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Georgian Bluffs, ON

Ontario

Georgian Bluffs is a small city in Ontario with a population of 11,100. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,100 Population 48/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $54,350 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,090 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 8.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,090/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,090
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,100
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$54,350
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty7.2%
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,090
Ownership93.0%
Housing Units4,495
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+31.4%
Graduate+4.4%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Georgian Bluffs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgian Bluffs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Georgian Bluffs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Georgian Bluffs is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Georgian Bluffs is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x 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

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Georgian Bluffs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow.

Georgian Bluffs has a population of 11,100 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 231.7 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents.

Population

11,100
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
231.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgian Bluffs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
20% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

Social Characteristics

Georgian Bluffs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgian Bluffs is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,350 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,045, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 344 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Georgian Bluffs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)344

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Georgian Bluffs is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,090 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 93.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,495 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,090
6% below US avg
Rent Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.0%
Owner-Occupied93.0%
Renter-Occupied7.0%
Housing Units4,495

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, Georgian Bluffs receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Georgian Bluffs 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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Georgian Bluffs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.7 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area231.7 sq mi (600.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates44.6887°N, 81.0087°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.37"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 91 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 35 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 20°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Georgian Bluffs has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 20°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (2.7").

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12.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+31.4%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area231.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Radio Stations near Georgian Bluffs

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFPS-FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (MP3 Stream) active rock MP3 128 kbps
CFPS -FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (AAC Stream) active rock, new format rebranding AAC 63 kbps
CJGB-FM "LITE 99.3" Meaford, ON soft adult contemporary AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Georgian Bluffs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Billy Bishop Home & Museum
Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Owen Sound Marine and Rail Museum

Libraries in Georgian Bluffs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Sauble Beach Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Tara Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Wiarton Branch0.0
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Georgian Bluffs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Keady Market

Gas Stations in Georgian Bluffs

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shallow Lake Service Center

Golf Courses in Georgian Bluffs

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cobble Beach Golf Resort

Ski Resorts Near Georgian Bluffs

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blue Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Craigleith Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpine Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Georgian Peaks Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Georgian Bluffs

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kincardine Municipal AirportYKDMedium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Grand Valley North Airfield-Small Airport
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Mount Forest Roths' Field-Small Airport
Nenagh Field-Small Airport
Owen Sound (Cook Field)-Small Airport
Port Elgin Airport-Small Airport
Robinson International Air Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport
Shelburne (Schaefer Field)-Small Airport
Shepherd's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Southampton Airport-Small Airport
Southwestern Ontario Gliding Association Airfield-Small Airport
Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport-Small Airport
Tobermory Airport-Small Airport
Varys Field-Small Airport
Walter's Falls (Piper Way) Aerodrome-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport
Wilkinson Field-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Georgian Bluffs

What is the population of Georgian Bluffs?

Georgian Bluffs has a population of 11,100 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 231.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.7% male.

Is Georgian Bluffs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Georgian Bluffs safe?

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

What is the weather like in Georgian Bluffs?

Georgian Bluffs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Georgian Bluffs?

The job market in Georgian Bluffs faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,045. There are 344 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Georgian Bluffs?

The median home value in Georgian Bluffs is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,090. The homeownership rate is 93.0%.

How are the schools in Georgian Bluffs?

12.9% of adults in Georgian Bluffs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Georgian Bluffs?

The average commute in Georgian Bluffs is 25 minutes. 90.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Georgian Bluffs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Georgian Bluffs is 97.3% White, 1.3% Asian. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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