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Greater Napanee, ON

Ontario · Belleville-Quinte West Metro

Greater Napanee is a small city in Ontario with a population of 16,879. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,879 Population 95/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $45,600 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$1,020 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 243 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 9.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,020/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,020
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16,879
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$45,600
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty11.3%
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,020
Ownership71.8%
Housing Units6,870
Rent Burden19.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+32.6%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Greater Napanee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greater Napanee receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Greater Napanee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greater Napanee is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greater Napanee is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x 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

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Greater Napanee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 45.7 inches of snow.

Greater Napanee has a population of 16,879 with a density of 95 people per square mile, spread across 178.5 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.8% of residents.

Population

16,879
Total Population
2021 Census
95
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
178.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Greater Napanee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 3.5%

Social Characteristics

Greater Napanee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greater Napanee is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 523 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 19.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Greater Napanee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,600
Avg Weekly Wage$877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)523

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Greater Napanee is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 71.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,870 total housing units in the city. 19.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,020
12% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.8%
Owner-Occupied71.8%
Renter-Occupied28.1%
Housing Units6,870

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, Greater Napanee receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Greater Napanee 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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Greater Napanee experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The area receives 45.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area178.5 sq mi (462.3 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates44.2501°N, 76.9494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 45.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.90"
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 91 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 86 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 77 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 144 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 121 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 44 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 116 km
Mar 20, 2008 12 km S of Osgoode, Canada M2.8 137 km
Mar 14, 2021 19 km SW of Winchester, Canada M2.7 137 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 38 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 146 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 86 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 103 km
May 10, 2022 southern Ontario, Canada M2.5 133 km
Mar 17, 2004 12 km SSW of Osgoode, Canada M2.5 135 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.7 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

Greater Napanee has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 19°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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8.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+32.6%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area178.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home19.4%

Schools in Greater Napanee

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Selby Public School
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Radio Stations near Greater Napanee

7 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
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
CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON active rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Greater Napanee

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

Libraries in Greater Napanee

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

Hotels in Greater Napanee

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn
Hampton Inn

Cafes in Greater Napanee

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Greater Napanee

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lennox Community Theatre

Dentists in Greater Napanee

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Got Smile
Smile Shapers

Veterinaries in Greater Napanee

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lennox-Addington Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Greater Napanee

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Napanee

Gas Stations in Greater Napanee

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Esso
Flying J
Petro-Canada
Shell
Shell
W.O. Stinson & Son

Banks in Greater Napanee

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Kawartha Credit Union
Scotiabank

Shopping Malls in Greater Napanee

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Napanee Centre Plaza

Gyms in Greater Napanee

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness

Breweries in Greater Napanee

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Glenora Craft Brewery
Parsons Brewing Company
The Napanee Beer Company

Airports Near Greater Napanee

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Baker Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Belleville AerodromeSmall Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake AirportSmall Airport
Camden East AirstripSmall Airport
Fawcettville AirfieldSmall Airport
Galloo Island AirportSmall Airport
Gananoque AirportSmall Airport
Greenbush AirportSmall Airport
John Gonzales FieldSmall Airport
Kingston / Riverland AirfieldSmall Airport
Napanee AirstripSmall Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial AirstripSmall Airport
Nicholson Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Ompah AirportSmall Airport
Rednersville / AerySmall Airport
Selby - Howard's AirstripSmall Airport
Stirling AirportSmall Airport
Stirling Private AerodromeSmall Airport
Stony Island AirportSmall Airport
Tomvale AirportSmall Airport
Trenton/Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk AirportSmall Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Greater Napanee

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grace Faith Ministries Napanee
Selby United Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Greater Napanee

What is the population of Greater Napanee?

Greater Napanee has a population of 16,879 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 178.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Greater Napanee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Greater Napanee safe?

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

What is the weather like in Greater Napanee?

Greater Napanee has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches, with 45.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Greater Napanee?

The job market in Greater Napanee faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 523 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 19.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Greater Napanee?

The median home value in Greater Napanee is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,020. The homeownership rate is 71.8%.

How are the schools in Greater Napanee?

8.9% of adults in Greater Napanee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Greater Napanee?

The average commute in Greater Napanee is 26 minutes. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Greater Napanee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Greater Napanee is 97.3% White, 1.4% Asian. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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