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Linwood, ON
Ontario · Guelph Metro
Linwood is a small town in Ontario with a population of 759. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Linwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Linwood 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. Linwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Linwood 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 Linwood 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
Linwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 49.5 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Linwood vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Linwood vs U.S. Average
Income: Linwood 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) | 24 |
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 | 304 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Linwood 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 | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 274.6 sq mi (711.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5817°N, 80.7282°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1823 | LAKE ERIE | Unknown | 2.7 m | - | 145 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in |
Linwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 19°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") 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 | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 274.6 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 Linwood
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Linwood
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 570 News Kitchener | local news | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Blown | 60's, 70's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Crucial Velocity Radio | classic metal, hard rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CFRU 93.3 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Laurier | alternative, college radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON | community radio | MP3 | |
| CHYM 96.7 | pop | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON | community radio, hot adult contemporary | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI | community alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON | country | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| 98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio | community, local radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON | community radio, multingual | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON | news talk | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON | alternative rock, campus radio | AAC+ 55 kbps | |
| CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 57 kbps |
Museums in Linwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brubacher House | ||||
| Brubacher House | ||||
| Castle Kilbride | ||||
| City of Waterloo Museum | ||||
| City of Waterloo Museum | ||||
| Earth Sciences Museum | ||||
| Earth Sciences Museum | ||||
| Gallery Stratford | ||||
| Joseph Schneider Haus | ||||
| Joseph Schneider Haus | ||||
| Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery | ||||
| Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery | ||||
| St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway | ||||
| The Gallery | ||||
| The Gallery | ||||
| TheMuseum | ||||
| TheMuseum | ||||
| Waterloo Central Railway Resoration Shop | ||||
| Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades Museum |
Libraries in Linwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Porter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Davis Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Davis Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kitchener Public Library - Forest Heights | 0.0 | |||||
| Kitchener Public Library - Main | 0.0 | |||||
| Laurier Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lusi Wong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lusi Wong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Perth Public Library - Listowel Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Perth East Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - Baden Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - Elmira Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - Linwood Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - New Hamburg Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - St. Clements Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region of Waterloo Library - St. Jacobs Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Region Of Waterloo Library - Wellesley Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Southwest Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Jerome's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Jerome's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - Eastside Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - Main | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington County Library - Arthur Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington County Library - Drayton Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Linwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Market | |||||
| Martin's Maple Syrup | |||||
| Rolling Acres | |||||
| St. Jacobs Farmers' Market |
Gas Stations in Linwood
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Linwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Three Brewing Company | ||||
| Peel Street Beverage Company | ||||
| Red Circle Brewing | ||||
| Red Circle Brewing | ||||
| Schooner Street Brewery | ||||
| Schooner Street Brewery | ||||
| Short Finger Brewing Company | ||||
| Short Finger Brewing Company | ||||
| TWB Co-operative Brewing | ||||
| TWB Co-operative Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Linwood
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Linwood
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hockley Valley Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mansfield Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Linwood
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brantford Municipal Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| Region of Waterloo International Airport | YKF | Medium Airport |
| Arthur (Metz Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur (Peskett Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atwood / Coghlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bellamy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Baird Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Ellen Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Briggs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge / Reid's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| Cardwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeskie Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | - | Small Airport |
| Conestogo / Largo Woods Field | - | Small Airport |
| Conn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field | - | Small Airport |
| Damascus Field | - | Small Airport |
| Delhi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira (East) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Erin Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ethel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fergus (Royland Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Flesherton (Smithorrs Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamble Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley (Black Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley / Luther Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley/Martin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Guelph Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Harydale Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Heid Field | - | Small Airport |
| Holyoake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Innerkip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juergensen Field | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Linwood
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Linwood Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Linwood
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CBI Health Group |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Linwood
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Joseph Catholic Church | |
| Saint Mary Queen of Heaven Roman Catholic Church | |
| St. Peter Lutheran Church | |
| Wallenstein Bible Chapel |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Linwood
What is the population of Linwood?
Linwood has a population of 759 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 274.6 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 Linwood 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 Linwood safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Linwood receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Linwood?
Linwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 49.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Linwood?
The unemployment rate in Linwood 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 24 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 Linwood?
The median home value in Linwood is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Linwood?
32.9% of adults in Linwood 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 Linwood?
The average commute in Linwood is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Linwood?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Linwood 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.