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Markdale, ON
Ontario
Markdale is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,216. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Markdale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Markdale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Markdale 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. Markdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Markdale 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 Markdale 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
Markdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Markdale vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Markdale vs U.S. Average
Income: Markdale 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) | 38 |
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 | 486 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Markdale 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 | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,391 ft (424 m) |
| Area | 339.4 sq mi (879.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3168°N, 80.6497°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.3 in |
Markdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 17°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 339.4 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 Markdale
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beavercrest Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Grey Highlands Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Macphail Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Markdale
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) | country | AAC 64 kbps | |
| CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) | country | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJGB-FM "LITE 99.3" Meaford, ON | soft adult contemporary | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON | community radio | MP3 |
Museums in Markdale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Park Black History Museum | ||||
| South Grey Museum |
Libraries in Markdale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey Highlands Public Library - Flesherton | 0.0 | |||||
| Grey Highlands Public Library - Kimberley | 0.0 | |||||
| Grey Highlands Public Library - Markdale | 0.0 | |||||
| L.E. Shore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Grey Public Library - Durham | 0.0 |
Cafes in Markdale
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Markdale
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Markdale
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Markdale
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Markdale
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Markdale
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Markdale
10 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 | - | - | - |
| Devil's Glen Country Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beaver Valley Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Highlands Nordic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osler Bluff Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blue Mountain Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Craigleith Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpine Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Georgian Peaks Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Markdale
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huronia Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport | YOS | Medium Airport |
| Wiarton Airport | YVV | 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 |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Briggs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cardwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Collingwood Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Creemore Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Damascus Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| East Linton (Kerr Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Edenvale 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 |
| Farrow's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fergus (Royland Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Flesherton (Smithorrs Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendale Airport | - | 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 |
| Griffith Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hay Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heid Field | - | Small Airport |
| Holyoake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Juergensen Field | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mansfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Forest Roths' Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nenagh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orangeville / Brundle Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Markdale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Markdale
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cedarside Baptist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Markdale Baptist Church | |
| Markdale Church of the Nazarene | |
| St. John Roman Catholic Church, Glenelg | |
| St. Joseph Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Markdale
What is the population of Markdale?
Markdale has a population of 1,216 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 339.4 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 Markdale 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 Markdale safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Markdale receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Markdale?
Markdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 20.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Markdale?
The unemployment rate in Markdale 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 38 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 Markdale?
The median home value in Markdale is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Markdale?
32.9% of adults in Markdale 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 Markdale?
The average commute in Markdale is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Markdale?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Markdale 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.