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North Grenville, ON

Ontario · Ottawa-Gatineau Metro

North Grenville is a small city in Ontario with a population of 17,964. Residents earn $108,000 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
17,964 Population 132/sq mi density
$108,000 Median Income $57,150 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,350 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$108,000 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,350/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $108,000
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,964
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$108,000
Per Capita$57,150
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty5.2%
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,350
Ownership87.7%
Housing Units7,035
Rent Burden13.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+29.5%
Graduate+5.0%

Community

Commute32 min

Is North Grenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Grenville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Grenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Grenville is $108,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 44% above $75,149. This places North Grenville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Grenville is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Grenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow.

North Grenville has a population of 17,964 with a density of 132 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.1% of residents, while 5.6% speak Spanish.

Population

17,964
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
135.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Grenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish 5.6%
58% below US avg
Other Languages 6.2%

Social Characteristics

North Grenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Grenville is $108,000, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,150 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,099, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 557 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 44.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Grenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,000
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)557

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home44.8%

Walkability

The median home value in North Grenville is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above the national average of $1,163). 87.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,035 total housing units in the city. 13.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.7%
Owner-Occupied87.7%
Renter-Occupied12.4%
Housing Units7,035

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, North Grenville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Grenville 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 Grenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 367 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area135.9 sq mi (351.9 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates44.9858°N, 75.6448°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 13.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 101 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 102 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 146 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 113 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 141 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 146 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 83 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 144 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 106 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 79 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 124 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 112 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 76 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 140 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 145 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 129 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 149 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 108 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 139 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 118 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 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in

North Grenville has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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16.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+29.5%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area135.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home44.8%

Schools in North Grenville

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oxford on Rideau Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near North Grenville

39 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.3 Country (US) country FLV
CFGO "TSN 1200" Ottawa, ON bell media, sports news AAC+ 40 kbps
CBC Radio One - Ottawa, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Ottawa (CBO-FM) information, news UNKNOWN
CFRA "News Talk Radio 580" Ottawa, ON news talk AAC+ 40 kbps
TSN 1200 live sports, sports AAC+ 40 kbps
CFTX-FM 96.5 "BPM Sports" Gatineau, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
Canada At Large alternative / indie, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
CHRI 99.1 Ottawa — MP3 128 kbps
Irish Radio Canada — MP3 64 kbps
CKOF "FM 104.7 Outaouais" Gatineau, QC actualités, news MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Ottawa, ON blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Ottawa Live 885 (CLIVFM) alternative, alternative rock AAC 145 kbps
CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON community radio, radio communautaire AAC 128 kbps
Ottawa KiSS 105.3 FM (CISSFM) pop AAC+ 47 kbps
CKCU FM 93.1 alternative, college radio MP3 256 kbps
Country 94.1 — AAC 128 kbps
CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON — MP3 128 kbps
Country 106.7 country AAC 198 kbps
CKPP 107.9 "Moose FM" Prescott, ON variety hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKBY "92.3 Country" Smith Falls, ON country UNKNOWN
CJET-FM "City News 101.1" Smith Falls, ON format change, news AAC+ 47 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (MP3 Stream) campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
Labgate Hitwave Rewind old hits, pop MP3 128 kbps
CHUO-FM 89.1 University of Ottawa, ON community radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
CHEZ-FM 106.1 "Chez 106" Ottawa, ON mainstream rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Moose FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Juice FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CIWW CityNews Ottawa news, sport AAC+ 47 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (AAC Stream) campus radio, student radio AAC+ 56 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Ottawa-Gatineau) Ottawa, ON radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKDJ "AIR-AM 1700" Algonquin College-Ottawa, ON campus radio, contemporary hits AAC+ 96 kbps
CILV-FM 88.5 "Live Eighty Eight Five" - Ottawa, ON alternative rock, stingray network AAC 130 kbps
CKCU 93.1 FM — MP3 256 kbps
CIDG-FM "Rebel Rock101.7" Ottawa, ON classic rock, mainstream rock AAC+ 57 kbps
106.1 CHEZ mainstream rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CJET-FM Country 92.3 — UNKNOWN
Ottawa CHEZ 106.1 (CHEZFM) hard rock, metal AAC+ 47 kbps
CKCU The Mighty 93.1 college radio MP3 256 kbps

Museums in North Grenville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dickinson House Museum
North Grenville Archives
North Grenville Historical Society
Osgoode Township Historical Society and Museum
Rideau Museum & Archives
Spencerville Mill & Museum
Watson's Mill

Libraries in North Grenville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library - Spencerville Branch0.0
Merrickville Public Library0.0
North Grenville Public Library - Burrits Rapids Branch0.0
North Grenville Public Library - Kemptville Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Manotick Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Metcalfe Village Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - North Gower Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Osgoode Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Richmond Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Vernon Branch0.0
SCHS Library0.0
SDG Library - South Mountain Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in North Grenville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
North Gower Farmers Market

Zoos in North Grenville

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Saunders Country Critters

Ski Resorts Near North Grenville

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Camp Fortune 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Cascades Ski 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sommet Edelweiss 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Centre Vorlage 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near North Grenville

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Ogdensburg International AirportOGSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Carp Airport—Medium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
Arnprior Airport—Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Carleton Place Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Hill Aerodrome—Small Airport
Cheney—Small Airport
Degrasse Moores Airport—Small Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm Strip—Small Airport
Django Field—Small Airport
Flint Field—Small Airport
Fumerton Field—Small Airport
Gananoque Airport—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hendricks Field—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
Hurlbut Field—Small Airport
Indian Creek Field—Small Airport
Iroquois Airport—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kenmore Aerodrome—Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Morrisburg Airport—Small Airport
Navan Bearbrook Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome—Small Airport
Parti Field—Small Airport
Pendleton Airport—Small Airport
Pontiac Airpark—Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg Aerodrome—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Grenville

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kemptville Pentecostal Church
Oxford Mills United Church
St. Andrew's United Church
St. Anne’s Anglican Church
St. Augustine Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Grenville

What is the population of North Grenville?

North Grenville has a population of 17,964 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is North Grenville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $108,000, 44% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is North Grenville safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Grenville?

North Grenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North Grenville?

The unemployment rate in North Grenville is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,099. There are 557 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 44.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Grenville?

The median home value in North Grenville is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,350. The homeownership rate is 87.7%.

How are the schools in North Grenville?

16.0% of adults in North Grenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Grenville?

The average commute in North Grenville is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 44.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Grenville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Grenville is 96.6% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 88.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.6% speak Spanish.

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