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Keswick, ON

Ontario · Barrie Metro

Keswick is a small city in Ontario with a population of 21,000. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
21,000 Population 80/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 234 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 Keswick Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population21,000
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density80/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 Units8,400
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min

Is Keswick a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keswick 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 Keswick 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

Keswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow.

Keswick has a population of 21,000 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 261.4 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

21,000
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
261.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Keswick 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

Keswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keswick 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 651 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Keswick 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)651

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 Keswick 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 8,400 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 Units8,400

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, Keswick receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Keswick 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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Keswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. The area receives 49.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 764 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area261.4 sq mi (677.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates44.2501°N, 79.4663°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 49.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 29, 2020.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 71 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 131 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 58 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 71 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 149 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 115 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 118 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 105 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 112 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 128 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 96 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 115 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 116 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 85 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 109 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 - 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 2.7 in

Keswick has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") 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 Density80/sq mi
Total Area261.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Keswick

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fairwood Public School - - - -
W. J. Watson Public School - - - -
Keswick High School - - - -
R. L. Graham Public School - - - -
Jersey Public School - - - -
Lake Simcoe Public School - - - -
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic College - - - -
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Prince of Peace Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Keswick Public School - - - -
Lakeside Public School - - - -
Deer Park Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Keswick

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
#100 BEST IBIZA DEEP HOUSE chill, chill house MP3
AIRPORT LOUNGE RADIO aereoporto, airport MP3 128 kbps
100% ACID JAZZ acid, acid jazz MP3 128 kbps
A MISSISSIPPI BLUES blues, bluesrock MP3 320 kbps
Power Pop Rock Radio classic rock, pop MP3 320 kbps
CJRK-FM 102.7 "East FM" Toronto, ON multicultural, multilingual MP3 128 kbps
CHKT 1430 "Fairchild Radio" Toronto, ON multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
CBC Radio One - Barrie, ON features, news MP3 128 kbps
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (AAC Stream) modern rock AAC 64 kbps
A9RADIO arts, culture MP3 128 kbps
CFJB-FM 95.7 "Rock 95" Barrie, ON - AAC+ 96 kbps
CKMB 107.5 "KOOL FM" Barrie, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
93.7 K Country - AAC+ 49 kbps
CIWS-FM 102.9 "Whistle FM" Stoufville, ON community radio AAC 64 kbps
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (MP3 Stream) modern rock MP3 128 kbps
CJLF "LIFE 100.3" Barrie, ON christian, christian praise&worship OGG
CKOU "K Country 93.7" Georgina, ON - AAC+ 49 kbps
CIMA 92.1 "FM 92 South Simcoe" Alliston, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CIUX-FM "Hits 105.5" Uxbridge, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 49 kbps
CIWS-FM 102.9 "Whistle FM" Stoufville, ON (alternative stream) community radio AAC 64 kbps
Absoluut FM community radio, dutch MP3 128 kbps
MCBN Radio music, pop music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Happysound - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Keswick

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eildon Hall
Georgina Military Museum
Sharon Temple
The Grey & Simcoe Foresters Regimental Museum
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum and Community Centre

Libraries in Keswick

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barrie Public Library - Downtown Branch0.0
Barrie Public Library - Painswick Branch0.0
Barrie Public Library - Painswick Branch0.0
Bradford Library0.0
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library0.0
Discovery Branch Library0.0
East Gwillimbury Public Library - Holland Landing Branch0.0
East Gwillimbury Public Library - Mount Albert Branch0.0
Georgina Public Library - Keswick Branch0.0
Georgina Public Library - Peter Gzowski Branch0.0
Innisfil Public Library - Cookstown Branch0.0
Innisfil Public Library - Lakeshore Branch0.0
Innisfil Public Library - Stroud Branch0.0
Innisfil Seed Library0.0
King Township Public Library - Ansnorveldt Branch0.0
Newmarket Public Library0.0
Uxbridge Public Library - Zephyr Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Keswick

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
400 Market
Barrie Farmer's Market

Hotels in Keswick

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Inn on the Lake

Cafes in Keswick

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Country Style
Oh!Nest Cafe
Second Cup
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Keswick

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts

Clinics in Keswick

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Keswick Advanced Imaging
Medical Clinic

Dentists in Keswick

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #3927749265
Dental Centre
Keswick Dental Centre
Keswick Kid's Dental

Bus Stations in Keswick

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Woodbine Ave. @ Hwy. 404 Park & Ride

Gas Stations in Keswick

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Esso
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Shell

Banks in Keswick

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
TD
TD

Gyms in Keswick

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #3761866059

Golf Courses in Keswick

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Orchard Beach Golf Club

Breweries in Keswick

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Keswick

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Earl Bales Park Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ROC 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Horseshoe Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The Heights Ski & Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Keswick

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional AirportYLKMedium Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Oshawa Executive AirportYOOMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton North-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Blackstock / Martyn-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield-Small Airport
Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield-Small Airport
Brougham High Perspective Hang Glider Port-Small Airport
Cameron/Arbour Airfield-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Cooper Falls Airstrip-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dillon Field-Small Airport
Dimkovski Airpark-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Foxden Farms-Small Airport
Gilford-Small Airport
Greenbank-Uxbridge-Port Perry Airfield-Small Airport
Grenfel Field-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Hampton / Morawetz Field-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holland Landing Airpark-Small Airport
Hoskin Airport-Small Airport
Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport
Lorneville Airstrip-Small Airport
Mansfield Airport-Small Airport
Orangeville / Brundle Field-Small Airport
Orangeville / Castlewood Field-Small Airport
Orangeville / Laurel Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Keswick

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Keswick South Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Keswick

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Keswick Christian church
Keswick Presbyterian Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Maplehill Baptist Church
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church
Ravenshoe United Church

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

What is the population of Keswick?

Keswick has a population of 21,000 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 261.4 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 Keswick 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 Keswick safe?

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

What is the weather like in Keswick?

Keswick has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 49.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Keswick?

The unemployment rate in Keswick 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 651 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 Keswick?

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

How are the schools in Keswick?

32.9% of adults in Keswick 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 Keswick?

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

What are the demographics of Keswick?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Keswick 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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