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Deseronto, ON

Ontario · Belleville-Quinte West Metro

Deseronto is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,747. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,747 Population 1,796/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $38,400 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 16.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.0%
344% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,747
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,796/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$38,400
Unemployment16.0%
Poverty16.4%
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$840
Ownership70.8%
Housing Units720
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation315 ft (96 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+36.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Deseronto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deseronto receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Deseronto has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deseronto is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deseronto is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $840 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Deseronto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow.

Deseronto has a population of 1,747 with a density of 1,796 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents.

Population

1,747
Total Population
2021 Census
1,796
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Deseronto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Deseronto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deseronto is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,400. The average weekly wage is $738, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 15.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Deseronto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,400
Avg Weekly Wage$738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.0%
344% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Deseronto is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 70.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 720 total housing units in the city. 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.8%
Owner-Occupied70.8%
Renter-Occupied29.2%
Housing Units720

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, Deseronto receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Deseronto 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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Deseronto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. The area receives 11.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Coordinates44.2001°N, 77.0494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 11.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 82 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 90 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 79 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 149 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 112 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 35 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 106 km
Mar 20, 2008 12 km S of Osgoode, Canada M2.8 146 km
Mar 14, 2021 19 km SW of Winchester, Canada M2.7 147 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 46 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 136 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 90 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 98 km
May 10, 2022 southern Ontario, Canada M2.5 141 km
Mar 17, 2004 12 km SSW of Osgoode, Canada M2.5 145 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 29°F (-1°C) 2.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in

Deseronto has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 17°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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4.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+36.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,796/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Schools in Deseronto

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greater Napanee MyFM 88.7 - AAC+ 32 kbps
CJOJ-FM 95.5 "Hits FM" Belleville, ON 80's, 90's AAC+ 98 kbps
CHCQ-FM 100.1 "Cool 100" Belleville, ON new country AAC+ 98 kbps

Museums in Deseronto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Museum of Fraternal Lodges
Macaulay Heritage Park Museum
Macpherson House
Naval Marine Archive The Canadian Collection
UEL Heritage Centre & Park

Libraries in Deseronto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Deseronto Public Library0.0
Kanhiote Public Library0.0
Lennox & Addington Library - Napanee Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Bloomfield Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Picton Branch0.0
Tyendinaga Public Library0.0

Theatres in Deseronto

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deseronto Bayview Theatre

Gas Stations in Deseronto

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

49 Quick Stop
CA #1246086643
Five Nations Tobacco & Fuels
Mohawk Duty Free
Mohawk Plaza
Olco
Olco
Olco
PEACEMAKERS GAS BAR
The Gas Depot

Breweries in Deseronto

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barley Days Brewery
Glenora Craft Brewery
Parsons Brewing Company
The Napanee Beer Company

Airports Near Deseronto

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Baker Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Belleville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake Airport-Small Airport
Camden East Airstrip-Small Airport
Fawcettville Airfield-Small Airport
Galloo Island Airport-Small Airport
Greenbush Airport-Small Airport
John Gonzales Field-Small Airport
Kingston / Riverland Airfield-Small Airport
Napanee Airstrip-Small Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip-Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Rednersville / Aery-Small Airport
Selby - Howard's Airstrip-Small Airport
Stirling Airport-Small Airport
Stirling Private Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stony Island Airport-Small Airport
Tomvale Airport-Small Airport
Trenton/Mountain View Airport-Small Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport-Small Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Deseronto

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Deseronto

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Royal Chapel
Church of the Redeemer
Deseronto Pentecostal Church
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deseronto

What is the population of Deseronto?

Deseronto has a population of 1,747 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1,796 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.4% male.

Is Deseronto expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 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 Deseronto safe?

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

What is the weather like in Deseronto?

Deseronto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 11.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Deseronto?

The job market in Deseronto faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $738. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 15.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Deseronto?

The median home value in Deseronto is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 70.8%.

How are the schools in Deseronto?

4.7% of adults in Deseronto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Deseronto?

The average commute in Deseronto is 26 minutes. 89% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Deseronto?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Deseronto is 98% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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