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Fergus, ON

Ontario · Guelph Metro

Fergus is a small city in Ontario with a population of 20,767. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
20,767 Population 101/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 236 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 Fergus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population20,767
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density101/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 Units8,307
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min

Is Fergus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fergus 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. Fergus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fergus 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 Fergus 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

Fergus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow.

Fergus has a population of 20,767 with a density of 101 people per square mile, spread across 206.6 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

20,767
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
206.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fergus 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

Fergus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fergus 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 644 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fergus 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)644

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 Fergus 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 8,307 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 Units8,307

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, Fergus receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fergus 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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Fergus experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The area receives 57.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,329 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area206.6 sq mi (535.1 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates43.7060°N, 80.3776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.8"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 57.9"
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 M3.0 148 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 149 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 98 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 28°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 68°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

Fergus has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 18°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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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 Density101/sq mi
Total Area206.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Fergus

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre Wellington District High School - - - -
James McQueen Public School - - - -
Victoria Terrace Public School - - - -
J. Douglas Hogarth Public School - - - -
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Grand River Public School - - - -
Wellington Place Child Care and Learning Centre - - - -
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Radio Stations near Fergus

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 Fergus

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 Fergus

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
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Laurier Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
McLaughlin Library0.0
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 - Main0.0
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 Fergus

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

Cafes in Fergus

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks
Sweetea
the RED DOOR Cafe
The Vaults
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Fergus

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fergus Grand Theatre

Clinics in Fergus

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Trailside Medical Building
Trailside Medical Centre

Dentists in Fergus

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bridge Street Family Dentistry
Crystal Dentist
Denistry On Tower: Dr. Sarika Vakade
Dr. McKeown and Associates
Parada Denture Clinic
St David Street Dentistry

Veterinaries in Fergus

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Animal Hospital of North Fergus
South Tower Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Fergus

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Centex
Esso
Shell
Shell
Shell Propane Refill

Banks in Fergus

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in Fergus

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

St. Andrew West Mall

Gyms in Fergus

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Sportsplex Fitness Center

Breweries in Fergus

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 Fergus

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Ski Resorts Near Fergus

6 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 - - -

Airports Near Fergus

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
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-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

Post Offices in Fergus

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fergus

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Baptist Church
Faith Evangelical lutheran church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Maranatha Canadian Reformed Church
Melville United Church
New Apostolic Church
Saint Andrew's Church
Saint James Anglican Church
Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Saint Joseph's Catholic Church
Speedside United Church

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fergus

What is the population of Fergus?

Fergus has a population of 20,767 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 206.6 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 Fergus 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 Fergus safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fergus?

Fergus has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches, with 57.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fergus?

The unemployment rate in Fergus 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 644 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 Fergus?

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

How are the schools in Fergus?

32.9% of adults in Fergus 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 Fergus?

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

What are the demographics of Fergus?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fergus 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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