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Napanee, ON

Ontario · Belleville-Quinte West Metro

Napanee is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,439. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
7,439 Population 27/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 243 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,439
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,976
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Napanee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Napanee 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. Napanee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Napanee 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 Napanee 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

Napanee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 45.7 inches of snow.

Napanee has a population of 7,439 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 278.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

7,439
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
278.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Napanee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Napanee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napanee is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 231 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Napanee 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Napanee is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,976 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,976

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, Napanee receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Napanee 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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Napanee experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The area receives 45.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area278.5 sq mi (721.3 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates44.2501°N, 76.9494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 45.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 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 91 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 86 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 77 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 144 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 121 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 44 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 116 km
Mar 20, 2008 12 km S of Osgoode, Canada M2.8 137 km
Mar 14, 2021 19 km SW of Winchester, Canada M2.7 137 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 38 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 146 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 86 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 103 km
May 10, 2022 southern Ontario, Canada M2.5 133 km
Mar 17, 2004 12 km SSW of Osgoode, Canada M2.5 135 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in

Napanee has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 19°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area278.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Radio Stations near Napanee

7 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
CJOJ-FM 95.5 "Hits FM" Belleville, ON 80's, 90's AAC+ 98 kbps
CHCQ-FM 100.1 "Cool 100" Belleville, ON new country AAC+ 98 kbps
CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON active rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Napanee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Babcock Mill
Babcock Mill Subsidary Building
Bath Museum
Canadian Museum of Fraternal Lodges
Macaulay Heritage Park Museum
Macpherson House
Naval Marine Archive The Canadian Collection
UEL Heritage Centre & Park

Libraries in Napanee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Deseronto Public Library0.0
Kanhiote Public Library0.0
Lennox & Addington Library - Bath Branch0.0
Lennox & Addington Library - Napanee Branch0.0
Lennox & Addington Library - Tamworth Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Picton Branch0.0

Breweries in Napanee

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Glenora Craft Brewery
Parsons Brewing Company
The Napanee Beer Company

Airports Near Napanee

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Baker Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Belleville AerodromeSmall Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake AirportSmall Airport
Camden East AirstripSmall Airport
Fawcettville AirfieldSmall Airport
Galloo Island AirportSmall Airport
Gananoque AirportSmall Airport
Greenbush AirportSmall Airport
John Gonzales FieldSmall Airport
Kingston / Riverland AirfieldSmall Airport
Napanee AirstripSmall Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial AirstripSmall Airport
Nicholson Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Ompah AirportSmall Airport
Rednersville / AerySmall Airport
Selby - Howard's AirstripSmall Airport
Stirling AirportSmall Airport
Stirling Private AerodromeSmall Airport
Stony Island AirportSmall Airport
Tomvale AirportSmall Airport
Trenton/Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk AirportSmall Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Napanee

What is the population of Napanee?

Napanee has a population of 7,439 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 278.5 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 Napanee 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 Napanee safe?

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

What is the weather like in Napanee?

Napanee has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches, with 45.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Napanee?

The unemployment rate in Napanee 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 231 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 Napanee?

The median home value in Napanee is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Napanee?

32.9% of adults in Napanee 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 Napanee?

The average commute in Napanee is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Napanee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Napanee 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.

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