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Gananoque, ON
Ontario · Kingston Metro
Gananoque is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,383. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Gananoque Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Economy
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Education
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Is Gananoque a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gananoque 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. Gananoque has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gananoque is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gananoque is $360,000, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x 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
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Gananoque experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 44.8 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Gananoque vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Gananoque vs U.S. Average
Income: Gananoque vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $67,000 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,920 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $845 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.0% |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 167 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $360,000 |
| 28% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 22.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.3% |
| Housing Units | 2,560 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Gananoque 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 | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,990/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3334°N, 76.1661°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 19°F (-8°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.1 in |
Gananoque has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 19°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.0% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 30.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,990/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.8% |
Schools in Gananoque
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gananoque Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Linklater Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gananoque
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient FM | ancient music, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Kingston, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFMK-FM 96.3 "Big FM" Kingston, ON (AAC Stream) | classic hits, classic rock | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON | active rock, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps |
Museums in Gananoque
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3156864104 | $2,418,117 | |
| ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC BOAT SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3156862628 | $499,596 | |
| HANDWEAVING MUSEUM AND ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 3156864123 | $228,797 | |
| THOUSAND ISLANDS MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 312 JAMES STREET | 3156865794 | $65,750 |
| ALEXANDRIA TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 36 MARKET STREET | 3154824586 | $48,762 |
| 1000 ISLANDS MUSEUMS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 312 JAMES STREET | 3156865794 | |
| CLAYTON THOUSAND ISLANDS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DENSMORE CHURCH | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LYMAN BOAT SOCIETY OF N AMER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3154824339 | ||
| NORTHERN NEW YORK AGRICULTURAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 30950 NEW YORK 180 | 3156582353 | |
| NORTHERN NEW YORK AGRICULTURAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 30950 NEW YORK 180 | 3156582353 | |
| Arthur Child Heritage Museum of the 1000 Islands | ||||
| Thousand Islands Boat Museum |
Libraries in Gananoque
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPE VINCENT COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 157 NORTH REAL STREET | 0.0 | 24,202 | |||
| HAWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 220 JOHN STREET | 0.0 | 18,080 | |||
| DEPAUVILLE FREE LIBRARY | 32333 COUNTY ROUTE 179 | 0.0 | 11,742 | |||
| ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 36263 NYS ROUTE 180 | 0.0 | 10,056 | |||
| THOUSAND ISLAND PARK LIBRARY | 42743 ST. LAWRENCE AVENUE | 0.0 | 5,176 | |||
| Gananoque Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Howe Island | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Lansdowne Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Lyndhurst Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Seeley's Bay Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gananoque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Vincent Farmers & Crafters Market | Village Green, Broadway (Rt. 12) | ||||
| Clayton Farmers Market | Frink Park, Riverside Drive | ||||
| Stone Mills Farmers Market | Old Stone Museum, NYS Rt 180, South of Lafargeville, West from I-81 Exit 49 | Visit | |||
| Wendy's Country Market |
Hotels in Gananoque
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gananoque
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gananoque
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gananoque
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gananoque
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gananoque
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gananoque
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gananoque
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cell Towers in Gananoque
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 40544 NY STATE ROUTE 12 (77422) | GTOWER | 98 |
| (Orleans site) 18588 Robinson Road | TOWER | 77 |
| 37726 NY State Route 12E | TOWER | 59 |
| 43574 NYS Route 12 (40372) | GTOWER | 59 |
| INT OF QUARY & STATE RD | TOWER | 57 |
| 3751 BRANCHE ROAD (77440) | LTOWER | 56 |
Airports Near Gananoque
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Norman Rogers Airport | YGK | Medium Airport |
| Ogdensburg International Airport | OGS | Medium Airport |
| Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport | YSH | Medium Airport |
| Watertown International Airport | ART | Medium Airport |
| Wheeler Sack Army Air Field | - | Medium Airport |
| Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport | XBR | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Camden East / Varty Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camden East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Countryman's Landing Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Duflo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Galloo Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gananoque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | - | Small Airport |
| John Gonzales Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kingston / Riverland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lavant Private Field | - | Small Airport |
| Maxson Airfield | AXB | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ompah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ritchie Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salubrious Point Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Smiths Falls Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gananoque
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gananoque
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Gateway United Pentecostal Church | |
| Grace United Church | |
| Half Moon Bay Outdoor Cathedral | |
| St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church | |
| St. John's the Evangelist Catholic Church | |
| The Cornerstone Calvary Pentecostal Church |
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What is the population of Gananoque?
Gananoque has a population of 5,383 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1,990 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.
Is Gananoque expensive to live in?
The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $360,000 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Gananoque safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Gananoque receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Gananoque?
Gananoque 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 72°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 44.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Gananoque?
The job market in Gananoque faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $845. There are 167 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 24.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Gananoque?
The median home value in Gananoque is $360,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 63.9%.
How are the schools in Gananoque?
13.0% of adults in Gananoque hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Gananoque?
The average commute in Gananoque is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Gananoque?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Gananoque is 97.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home.