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Northwood, ON

Ontario · Thunder Bay Metro

Northwood is a small city in Ontario with a population of 14,017. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
14,017 Population 80/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 242 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 Northwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population14,017
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density80/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 Units5,607
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min

Is Northwood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northwood 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 Northwood 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

Northwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow.

Northwood has a population of 14,017 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 175.7 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

14,017
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
175.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Northwood 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

Northwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northwood 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 435 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Northwood 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)435

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 Northwood 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 5,607 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 Units5,607

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, Northwood receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Northwood 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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Northwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area175.7 sq mi (455.1 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates48.3891°N, 89.2752°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.9"
27% below US avg
Snowfall 59.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 19, 2018.

Mar 19, 2018 75 km ESE of Atikokan, Canada M2.7 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TUESDAY (533 ac, 2002).

Year Name Acres Distance
2002 TUESDAY 533 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.4 in
February 10°F (-12°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 1.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 1.6 in

Northwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 10°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.0").

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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 Density80/sq mi
Total Area175.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Northwood

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School - - - -
Westmount Public School - - - -
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Lakehead Adult Education Centre - - - -
École Elise Macgill - - - -
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Radio Stations near Northwood

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Thunder Bay, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJUK-FM "99.9 The Bay" Thunder Bay, ON 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
CILU 102.7 "LU Radio" Lakehead University - Thunder Bay, ON campus radio, student radio MP3 96 kbps
CKTG-FM 105.3 "Country 105" Thunder Bay, ON country AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Northwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alexander Henry Museum Ship
Oliver Paipoonge Heritage Park
Thunder Bay Museum

Libraries in Northwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Caution!! Blind Bend0.0
Mary J.L. Black0.0
Thunder Bay Public Library0.0
Thunder Bay Public Library: Brodie Resource Library0.0
Waverley Resource Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Northwood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goods & Co.

Cafes in Northwood

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Monuments in Northwood

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centennial conservatory and botanical garden

Dentists in Northwood

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sky Dental

Gas Stations in Northwood

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Safeway Fuel Station
Shell

Shopping Malls in Northwood

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northwood Mall

Golf Courses in Northwood

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chapples Golf Course

Breweries in Northwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
One Time Brew Co

Stadiums & Teams in Northwood

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Northwood

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kamview Nordic Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lappe Nordic Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Northwood

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thunder Bay International AirportYQTMedium Airport
Eldorado Aerodrome-Small Airport
Kakabeka Falls Airport-Small Airport
Martin's Landing-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Northwood

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Redwood Park Church
Thunder Bay Community Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Northwood

What is the population of Northwood?

Northwood has a population of 14,017 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 175.7 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 Northwood 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 Northwood safe?

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

What is the weather like in Northwood?

Northwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches, with 59.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Northwood?

The unemployment rate in Northwood 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 435 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 Northwood?

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

How are the schools in Northwood?

32.9% of adults in Northwood 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 Northwood?

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

What are the demographics of Northwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Northwood 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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