Niagara, ON

Ontario

Niagara is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 31,180.

1.0 /5.0
F Poor
31,180 Population
49°F Avg Temperature
78 Violent Crime/100K 52 property/100K
F
Overall
1.0 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
78 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
Violent Crime 78/100K
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31,180
Median AgeN/A
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Crime

F
Violent78/100K
Property52/100K

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Is Niagara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niagara receives an overall livability score of 1.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low crime rates. Niagara faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Safety & Crime

Niagara is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 52 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.

Climate & Weather

Niagara experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow.

Niagara has a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 52 per 100,000 (97% below US avg).

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent78.5/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property51.7/100K
97% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Niagara has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates43.6446°N, 79.4071°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Nearby Cities

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