All Countries
Cornwall, ON
Ontario
Cornwall is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 47,845. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Discover Cornwall, 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.
How Cornwall Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
CHousing
ACrime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Cornwall a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cornwall receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Cornwall has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cornwall is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cornwall is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x 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
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Cornwall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 63.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Cornwall vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cornwall vs U.S. Average
Income: Cornwall vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,000 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,520 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $741 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.4% |
| 244% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.1% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,483 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 3.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $280,000 |
| 1% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $880 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 22.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 53.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 46.3% |
| Housing Units | 21,385 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Cornwall vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 23.8 sq mi (61.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,015/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0181°N, 74.7282°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1908 | NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 33 | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.0 in |
Cornwall has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 16°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 34.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,015/sq mi |
| Total Area | 23.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 19.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 3.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
Colleges & Universities in Cornwall
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Rashid Islamic Institute | — | — | — | — | — |
| St. Lawrence College - Cornwall Campus | — | — | — | — | — |
Schools in Cornwall
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph's Catholic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| École Tsi-Snaihne School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| École secondaire publique L'Héritage | — | — | — | — |
| St. Lawrence Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire catholique Marie-Tanguay | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's School | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire publique Rose des Vents | — | — | — | — |
| Bridgewood Public School | — | — | — | — |
| TR Leger School - Cornwall | — | — | — | — |
| École secondaire catholique La Citadelle | — | — | — | — |
| St. Anne's School | — | — | — | — |
| Central Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire catholique Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Lucie | — | — | — | — |
| Eamer's Corners Public School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Matthew Catholic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Viscount Alexander Public School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Andrew's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Akwesasne Mohawk School | — | — | — | — |
| Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop MacDonnell Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cornwall
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOD 92.1 & 91.9 "GO FM" Cornwall, ON | — | AAC |
Museums in Cornwall
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT MOSES STATE PARK NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 19 ROBINSON BAY ROAD | 3157055022 | $136,854 |
| AKWESASNE CULTURAL CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5183582240 | ||
| BOMBAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5183589994 | ||
| MASSENA MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3157698571 | ||
| SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5183582272 | ||
| Cornwall Community Museum | ||||
| Inverarden Regency Cottage Museum | ||||
| Lost Villages Museum |
Libraries in Cornwall
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MASSENA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 41 GLENN STREET | 0.0 | 131,054 | |||
| AKWESASNE CULTURAL CENTER, INC. | 321 STATE ROUTE 37 | 0.0 | 10,975 | |||
| Cornwall Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SDG Library - Avonmore Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SDG Library - Lancaster Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SDG Library - Long Sault Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SDG Library - Williamstown Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cornwall
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akwesasne Farmers Market | 469 State Route 37, across from Akwesasne Sports | ||||
| Hogensburg Farmers' Market | Cook Rd | Tue: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM; | |||
| Massena Farmers' Market - Triple A Parking Lot | 3 Malby Ave. | 06/01/2014 to 10/30/2014 | Thu: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM; | ||
| Massena Farmers' Market-Town Hall | 60 Main Street | 07/07/2014 to 10/26/2014 | Sun: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM; | ||
| Mill Market | |||||
| Olde School Farmers Market | 1259 Washington Street | ||||
| Winthrop Farmers' Market | Main St | 07/04/2014 to 10/31/2014 | Fri: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; |
Hotels in Cornwall
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cornwall
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cornwall
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cornwall
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cornwall
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cornwall
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cornwall
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cornwall
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cornwall
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cornwall
23 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cornwall
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cornwall
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cornwall
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cornwall
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cornwall
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkies Liquor | Brewery | 227 N Main St | ||
| Rurban Brewing Company | ||||
| Three County Cider |
Ski Resorts Near Cornwall
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loon Mountain | 50.0 | 12 | 930 | $73 | November - April | — | Yes |
| Ski Mont Rigaud | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Cell Towers in Cornwall
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 61 KINGSLEY RD (77428) | GTOWER | 96 |
| Massena Cell Site; St. Lawrence Seaway Authority- Eisenhower Lock | TOWER | 61 |
| SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY AUTHORITY EISENHOWER LOCK | TOWER | 60 |
| 320 SR 37 (109243) | LTOWER | 56 |
Amtrak Stations in Cornwall
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hogansburg, NY | 935 State Highway 37 | BUS |
| Massena, NY | 15054 State Highway 37 | BUS |
Airports Near Cornwall
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Regional Airport | SLK | Medium Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Massena International Airport Richards Field | MSS | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| Ogdensburg International Airport | OGS | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Cheney | — | Small Airport |
| Degrasse Moores Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendricks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hurlbut Field | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Field | — | Small Airport |
| Iroquois Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kenmore Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lancaster Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Long Sault Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malone Dufort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morrisburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Bearbrook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Pendleton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St. André-Avellin Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cornwall
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Akwesasne Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| The UPS Store |
Treatment Centers in Cornwall
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe - Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 518-358-3141 x7160 |
| Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe - Partridge House | Substance Abuse | 518-358-2223 x7600 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cornwall
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baitun Nasir Mosque | |
| Blessed Sacrement Parish | |
| Calvary Baptist Church | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Co-Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | |
| Cornwall Masjid | |
| Cornwall Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Cornwall Wesleyan Church | |
| Evangelical Christian Spiritual Church | |
| Faith Apostolic Church | |
| Fellowship Baptist Church | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| Fountaingate Christian Assembly | |
| Gurudwara Kendri Siri Guru Singh Sabha Cornwall | |
| Harvest Christian Fellowship | |
| Immanuel Christian Reformed Church | |
| Jami' Masjid Zakariya | |
| Jamia Masjid Al-Aqsa | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Knox-St. Paul's United Church |
Explore Near Cornwall
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Cornwall.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cornwall
What is the population of Cornwall?
Cornwall has a population of 47,845 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2,015 people per square mile, spread across 23.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.
Is Cornwall expensive to live in?
The median household income is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $280,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Cornwall safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cornwall receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Cornwall?
Cornwall has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 63.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Cornwall?
The job market in Cornwall faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $741. There are 1,483 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 13.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Cornwall?
The median home value in Cornwall is $280,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $880. The homeownership rate is 53.7%.
How are the schools in Cornwall?
8.3% of adults in Cornwall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Cornwall?
The average commute in Cornwall is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, 3% use public transit, and 13.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Cornwall?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Cornwall is 90.1% White, 1.7% Black or African American, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino, 6.6% Asian. 68.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.6% speak Spanish.