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Cochrane, ON

Ontario

Cochrane is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,390. Residents earn $97,000 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,390 Population 26/sq mi density
$97,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 8.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 217 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$97,000 median income, 10.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $97,000
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,390
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$97,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership87.9%
Housing Units1,035
Rent Burden8.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Cochrane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cochrane receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Cochrane has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cochrane is $97,000, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Cochrane 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. 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cochrane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 65.7 inches of snow.

Cochrane has a population of 5,390 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 207.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 44.6% of residents, while 48.3% speak Spanish.

Population

5,390
Total Population
2021 Census
26
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
207.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cochrane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 44.6%
43% below US avg
Spanish 48.3%
261% above US avg
Other Languages 7.1%

Social Characteristics

Cochrane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cochrane is $97,000, which is 29% 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 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 167 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cochrane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,000
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)167

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 Cochrane is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 87.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,035 total housing units in the city. 8.7% 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$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden8.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.9%
Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied11.6%
Housing Units1,035

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, Cochrane receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cochrane 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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Cochrane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 65.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area207.7 sq mi (537.9 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates49.0669°N, 81.0331°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below US avg
Snowfall 65.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 4, 2006.

Jan 3, 2006 68 km NNW of Iroquois Falls, Canada M3.7 29 km
Aug 16, 1996 42 km WSW of Kapuskasing, Canada M3.5 138 km
Mar 4, 2006 63 km E of Kapuskasing, Canada M3.4 64 km
Feb 1, 1999 58 km NNW of Iroquois Falls, Canada M3.4 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in
February 3°F (-16°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 15°F (-9°C) 2.2 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.9 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 2.7 in

Cochrane has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 3°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.9").

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6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+26.9%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area207.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Cochrane

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cochrane High School - - - -
Aileen-Wright English Catholic School - - - -
École catholique Nouveau Regard - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cochrane

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHPB 98.1 "Moose FM" Cochrane, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Cochrane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cochrane Railway & Pioneer Museum
Cochrane Snowmobile Museum

Libraries in Cochrane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cochrane Public Library0.0
Cochrane Public Library0.0

Hotels in Cochrane

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Swan Castle Inn
The Station Inn
Travelodge
Travelodge

Cafes in Cochrane

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Cochrane

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Empire Theatre

Monuments in Cochrane

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cenotaph

Zoos in Cochrane

2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat
Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat and Heritage Village

Dentists in Cochrane

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cochrane Family Dentistry

Train Stations in Cochrane

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cochrane

Gas Stations in Cochrane

12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire Gas Bar
Crevier
Esso
Esso
Esso
Fast Stop
Formula 21
Girard's Esso
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada

Banks in Cochrane

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Desjardins
Scotiabank

Gyms in Cochrane

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #12686260109

Golf Courses in Cochrane

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lee Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Cochrane

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Cochrane Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Cochrane

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cochrane AirportYCNMedium Airport
Timmins/Victor M. PowerYTSMedium Airport
Iroquois Falls Airport-Small Airport
Sky Wrench Field-Small Airport
Smooth Rock Falls Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cochrane

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
Holy Trinity
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
New Hope Community Church
Paroisse Transfiguration Church

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UFO Sightings
4
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cochrane

What is the population of Cochrane?

Cochrane has a population of 5,390 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 207.7 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 47.2% female and 53.1% male.

Is Cochrane expensive to live in?

The median household income is $97,000, 29% 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 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cochrane safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cochrane?

Cochrane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 65.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cochrane?

The job market in Cochrane faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 167 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 Cochrane?

The median home value in Cochrane is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 87.9%.

How are the schools in Cochrane?

6.0% of adults in Cochrane hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cochrane?

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

What are the demographics of Cochrane?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cochrane is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 44.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 48.3% speak Spanish.

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