.3473°N, 80.3019°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 43.3"
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 M3.8 135 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 110 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 117 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 126 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 119 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 82 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 145 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 70 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 139 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 - 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-1°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

Christopher-Champlain has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°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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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area51.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Christopher-Champlain

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stewart Avenue Public School - - - -
Chalmers Street Public School - - - -
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School - - - -
Glenview Park Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Christopher-Champlain

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 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
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON news talk AAC+ 47 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
CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON community radio, multingual MP3 320 kbps
New Country 96.3 FM (US) - AAC+ 48 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
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON country, rogers media UNKNOWN
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON adult contemporary, rogers media UNKNOWN

Museums in Christopher-Champlain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Military Heritage Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village
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

Libraries in Christopher-Champlain

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 - Burford Branch0.0
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 - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee 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 Christopher-Champlain

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

Cafes in Christopher-Champlain

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Dentists in Christopher-Champlain

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4745501764

Gas Stations in Christopher-Champlain

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada

Breweries in Christopher-Champlain

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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 Christopher-Champlain

TeamLeagueDivision
Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Ski Resorts Near Christopher-Champlain

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Christopher-Champlain

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

Treatment Centers in Christopher-Champlain

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Christopher-Champlain

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Good News Church - Cambridge
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Our Lady of Fatima Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Christopher-Champlain

What is the population of Christopher-Champlain?

Christopher-Champlain has a population of 15,372 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 301 people per square mile, spread across 51.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Christopher-Champlain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Christopher-Champlain safe?

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

What is the weather like in Christopher-Champlain?

Christopher-Champlain has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 43.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Christopher-Champlain?

The unemployment rate in Christopher-Champlain is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 477 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Christopher-Champlain?

The median home value in Christopher-Champlain is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Christopher-Champlain?

32.9% of adults in Christopher-Champlain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Christopher-Champlain?

The average commute in Christopher-Champlain is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Christopher-Champlain?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Christopher-Champlain is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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