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Lindsay, ON
Ontario · Oshawa Metro
Lindsay is a small city in Ontario with a population of 20,354. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Lindsay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Lindsay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lindsay 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. Lindsay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lindsay 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 Lindsay 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
Lindsay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 57.5 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Lindsay vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lindsay vs U.S. Average
Income: Lindsay 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 631 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 8,142 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Lindsay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 1,609.7 sq mi (4,169.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3501°N, 78.7329°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in |
Lindsay has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 17°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,609.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Schools in Lindsay
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leslie Frost Public School | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. Weldon Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Dominic Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jack Callaghan Public School | - | - | - | - |
| King Albert Public School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lindsay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Peterborough, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIUX-FM "Hits 105.5" Uxbridge, ON | adult contemporary | AAC+ 49 kbps | |
| CJWV Oldies 96.7 FM | oldies | AAC+ 31 kbps |
Museums in Lindsay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boyd Heritage Museam | ||||
| Horseless Carriage Museum | ||||
| Maryboro Lodge Museum | ||||
| Olde Gaol Museum | ||||
| Scugog Shores Museum |
Libraries in Lindsay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawartha Lakes Library - Oakwood Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Bethany Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Bobcaygeon Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Dunsford Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Fenelon Falls Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Lindsay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Little Britain Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Omemee Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Scugog Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lindsay
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lindsay
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lindsay
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lindsay
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lindsay
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lindsay
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lindsay
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lindsay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lindsay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fenelon Falls Brewing Co. | ||||
| Old Dog Brewing Company |
Ski Resorts Near Lindsay
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Bales Park Ski and Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kawartha Nordic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lindsay
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport | YTZ | Medium Airport |
| Muskoka Airport | YQA | Medium Airport |
| Oshawa Executive Airport | YOO | Medium Airport |
| Peterborough Regional Airport | YPQ | Medium Airport |
| Baldwin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baldwin West Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Beaverton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beaverton North | - | Small Airport |
| Bethany / Whitetail Valley Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blackstock / Martyn | - | Small Airport |
| Bobcaygeon / Chesher Lakehurst Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge West 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 |
| Cooper Falls Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dave Carlaw Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Dillon Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dimkovski Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Douro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dunsford Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elizabethville Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmhirst's Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Foxden Farms | - | Small Airport |
| Greenbank-Uxbridge-Port Perry Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hampton | - | Small Airport |
| Hampton / Morawetz Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hoskin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lorneville Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtonville / Steeves Field | - | Small Airport |
| Omemee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orono / Hawkefield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Orono Field | - | Small Airport |
| Palestine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pine Point Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hope (Millson Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hope (Peter's Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| PR Ajax Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Field | - | Small Airport |
| Seagrave / North Port Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Severn Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stone Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stouffville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunderland field/Blackwater creek | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lindsay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lindsay
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church | |
| Liberty Baptist Church | |
| Lindsay Gospel Hall | |
| New Apostolic Church | |
| Riverside Chapel | |
| St. Mary's Catholic Church | |
| St. Paul’s Anglican Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Lindsay?
Lindsay has a population of 20,354 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,609.7 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 Lindsay 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 Lindsay safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lindsay receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Lindsay?
Lindsay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 57.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Lindsay?
The unemployment rate in Lindsay 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 631 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 Lindsay?
The median home value in Lindsay is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Lindsay?
32.9% of adults in Lindsay 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 Lindsay?
The average commute in Lindsay is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Lindsay?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Lindsay 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.