New Dundee, ON

Ontario · Guelph Metro

New Dundee is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,174. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

1,174 Population 17/sq mi density

$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita

$461,770 Home Value

$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr

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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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 New Dundee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,174

Median Age41.8 yrs

Density17/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 Units470

Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+

Property3,500/100K

Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

Rain37.1 in/yr

Sunny Days238/yr

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.9%

High School+87.4%

Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is New Dundee a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Dundee 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 New Dundee 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

New Dundee 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.

New Dundee has a population of 1,174 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 67.4 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

1,174

Total Population

People / sq mi

41.8yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

67.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Dundee 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

New Dundee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Dundee 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 36 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New Dundee 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)	36

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

The median home value in New Dundee 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 470 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 Burden	27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	66.5%
Owner-Occupied	66.5%
Renter-Occupied	33.5%
Housing Units	470

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, New Dundee receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: New Dundee 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

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New Dundee experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 49.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

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	1,083 ft (330 m)
Area	67.4 sq mi (174.5 km²)
Population Density	17/sq mi
Coordinates	43.3510°N, 80.5366°W
Timezone	America/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.1"

2% below US avg

Snowfall 49.5"

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.86"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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	130 km
May 24, 2000	4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada	M3.1	126 km
May 8, 2018	14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada	M3.0	135 km
May 25, 1995	3 km NW of Amherst, New York	M3.0	144 km
Jun 16, 2004	11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York	M2.9	136 km
Mar 28, 2005	16 km NW of Virgil, Canada	M2.8	101 km
Sep 20, 2009	20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada	M2.6	89 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
1823	LAKE ERIE	Unknown	2.7 m	-	124 km

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

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.7 in
February	20°F (-7°C)	2.2 in	Coldest, Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	2.4 in
April	42°F (5°C)	3.1 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.4 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
July	69°F (20°C)	3.9 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.6 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.1 in
November	37°F (3°C)	3.7 in
December	26°F (-4°C)	2.9 in

New Dundee has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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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 Density	17/sq mi
Total Area	67.4 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 New Dundee

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
New Dundee Public School	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near New Dundee

22 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
New Country 93.3 (US)	country	MP3 64 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
98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio	community, local radio	MP3 320 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
New Country 96.3 FM (US)	-	AAC+ 48 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
CHYM 96.7	pop	AAC+ 47 kbps
CKRZ 100.3 "Voice of the Grand" Ohsweken, ON	community radio, indigenous	MP3 96 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock	canada, classic rock	AAC+ 32 kbps
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON	country, rogers media	UNKNOWN
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON	adult contemporary, rogers media	UNKNOWN

Museums in New Dundee

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Brubacher House
Brubacher House
Castle Kilbride
City of Waterloo Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village
Drumbo and District Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Fashion History Museum
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Joseph Schneider Haus
Joseph Schneider Haus
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Paris Museum & Historical Society
Princeton & District Museum
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway
The Gallery
The Gallery
TheMuseum
TheMuseum
Waterloo Central Railway Resoration Shop
Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades Museum
Woodstock Museum

Libraries in New Dundee

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Cambridge Public Library - Clemens Mill		0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Hespeler		0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Old Post Office		0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Preston		0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Queen's Square		0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Burford Branch		0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Glen Morris Branch		0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Paris Branch		0.0
Dana Porter Library		0.0
Davis Centre Library		0.0
Davis Centre Library		0.0
Guelph Public Library - West End Branch		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Forest Heights		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Main		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park		0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park		0.0
Laurier Library		0.0
Lusi Wong Library		0.0
Lusi Wong Library		0.0
Mini Library		0.0
Oxford County Library - Innerkip		0.0
Oxford County Library - Plattsville		0.0
Oxford County Library - Princeton		0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Ayr Branch		0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Baden Branch		0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Bloomingdale Branch		0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau Branch		0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau 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, Marden Branch		0.0
Woodstock Public Library		0.0

Farmers Markets in New Dundee

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Kitchener Market
Martin's Maple Syrup
Rolling Acres
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market
The Gem Marketplace

Theme Parks in New Dundee

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fear Farm

Breweries in New Dundee

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Block Three Brewing Company
Fixed Gear Brewing Co.
Peel Street Beverage Company
Red Circle Brewing
Red Circle Brewing
Schooner Street Brewery
Schooner Street Brewery
Short Finger Brewing Company
Short Finger Brewing Company
Sparrow Brewing & Roasting Co.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
TWB Co-operative Brewing
TWB Co-operative Brewing
Wellington Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in New Dundee

Team	League	Division



Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Ski Resorts Near New Dundee

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Glen Eden	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Hockley Valley Resort	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near New Dundee

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Brampton-Caledon Airport	-	Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport	-	Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport	YHM	Medium Airport
London International Airport	YXU	Medium Airport
Region of Waterloo International Airport	YKF	Medium Airport
St Thomas Municipal Airport	YQS	Medium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)	-	Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)	-	Small Airport
Arthur South Airport	-	Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin 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
Briggs Field	-	Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport	-	Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field	-	Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark	-	Small Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field	-	Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)	-	Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield	-	Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)	-	Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport	-	Small Airport
Ceilidh 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
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
Flamboro Centre Airport	-	Small Airport
Fordwich Airport	-	Small Airport
Gamble Field	-	Small Airport
Grand River Executive 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
Guelph Airport	-	Small Airport
Harkes Field	-	Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport	-	Small Airport

Treatment Centers in New Dundee

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CBI Health Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Dundee

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church
Rosebank Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Dundee

What is the population of New Dundee?

New Dundee has a population of 1,174 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 67.4 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 New Dundee 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 New Dundee safe?

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

What is the weather like in New Dundee?

New Dundee 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 New Dundee?

The unemployment rate in New Dundee 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 36 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 New Dundee?

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

How are the schools in New Dundee?

32.9% of adults in New Dundee 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 New Dundee?

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

What are the demographics of New Dundee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Dundee 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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City Guide - New Dundee

Overview 9/11

People 10/10

Economy 6/13

Housing 6/17

Health 0/26

Crime & Safety 4/12

Climate & Environment 7/19

Community 7/14

Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 11/32

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Climate

Education

Community

Is New Dundee a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

New Dundee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

New Dundee vs U.S. Average

Income: New Dundee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Crime Rates: New Dundee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Earthquake History

Tsunami History

Monthly Weather

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services

Commute & Transportation

Schools in New Dundee

Radio Stations near New Dundee

Museums in New Dundee

Libraries in New Dundee

Farmers Markets in New Dundee

Theme Parks in New Dundee

Breweries in New Dundee

Stadiums & Teams in New Dundee

Ski Resorts Near New Dundee

Airports Near New Dundee

Treatment Centers in New Dundee

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Dundee

Frequently Asked Questions About New Dundee