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Melancthon, ON

Ontario

Melancthon is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,132. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,132 Population 26/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $51,040 per capita
$800,000 Home Value
$1,320 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$800,000 home value, $1,320/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $800,000
184% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,320
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,132
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$51,040
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty8.7%
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$800,000
Rent$1,320
Ownership85.0%
Housing Units1,035
Rent Burden23.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+33.5%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute35 min

Is Melancthon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melancthon receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Melancthon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melancthon is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Melancthon among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melancthon is $800,000, making it a premium housing market at 184% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,320 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Melancthon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow.

Melancthon has a population of 3,132 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 119.8 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.8% of residents.

Population

3,132
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
119.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Melancthon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.8%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 13.9%

Social Characteristics

Melancthon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melancthon is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,040 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $982, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 97 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 26.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Melancthon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,040
Avg Weekly Wage$982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)97

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Melancthon is $800,000, 184% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,320 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 85.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,035 total housing units in the city. 23.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$800,000
184% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,320
13% above US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.0%
Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied14.5%
Housing Units1,035

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, Melancthon receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Melancthon 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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Melancthon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 267 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 37.9 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,660 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)
Area119.8 sq mi (310.4 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates44.1076°N, 80.2643°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.9"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 111 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 99 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 113 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 118 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 149 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 104 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 121 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in

Melancthon has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+33.5%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area119.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.4%

Schools in Melancthon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dundalk & Proton Community School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Melancthon

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIRPORT LOUNGE RADIO aereoporto, airport MP3 128 kbps
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
CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON community radio, hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
Vinyl Voyage Radio - AAC 64 kbps
Radio Disney Country FM 89.1 pop, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
CKMO 101.5 "FM101" Orangeville, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON rhythmic contemporary hits AAC+ 47 kbps
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3
CIMA 92.1 "FM 92 South Simcoe" Alliston, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Melancthon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dufferin County Museum & Archives
Rail Museum & Tour

Libraries in Melancthon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Caledon Public Library - Alton Branch0.0
Grand Valley Public Library0.0
Orangeville Public Library - Alder Street0.0
Orangeville Public Library - Mill Street0.0
Shelburne Public Library0.0
Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library0.0

Gas Stations in Melancthon

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AMCO
Esso
Fast Stop
Shell Gas

Golf Courses in Melancthon

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dunadel Golf Association

Breweries in Melancthon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Creemore Springs Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Melancthon

15 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
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 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 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 - - -
Horseshoe Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The Heights Ski & Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Melancthon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional AirportYLKMedium Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-Small Airport
Beeton Field-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
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-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
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Gilford-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Grand Valley North Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Melancthon

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Corbetton Community Church
Kingdom Hall
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Melancthon

What is the population of Melancthon?

Melancthon has a population of 3,132 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 119.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.2% male.

Is Melancthon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $100,000, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $800,000 (184% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,320 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Melancthon safe?

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

What is the weather like in Melancthon?

Melancthon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Melancthon?

The unemployment rate in Melancthon is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $982. There are 97 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 26.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Melancthon?

The median home value in Melancthon is $800,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,320. The homeownership rate is 85.0%.

How are the schools in Melancthon?

6.3% of adults in Melancthon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Melancthon?

The average commute in Melancthon is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Melancthon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Melancthon is 96% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 85.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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