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Kingston, NB

New Brunswick · Kingston Metro

Kingston is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 3,202. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,202 Population 41/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $45,440 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 8.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,202
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$45,440
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty11.1%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$800
Ownership93.7%
Housing Units1,355
Rent Burden8.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+32.0%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute38 min

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Kingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kingston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow.

Kingston has a population of 3,202 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents.

Population

3,202
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
77.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg
Other Languages 1.6%

Social Characteristics

Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,440 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $874, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 99 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 20.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,440
Avg Weekly Wage$874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)99

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 93.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,355 total housing units in the city. 8.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden8.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.7%
Owner-Occupied93.7%
Renter-Occupied6.3%
Housing Units1,355

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, Kingston receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kingston 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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Kingston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The area receives 11.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area77.4 sq mi (200.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates44.2298°N, 76.4810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 11.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 M3.6 124 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 55 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 58 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 112 km
May 8, 2009 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada M3.1 146 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 78 km
Oct 13, 1997 18 km NW of Cranberry Lake, New York M3.0 121 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 149 km
Sep 4, 2004 3 km S of Massena, New York M2.9 146 km
Jul 14, 2021 8 km WNW of Massena, New York M2.8 143 km
Mar 20, 2008 12 km S of Osgoode, Canada M2.8 113 km
Mar 14, 2021 19 km SW of Winchester, Canada M2.7 111 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SSW of Massena, New York M2.7 145 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 5 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 55 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 108 km
Jun 5, 2006 7 km ESE of Constance Bay, Canada M2.5 142 km
May 10, 2022 southern Ontario, Canada M2.5 124 km
Oct 6, 2017 9 km SSE of Nepean, Canada M2.5 131 km
Mar 17, 2004 12 km SSW of Osgoode, Canada M2.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.6 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.4 in

Kingston has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 18°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (2.6").

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13.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+32.0%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area77.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.7%

Radio Stations near Kingston

5 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
CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON active rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Kingston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ann Baillie Building
Babcock Mill
Babcock Mill Subsidary Building
Bellevue House
Bellevue House Visitors Centre
Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Frederick Tower
Kingston Mills
Kingston Penitentiary
Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston
Military Communications and Electronics Museum
Miller Museum of Geology
Murney Tower
PumpHouse Museum
South Frontenac Museum
The Old House Museum

Libraries in Kingston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CAPE VINCENT COMMUNITY LIBRARY157 NORTH REAL STREET0.024,202
Bracken Health Sciences Library0.0
Douglas Library0.0
Education Library0.0
Kingston Area Seed System Initiative0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Calvin Park Branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Central Branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Howe Island0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Isabel Turner Branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Pittsburgh Branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Rideau Heights branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Wolfe Island Branch0.0
Lederman Law Library0.0
Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Seeley's Bay Branch0.0
Lennox & Addington Library - Amherstview Branch0.0
Stauffer Library0.0
W.D. Jordan Rare Books & Special Collections0.0

Farmers Markets in Kingston

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cape Vincent Farmers & Crafters MarketVillage Green, Broadway (Rt. 12)
Springer Market Square

Breweries in Kingston

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kingston Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Kingston

TeamLeagueDivision

Cell Towers in Kingston

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
INT OF QUARY & STATE RDTOWER57
3751 BRANCHE ROAD (77440)LTOWER56

Airports Near Kingston

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
Watertown International AirportARTMedium Airport
Baker Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake Airport-Small Airport
Camden East Airstrip-Small Airport
Fawcettville Airfield-Small Airport
Galloo Island Airport-Small Airport
Gananoque Airport-Small Airport
Greenbush Airport-Small Airport
John Gonzales Field-Small Airport
Kingston / Riverland Airfield-Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Merrickville Private Strip-Small Airport
Napanee Airstrip-Small Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip-Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field-Small Airport
Richland Airpark-Small Airport
Ritchie Airfield-Small Airport
Salubrious Point Airport-Small Airport
Selby - Howard's Airstrip-Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Stony Island Airport-Small Airport
Tomvale Airport-Small Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport-Small Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kingston

What is the population of Kingston?

Kingston has a population of 3,202 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Kingston expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kingston safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kingston?

Kingston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 11.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kingston?

The job market in Kingston faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $874. There are 99 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 20.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kingston?

The median home value in Kingston is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 93.7%.

How are the schools in Kingston?

13.4% of adults in Kingston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kingston?

The average commute in Kingston is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kingston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kingston is 99.1% White. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Kingston, ON 132,485 pop · 0.0 mi Frontenac Islands, ON 1,930 pop · 5.3 mi Bath, ON 1,180 pop · 15.3 mi Gananoque, ON 5,383 pop · 17.1 mi Clayton, NY 1,669 pop · 19.7 mi South Frontenac, ON 20,188 pop · 21.5 mi Skatepark, ON 1,500 pop · 23.0 mi Greater Napanee, ON 16,879 pop · 23.2 mi Napanee, ON 7,439 pop · 23.2 mi Napanee Downtown, ON 1,500 pop · 23.3 mi Leeds and the Thousand Islands, ON 9,804 pop · 25.8 mi Sackets Harbor, NY 1,348 pop · 27.2 mi Stone Mills, ON 7,826 pop · 27.6 mi Deseronto, ON 1,747 pop · 28.2 mi
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