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North Frontenac, ON

Ontario

North Frontenac is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,285. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,285 Population 5/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $49,240 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 11.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,285
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$49,240
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty15.5%
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$400,000
Rent$800
Ownership94.7%
Housing Units1,130
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+33.4%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute34 min

Is North Frontenac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Frontenac receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Frontenac has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Frontenac is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Frontenac is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Frontenac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

North Frontenac has a population of 2,285 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 447.1 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.8% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents.

Population

2,285
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
447.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Frontenac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish 2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages 4.8%

Social Characteristics

North Frontenac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Frontenac is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,240 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $947, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 71 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 39.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Frontenac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,240
Avg Weekly Wage$947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home39.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Frontenac is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 94.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,130 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.7%
Owner-Occupied94.7%
Renter-Occupied5.3%
Housing Units1,130

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, North Frontenac receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Frontenac 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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North Frontenac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°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 38.0 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area447.1 sq mi (1,158.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates44.9851°N, 76.8796°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 148 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 95 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 150 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 144 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 146 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 127 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 95 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 83 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 142 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 114 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 75 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 147 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 147 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 138 km
Jul 4, 2005 45 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.3 140 km
Jun 24, 2010 27 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.2 145 km
Sep 9, 2015 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.2 96 km
Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 148 km
Oct 3, 2009 18 km NNE of Pembroke, Canada M3.1 110 km
May 8, 2009 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada M3.1 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 2.8 in

North Frontenac has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.0").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.7% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+33.4%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area447.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home39.3%

Schools in North Frontenac

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Clarendon Central Public School
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Radio Stations near North Frontenac

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Valley Heritage Radio 98.7 CJHR classic country, country MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in North Frontenac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Plevna Branch0.0
Kingston Frontenac Public Library - Sharbot Lake0.0
Ompah Community Library0.0

Cafes in North Frontenac

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shamrock Bakery

Gas Stations in North Frontenac

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Star Gas
Woods

Ski Resorts Near North Frontenac

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 $0
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 $0

Airports Near North Frontenac

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
Baker Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake AirportSmall Airport
Camden East AirstripSmall Airport
Cedar Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Gananoque AirportSmall Airport
Kingston / Riverland AirfieldSmall Airport
Lavant Private FieldSmall Airport
Matawatchan AerodromeSmall Airport
Napanee AirstripSmall Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial AirstripSmall Airport
Ompah AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force FieldSmall Airport
Selby - Howard's AirstripSmall Airport
Stirling AirportSmall Airport
Stirling Private AerodromeSmall Airport
Tomvale AirportSmall Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in North Frontenac

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Frontenac

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Killian Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Frontenac

What is the population of North Frontenac?

North Frontenac has a population of 2,285 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 447.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.8% female and 53.4% male.

Is North Frontenac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is North Frontenac safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Frontenac?

North Frontenac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North Frontenac?

The job market in North Frontenac faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $947. There are 71 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 39.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Frontenac?

The median home value in North Frontenac is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 94.7%.

How are the schools in North Frontenac?

10.1% of adults in North Frontenac hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Frontenac?

The average commute in North Frontenac is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, 2.7% use public transit, and 39.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Frontenac?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Frontenac is 97.3% White, 1.3% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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