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Kingston, ON

Ontario · Kingston Metro

Kingston is a large city in Ontario with a population of 132,485. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
132,485 Population 760/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $51,000 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 266 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
$79,000 median income, 13.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population132,485
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density760/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$51,000
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty11.3%
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,250
Ownership55.9%
Housing Units57,835
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

C+
Property58/100K
Burglary8/100K

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+11.7%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston 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. Kingston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 58 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 50.7 inches of snow.

Kingston has a population of 132,485 with a density of 760 people per square mile, spread across 174.4 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 2% Black, 8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.1% of residents.

Population

132,485
Total Population
2021 Census
760
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
174.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 13.8%

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 $51,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $981, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 201 business establishments, including 108 restaurants. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 34.5% 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$51,000
Avg Weekly Wage$981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)201

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare27
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit6.2%
Work from Home34.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 55.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 57,835 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.9%
Owner-Occupied55.9%
Renter-Occupied44.2%
Housing Units57,835

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 58 per 100,000, 97% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 41, burglary at 8, vehicle theft at 8 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 Property57.5/100K
97% below US avg
Burglary8.0/100K
Theft41.1/100K
Vehicle Theft8.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°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 45.2 inches. The area receives 50.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area174.4 sq mi (451.6 km²)
Population Density760/sq mi
Coordinates44.2298°N, 76.4810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 50.7"
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 22°F (-6°C) 3.2 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.6 in Coldest
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 71°F (22°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 19°F in February to 71°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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17.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. 27 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.2% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
48% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density760/sq mi
Total Area174.4 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants108
Retail Stores10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit6.2%
Work from Home34.5%

Colleges & Universities in Kingston

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Canadian Army Command and Staff College - - - - -
Queen's University - - - - -
Queen's University - Heating Plant - - - - -
Queen's University - Main Campus - - - - -
Queen's University - West Campus - - - - -
Queen’s University - - - - -
Royal Military College of Canada - - - - -
St. Lawrence College - - - - -

Schools in Kingston

50+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holy Name Catholic School - - - -
Katarokwi Learning Centre - - - -
Rideau Heights Public School - - - -
École élémentaire catholique Mgr-Rémi-Gaulin - - - -
St. Martha Catholic School - - - -
Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School - - - -
Sydenham Public School - - - -
Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute - - - -
Lord Strathcona Public School - - - -
Truedell Public School - - - -
Glenburnie Public School - - - -
Central Public School - - - -
Archbishop O'Sulivan Catholic School - - - -
École secondaire publique Mille-Iles - - - -
Elginburg and District Public School - - - -
former École Marie-Rivier - - - -
École Maple Elementary School - - - -
École élémentaire publique Madeleine-de-Roybon - - - -
Molly Brant Elementary School - - - -
Quintilian School - - - -
Cathedrale Catholic School - - - -
Collins Bay Public School - - - -
Bayridge Public School - - - -
St. Genevieve Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Correctional Learning & Development Centre - - - -
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School - - - -
John XXIII Catholic School - - - -
Rideau Public School - - - -
Welborne Avenue Public School - - - -
James R. Henderson Public School - - - -
Limestone School of Community Education - - - -
St. Thomas More Catholic School - - - -
Kingston Secondary School - - - -
R. Gordon Sinclair Public School - - - -
Loyalist Collegiate and Vocational Institute / Calvin Park Public School - - - -
Centennial Public School - - - -
Frontenac Secondary School - - - -
John Graves Simcoe Public School - - - -
Winston Churchill Public School - - - -
Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School - - - -
St. Paul Catholic School - - - -
Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - - - -
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School - - - -
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School - - - -
La Salle Intermediate and Secondary School - - - -
Bayridge Secondary School - - - -
W.J. Holsgrove Public School - - - -
Mother Teresa Catholic School - - - -
Lancaster Drive Public School - - - -
Polson Park Public School - - - -
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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

Hotels in Kingston

26 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ambassador Resort Hotel
Best Western
Candlewood Suites
Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn & Suites
Confederation Place Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott
Days Inn
Delta
Frontenac Club Inn
Hampton Inn by Hilton Kingston
Hochelaga Inn
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Howard Johnson
Kingston Marriott
Maple Crest Inn
Plaza Hotel
Prince George Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites
Ramada
Residence Inn
Strata Hotel
The Queen's Inn
Travelodge

Cafes in Kingston

55 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amadeus Cafe
Balzac's
Café Church
Cafe le Matin
Chatime
Coffee & Company
Columbus Cafe and Co
Common Ground Coffeehouse
Country Style
CRAVE Coffee House & Bakery
Gong Cha
Goodes Cafe
Gotcha
Kingston Coffee House
Kingston Coffee House
Musiikki
Nora's Coffee
North Roast Coffee Roaster
Northside
Sens Cafe
Sipps
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
The Brew
The Elm Cafe
The Library Cafe
The Tea Room
The Yellow Deli
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Kingston

3 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineplex Odeon Gardiners Road Cinemas
Landmark Cinemas
The Screening Room

Theatres in Kingston

7 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Absolute Comedy
Domino Theatre
Domino Theatre
Grand Theatre
Isabel Bader Centre for Performing Arts
Knowlton Theatre
Wellington Street Theatre

Monuments in Kingston

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deck Gun
Hillcroft Plaque
Summerhill Plaque

Castles in Kingston

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fort Henry

Clinics in Kingston

17 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Better Balance Massage Therapy
CDK Family Medicine
Centre for Applied Urological Research
GIDRU
Health in Focus
Hotel Dieu Hospital Urgent Care Centre
KFL&A Health Unit
Kingston Heart Clinic
KMI X-Ray and Ultrasound
LASIK MD
LifeLabs
Medical Tree Walk-In Clinic
Merry Family Foot Clinic
Passport Health Kingston Travel Clinic
spinalrehabcentre
The Cooper Clinic
Trellis HIV & Community Care

Dentists in Kingston

31 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Altima Dental
Auden Park Family Dentistry
Bayview dental centre
CA #11473869827
Cataraqui Dental Centre
Cataraqui Family Dental
Centennial Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Clergy Dental Clinic
Creekside Dental
Dawson Dental
Dental Care Kingston
Dentistry @ Kingston
Dentistry @ Riverview
Dr. David Craig Dental Office
Dr. Don Anderson, Dr. Scott Anderson, Dr. Terry Devitt
Dr. Shawn Suenaga Family Dentistry
Dr. Timothy R. Agapas, Orthodontist
East End Dental
Harbour Dental
Hedgewood House Dental
Ivory Smiles Dental
King’s Town Dental
Kingston Denture Clinic
Kingston West Dental Centre
KMA Dental
LightHouse Dental Kingston
Limestone City Dental
Meadowbrook Dental Centre
Park Family Dentistry
Rideau Town Dental Care
Smith Family Orthodontics

Veterinaries in Kingston

10 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bayridge Animal Hospital
Beardall Animal Hospital
Cataraqui Pet Hospital
Downtown Animal Hospital
East Side Vetrinary Servies
Kingston Regional Pet Hospital
Kingston Veterinary Clinic
Limestone City Animal Hospital
McEwen Animal Hospital
Princess Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Kingston

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kingston

Bus Stations in Kingston

6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cataraqui Centre Transfer Point
Downtown Transfer Point
Gardiners Centre Terminal
Kingston Bus Terminal
Kingston Centre Transfer Point
St. Lawrence College Transfer Point

Gas Stations in Kingston

36 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire Gas+
Centex
Centex
Circle K
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso Commercial Cardlock
Free Flow Petroleum
MacEwen
Petro Pass
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Pioneer
Pioneer
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell
Stinson
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Kingston

25 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
BMO
BMO
CIBC
CIBC
CIBC
Comtech Fire Credit Union
Kawartha Credit Union
Kawartha Credit Union
Kawartha CU
Kingston Community Credit Union
Kingston Community Credit Union
Kingston Community Credit Union
National Bank
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
TD
TD
TD
TD
TD

Shopping Malls in Kingston

5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atrium Mall
Cataraqui Centre
Frontenac Mall
Frontenac Mall
LaSalle Mews

Gyms in Kingston

15 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aqua Life Swim Academy
Artillary park
Crunch Fitness
Curves
Energentics
Fit4Less
GoodLife Fitness
Hatha Yoga
Morro Yoga
Orangetheory Fitness
Planet Fitness
Queen Street Fitness
Queen's Athletics Recreation Centre
Spinco
Studio 330

Golf Courses in Kingston

6 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belle Park Fairways
Cataraqui Golf & Country Club
Garrison Golf Course
Inverary Golf and Country Club
Kingston Expert Tees
The Landings Golf Course

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

Post Offices in Kingston

15 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bagot Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
Kingston Canada Post
Mail Room
Post Office - Shoppers
Princess Canada Post
Taylor Kidd Canada Post
The UPS Store

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingston

76 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bath Road Baptist Church
Bay Park Baptist Church
Bayridge Alliance Church
Beautiful Gate Kingston
Beth Israel Congregation
Bethel Church
Bible Baptist Church
Calvary Bible Church
Calvary United Church
Calvin Park Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception
Chalmers United Church
Christ Church Cataraqui
Christ Church Cataraqui Parish Centre
Church of Christ
Church of Christ
Church Of God Of Prophecy
Church of the Good Thief (Closed)
Church of the Redeemer
Cooke's-Portsmouth United Church
Dominion of The Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church
Evangel Pentecostal Church
Faith Alive International Ministries
First Baptist Church
First Christian Reformed Church
Holy Family Catholic Chapel
Holy Family Catholic Church
Holy Name of Jesus Church
Islamic Centre of Kingston
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingscourt Free Methodist Church (FMC)
Kingston Alliance Church
Kingston Chinese Alliance Church
Kingston Gospel Temple
Kingston Standard Church
Kingston Unitarian Fellowship
Kuluta Buddhist Center
Meadowbrook Bible Chapel
New Apostolic Church
New Life Church
Next Church
Next Church
Our Lady Of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church
Pilgrim Holiness Church
Polson Park Free Methodist Church
Princess Street United Church
Rustle Church
Salvation Army Freedom Ministries
Salvation Army Kingston Citadel
St Gregory of Nyssa Orthodox Church
St Luke's Anglican Church
St. Andrew's By the Lake United Church
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
St. François d'Assise
St. George's Cathedral
St. Gregory of Nyssa Orthodox Church
St. James' Anglican Church
St. John the Apostle Church
St. John's Anglican Church
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
St. Margaret's United Church
St. Mark's Anglican Church
St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church
St. Matthew's United Church
St. Mena Coptic Othodox Church
St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church
St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
St. Paul's Anglican Church
St. Thomas' Church
Sydenham Street United Church
The Kingston House of Prayer
The Salvation Army Chapel Rideau Heights
Third Day Worship Centre
Trinity Chapel
Westside Fellowship

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kingston

What is the population of Kingston?

Kingston has a population of 132,485 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 760 people per square mile, spread across 174.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% 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 $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Kingston safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 58 per 100,000 (below 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 four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 50.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kingston?

The job market in Kingston faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $981. There are 201 business establishments in the area, including 108 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 34.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kingston?

The median home value in Kingston is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,250. The homeownership rate is 55.9%.

How are the schools in Kingston?

17.7% of adults in Kingston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kingston?

The average commute in Kingston is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.5% of workers drive alone to work, 6.2% use public transit, and 34.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kingston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kingston is 86.6% White, 2% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino, 8% Asian. 83.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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