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Oil Springs, ON

Ontario

Oil Springs is a small town in Ontario with a population of 647. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
647 Population 206/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $52,600 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
47°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
4.5 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population647
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$52,600
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership96.2%
Housing Units265
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+28.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Oil Springs a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oil Springs is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oil Springs is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Oil Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 9.9 inches of snow.

Oil Springs has a population of 647 with a density of 206 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents.

Population

647
Total Population
2021 Census
206
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oil Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 1.6%

Social Characteristics

Oil Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oil Springs is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,012, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 11.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oil Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oil Springs is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 96.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 265 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.2%
Owner-Occupied96.2%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units265

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, Oil Springs receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Oil Springs 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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Oil Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°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 36.6 inches. The area receives 9.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates42.7834°N, 82.1165°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 9.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 10, 2019 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M4.0 134 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 143 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 133 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 128 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 121 km
Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 104 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 149 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 148 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 140 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 129 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 131 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 127 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 74 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 140 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 147 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 119 km
Jan 4, 2022 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.8 133 km
Apr 12, 2007 11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio M2.8 135 km
Mar 8, 2013 5 km NNW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.7 131 km
Apr 28, 2002 Ohio M2.7 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 — 107 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m — 42 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (21°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.0 in

Oil Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 22°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+28.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Radio Stations near Oil Springs

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (AAC Stream) country, new format AAC+ 47 kbps
CFRZ-FM 98.3 Walpole Island First Nation, ON community radio, indigenous radio MP3 128 kbps
CKXS 99.1 FM classic rock, local news AAC 135 kbps
CHKS-FM "Cool 106.3" Sarnia, ON classic hits, new format new branding AAC+ 48 kbps
CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (MP3 Stream) country, new format MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Oil Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Josiah Henson Interpretive Centre
Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada
Oil Museum of Canada

Libraries in Oil Springs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chatham-Kent Public Library – Bothwell0.0
Lambton County Library - Brigden0.0
Lambton County Library - Bright's Grove0.0
Lambton County Library - Florence0.0
Lambton County Library - Inwood0.0
Lambton County Library - Mallroad0.0
Lambton County Library - Oil Springs0.0
Lambton County Library - Petrolia0.0
Lambton County Library - Shetland0.0
Lambton County Library - Watford0.0
Lambton County Library - Wyoming0.0

Gas Stations in Oil Springs

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Econo

Golf Courses in Oil Springs

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Creek Golf Course

Breweries in Oil Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Gold Brewery
Refined Fool Brewing Co.

Airports Near Oil Springs

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Chris Hadfield AirportYZRMedium Airport
Selfridge Air National Guard Base AirportMTCMedium Airport
Arnold Field—Small Airport
Avoca Airport—Small Airport
Belle River Field—Small Airport
Butler Airfield—Small Airport
Carnie Airfield—Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport—Small Airport
Chatham Kent AirportXCMSmall Airport
Colinville Field—Small Airport
Cottam Airport—Small Airport
Cowley Field—Small Airport
Crystal Airport—Small Airport
David's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Dobie Field—Small Airport
Dutton Airport—Small Airport
Essex/Billing Airstrip—Small Airport
Fasel Field—Small Airport
Flugplatz Airport—Small Airport
Grand Bend Airport—Small Airport
Harrow Airport—Small Airport
Harsens Island Airport—Small Airport
Highgate Airport—Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)—Small Airport
Lenox Airport—Small Airport
Lucan Airport—Small Airport
Marine City Airport—Small Airport
Melbourne Airport—Small Airport
Merlin Airport—Small Airport
Northville Airport—Small Airport
Norton Field—Small Airport
Papple Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Para Field—Small Airport
Reeces Corners Airport—Small Airport
Robertson Field—Small Airport
Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport—Small Airport
Ruscom Station Field—Small Airport
Sandusky City Airport—Small Airport
Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport—Small Airport
Sharpe's Strip—Small Airport
St Clair County International AirportPHNSmall Airport
Stoney Point (Le Cunff) Airport—Small Airport
Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport—Small Airport
Triple Nickel Airport—Small Airport
Wabash Airport—Small Airport
Wards Long Acres Airport—Small Airport
Warren Field—Small Airport
Wheatly (Robinson Motorcycles) Airfield—Small Airport
Witham Field—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oil Springs

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Oil Springs United Church
Voice of Truth Tabernacle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oil Springs

What is the population of Oil Springs?

Oil Springs has a population of 647 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 206 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 50.4% female and 50.4% male.

Is Oil Springs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% 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 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oil Springs safe?

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

What is the weather like in Oil Springs?

Oil Springs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Oil Springs?

Oil Springs has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,012. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 11.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oil Springs?

The median home value in Oil Springs is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 96.2%.

How are the schools in Oil Springs?

5.8% of adults in Oil Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Oil Springs?

The average commute in Oil Springs is 28 minutes. 89.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oil Springs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oil Springs is 94.5% White, 4.7% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

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