Ontario, NY

New York · Wayne County · Rochester Metro

Ontario is a small town in New York with a population of 2,176. Residents earn $52,625 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

2,176 Population 540/sq mi density

$52,625 Median Income $32,614 per capita

$189,400 Home Value $325,319 Zillow

$688 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

459 Violent Crime/100K 2,880 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$52,625 median income, 1.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.7 / 5.0

$189,400 home value, $688/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

459 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

23.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $52,625

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $189,400

33% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 459/100K

21% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.0%

32% lower than US avg

Median Rent $688

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.8%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.9%

85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,176

Median Age38.9 yrs

Density540/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

Median Income$52,625

Per Capita$32,614

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty1.9%

County GDP$5,130M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$189,400

Rent$688

Ownership56.2%

Zillow$325,319

Housing Units1,141

Rent Burden28.9%

Crime

Violent459/100K

Property2,880/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking15.2%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.0%

High School+94.0%

Graduate+5.8%

School Score5.89

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%

Commute22 min

Broadband86.8%

EV Stations2

Libraries13

Is Ontario a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ontario receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ontario offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ontario is $52,625, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ontario is $189,400, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,880 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 85.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ontario has a population of 2,176 with a density of 540 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56% female and 44% male. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 13.7% of residents have a disability. 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,176

Total Population

540

People / sq mi

38.9yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%

Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Ontario vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%

26% above US avg

Spanish 0.7%

95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ontario vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ontario is $52,625, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,614 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,114 business establishments, including 159 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ontario vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,625
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,614
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,096
IRS Avg AGI	$65,848
Gini Index	0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.9%
	85% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,114
County GDP	$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants	159
Healthcare	142
Retail	259
Manufacturing	121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,291
	108% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.6 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ontario is $189,400, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,319, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,256 for a one-bedroom to $1,573 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,141 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $7,291 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$189,400
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$325,319

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$688
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,116
1 Bedroom	$1,256
2 Bedrooms	$1,573
3 Bedrooms	$1,895
4 Bedrooms	$2,083

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.2%
Owner-Occupied	56.2%
Renter-Occupied	43.8%
Housing Units	1,141
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,291
	108% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.85%

In Ontario, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 28.4% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,330. The dentist ratio is 1:2,025. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Ontario vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.8%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	28.4%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.2%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.8%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.2%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Primary Care	1:4,330
Dentists	1:2,025
Mental Health	1:797
Checkup Rate	77.7%
Dental Visits	59.5%
Premature Death	8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	142

Ontario has a violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,880 per 100,000, 47% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ontario receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	459.2/100K
	21% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,879.8/100K
	47% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	18
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. The area receives 85.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.7°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	430 ft (131 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density	540/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2180°N, 77.2806°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Wayne County County
Nearest Airport	Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International (ROC) 21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"

4% above US avg

Snowfall 85.9"

Wettest Month (Nov) 3.66"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0400 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	56.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	39.3 / 100
Community Resilience	90.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Feb 6, 2023	1 km NE of West Seneca, New York	M3.8	129 km
Nov 26, 1999	14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada	M3.8	149 km
Apr 23, 2023	New York	M3.6	124 km
Dec 25, 1998	23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada	M3.6	86 km
Jun 29, 2024	14 km W of Ellisburg, New York	M3.3	96 km
Feb 3, 2001	6 km W of Bath, New York	M3.2	98 km
May 8, 2018	14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada	M3.0	146 km
May 25, 1995	3 km NW of Amherst, New York	M3.0	128 km
Nov 7, 2002	13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada	M3.0	93 km
Aug 4, 2004	30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada	M3.0	95 km
Jul 19, 2007	27 km S of Cobourg, Canada	M3.0	92 km
Jun 5, 2009	4 km SSE of Attica, New York	M2.9	90 km
Mar 8, 2008	5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York	M2.7	107 km
Dec 21, 2009	10 km NNE of Olcott, New York	M2.7	114 km
Aug 11, 2007	4 km N of Kingston, Canada	M2.6	134 km
Mar 15, 2022	5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York	M2.6	92 km
Mar 29, 2020	11 km N of Lyndonville, New York	M2.6	91 km
Apr 14, 2023	1 km W of Adams Center, New York	M2.6	124 km
Apr 11, 2007	6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York	M2.6	28 km
Jul 11, 2017	11 km NNW of Barker, New York	M2.5	109 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

58 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 12 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 2, 1983	EF3	54 km	1
May 2, 1983	EF3	80 km	0
Jun 2, 1969	EF3	53 km	0
Aug 21, 2011	EF2	44 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	95 km	0
Aug 28, 1990	EF2	87 km	0
Sep 19, 2022	EF1	77 km	0
Sep 12, 2021	EF1	68 km	0
May 3, 2018	EF1	57 km	0
Jul 13, 2014	EF1	92 km	0
Jul 25, 2009	EF1	98 km	0
Jun 21, 2007	EF1	78 km	0
May 11, 2003	EF1	0 km	0
Jul 28, 2002	EF1	74 km	0
Jul 15, 1996	EF1	28 km	0
Jun 22, 1996	EF1	55 km	0
Aug 20, 1994	EF1	46 km	0
Sep 3, 1993	EF1	77 km	2
Aug 24, 1993	EF1	92 km	0
Jun 28, 1993	EF1	78 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	DRY MARSH	1,018	51 km
1994	MOHAWK POOL	507	92 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-4°C)	2.3 in
February	25°F (-4°C)	2.1 in	Coldest, Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.0 in
May	56°F (14°C)	3.0 in
June	65°F (19°C)	3.3 in
July	71°F (22°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.3 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.5 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
December	30°F (-1°C)	2.8 in

Ontario has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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Ontario is located in Wayne County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 23.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.5% of the vote, a 23.1-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 142 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%

D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	18
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.0%
	32% below US avg
High School+	94.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.8%
School Test Score	5.89

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	540/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi
County	Wayne County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.8%
Avg Download Speed	152.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	142
Restaurants	159
Retail Stores	259

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.6 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Average costs for common services in Ontario. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit	$378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit	$216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning	$140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling	$270 ($162–$432)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement	$324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement	$216 ($108–$378)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair	$432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install	$7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair	$1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement	$9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense	$5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation	$540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation	$2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$162 ($81–$270)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54–$140)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread	$4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb)	$1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$162)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$81)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$216 ($108–$432)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$996
Preschool	$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$823
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wayne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	5,348	135	$71,446	2.31
Retail Trade	3,218	240	$37,874	1.14
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,797	146	$46,594	0.69
Accommodation & Food Services	1,675	149	$21,597	0.65
Construction	1,397	289	$65,214	0.94
Administrative & Waste Services	940	137	$53,016	0.57
Wholesale Trade	729	76	$86,930	0.66
Other Services	587	172	$36,056	0.69
Finance & Insurance	447	67	$76,838	0.39
Professional & Technical Services	350	96	$79,220	0.18
Real Estate	275	52	$55,501	0.63
Arts & Entertainment	229	42	$23,409	0.48
Information & Technology	114	18	$66,233	0.22
Unclassified	94	132	$35,372	2.39
Management of Companies	80	9	$57,477	0.17
Educational Services	37	10	$18,642	0.06

Schools in Ontario

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
WAYNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	High	670	66	10.2:1
WAYNE CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	625	61	10.2:1
WAYNE CENTRAL PRIMARY SCHOOL	Elementary	439	32	13.7:1
WAYNE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	309	20	15.5:1

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Radio Stations near Ontario

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WXXI-FM "Classical 91.5" Rochester, NY (MP3)	classical, npr	MP3 64 kbps
WITR	college radio, rit	AAC 96 kbps
VillageRadio.net - Classic Alternative	70s, 80s	MP3 192 kbps
WAYO-LP 104.3 Rochester, NY	community radio, freeform	MP3 192 kbps
WXXI-FM	—	MP3 64 kbps
WXXI-AM 1370 Rochester, NY (AAC)	apm, npr	AAC+ 48 kbps
WXXI-FM "Classical 91.5" Rochester, NY (AAC)	classical, npr	AAC+ 64 kbps
WXXI-AM	—	MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Ontario

37 national parks and monuments found near Ontario.

Park	Type	Fee
Battle Island State Park	State Park	Free
Beechwood State Park	State Park	Free
Bonavista State Park	State Park	Free
Braddock Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Cayuga Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Chimney Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Fair Haven Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fillmore Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Genesee River Fishing Access Site	State Park	Free
Hamlin Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Irondequoit Bay Marine Park	State Park	Free
Keuka Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake On The Mountain Provincial Picnic Grounds		Free
Lakeside Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Letchworth State Park	State Park	Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)	State Park	Free
New York State Lands	State Park	Free
North Beach Provincial Park		Free
Nosewicz	State Park	Free
Park	State Park	Free
Peter's Woods Provincial Park		Free
Presqu'ile Provincial Park		Free
Robert H. Treman State Park	State Park	Free
Sampson State Park	State Park	Free
Seneca Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Serpent Mounds Provincial Park		Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Stony Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Taughannock Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Timber Island Provincial Park		Free
Watkins Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Western Finger Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Women's Rights National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free

Museums in Ontario

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PATRICIA O�KEEFE ROSS ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$128,985,073
COLACINO ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$95,430,858
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SERVICES FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5853402000	$1,643,951
NEW YORK STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$189,500
HISTORIC PALMYRA	HISTORY MUSEUM		3155976981	$93,126
1816 FARMINGTON QUAKER MEETINGHOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	160 COUNTRY ROAD 8		$75,979
PULTNEYVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$57,031
ARCADIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3153316409	$56,430
ONTARIO HISTORICAL & LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7147 ONTARIO CENTER RD	3155249330	$21,838
NEW YORK STATE LITERARY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5852230784	$18,510
VALENTOWN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5859244170	$16,832
VICTOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5859244170	$16,832
AMERICAN POLICE MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032796387
CUSHINGS BATTERY A 4TH U S LIGHT ARTILLERY & INFANTRY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC PITTSFORD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5853812941
HISTORIC PURSUITS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3155971422
MACEDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3159864845
PERINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5852233989
WALWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2257 ACADEMY STREET P O BOX 142	3155249205
WEBSTER ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1350 CHIYODA DR	5858727103
WEBSTER MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5852652768

Libraries in Ontario

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WEBSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	WEBSTER PLAZA, 980 RIDGE ROAD	354,749
PITTSFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY	24 STATE STREET	308,655
FAIRPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 VILLAGE LANDING	292,470
PENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	1985 BAIRD ROAD	217,141
VICTOR FARMINGTON LIBRARY	15 WEST MAIN STREET	142,089
NEWARK PUBLIC LIBRARY	121 HIGH STREET	120,000
MACEDON PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 MAIN STREET	63,564
ONTARIO PUBLIC LIBRARY	1850 RIDGE ROAD	62,234
WILLIAMSON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	6380 ROUTE 21, SUITE 1	50,248
WALWORTH-SEELY PUBLIC LIBRARY	3600 LORRAINE DRIVE	46,634
SODUS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	17 MAPLE AVENUE	44,550
PALMYRA COMMUNITY LIBRARY	402 EAST MAIN STREET	41,915
EAST ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	317 MAIN STREET	40,273
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY	4036 MAPLE AVENUE	27,993

Farmers Markets in Ontario

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Burnap's Farm Market & Garden Cafe	7277 Maple Ave.
Casa Larga Vineyards Farm to Table to Marketplace	2287 Turk Hill Road	06/21/2015 to 10/25/2015	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Fairport Farmers Market	58 South Main St.	05/02/2015 to 11/19/2016	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Macedon Farmers Market	32 Main St.
Mendon Farmers Market	101 Mendon Ionia Road	06/04/2013 to 10/15/2013	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Newark Farmers' Market	Central Park, Church Street	06/05/2014 to 10/16/2014	Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;
Palmyra Farmers Market	E MAIN STREET VILLAGE PARK	May to November	Tue:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sodus Farmers' Market	58 W. Main Street	06/13/2018 to 10/10/2018	Wed: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Victor Farmers' Market	60 East Main Street	June to October	Wed:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;		Visit
Webster's Joe Obbie Farmers' Market, Inc.	1028 Ridge Road, Webster Towne Center	06/09/2018 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Restaurants in Ontario

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caraglio's Pizza

Precious Chinese Restaurant

Gas Stations in Ontario

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ontario Fastrac

Speedway

Banks in Ontario

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lyons National Bank

Golf Courses in Ontario

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ontario Golf Club

Breweries in Ontario

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Fairport Brewing Company	Brewery	99 S Main St	5856786728	Visit
Lock 32 Brewery	Brewery	10 Shoen Pl	5855067738	Visit
Pulse Limos of Wny	Vineyard & Winery Equipment & Supplies, Micro-Breweries, Limos & Limousine Service, Breweries, Beer	7411 Victor Pittsford Rd	5859051784	Visit

Pharmacies in Ontario

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
RITE AID - 10851	1250 ROUTE 104	315-524-2511
TOPS MARKETS, LLC	6272 FURNACE RD	315-524-9096

Daycare Centers in Ontario

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
RHYME TYME 944 ROUTE 104	CENTER BASED — DCC	(315) 524-5170	OPEN
YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER AT WAYNE ELEMENTARY 1784 RIDGE RD.	SCHOOL BASED — SACC	(585) 750-8914	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Ontario

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Green Spark Solar	317 NY-104	Non-Networked	6	J1772	public
Harbec	358 Timothy Ln	AMPUP	10	J1772	public
Marion Council for Aging	465 Mill St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
Marion Town House	2 Spring St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
Town of Ontario	1850 Ridge Road	EV Connect	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Ontario

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
5520 EDDY RIDGE ROAD (59664)	GTOWER	89
6449 FURNACE ROAD (59717)	GTOWER	79
979 Bay Road (1152)	GTOWER	48
Palmyra Cell Site 755 North Creek Road	TOWER	32
6569 ROUTE 88 (59691)	GTOWER	24

Fire Stations in Ontario

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Ginna Station Fire Rescue	1503 Lake RD	Career	585-771-3294
Lincoln Fire Department	719 Plank RD	Volunteer	315-524-8493
Ontario Fire Company	6160 Walter Cone DR	Volunteer	315-524-2661

Power Plants Near Ontario

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
FURNACE RD COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.3	OP
R E GINNA NUCLEAR POWER PLANT	NUCLEAR	221113	-77.3	OP
HARBEC ENERGY	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; ONSHORE WIND	221115	-77.4	OP

Bridges in Ontario

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	34	14,096	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	34	14,096	G
Culvert	Concrete	1992	40	13,840	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2018	31	3,009	G
Frame	Concrete	2003	29	1,407	G

Airports Near Ontario

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport	ROC	Large Airport
Airy-Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bedson's Land Base Airport	—	Small Airport
Canandaigua Airport	IUA	Small Airport
Coye Field	—	Small Airport
Creekside Airport	—	Small Airport
D'Amico Airport	—	Small Airport
Dansville Municipal Airport	DSV	Small Airport
Farnsworth Airport	—	Small Airport
Finger Lakes Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying K Airport	—	Small Airport
Geneseo Airport	—	Small Airport
Grammar Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenlawn Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Harvs Airport	—	Small Airport
Hidden Hills Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark	—	Small Airport
Horizon Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Krenzers Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakestone Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakeville Airport	—	Small Airport
Le Roy Airport	—	Small Airport
Ledgedale Airpark	—	Small Airport
Long Acre Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Manitou Field	—	Small Airport
Match Mate Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Kinney Airport	—	Small Airport
Merrimac Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Middlesex Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Midlakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Naked Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
New Salem Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Oak Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Fort Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ovid Airport	—	Small Airport
Para-Tech Airport	—	Small Airport
Paradise Airport	—	Small Airport
Penn Yan Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine View Airport	—	Small Airport
Ridge Road West Airport	—	Small Airport
Savannah Agri-Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Scott'S Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Seven Gullies Airport	—	Small Airport
Skyview Airport	—	Small Airport
Smiths Land Base Airport	—	Small Airport
Spencerport Airpark	—	Small Airport
St Bernard Field	—	Small Airport
Toggenburg Farms Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Ontario

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
East Rochester Police Department	317 Main Street
Fairport Police Department	31 South Main Street
Monroe County Sheriff's Office Zone A	955 Panorama Trail South

Grocery Stores in Ontario

12 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 65045	Supermarket	1903 State Route 104
Dollar General 15522	Other	1250 State Route 104
Dollar Tree 1069	Other	6254 Furnace Rd
Fastrac EG LLC 500211	Convenience Store	1933 State Route 104
JOE'S MEAT MARKET	Specialty Store	6845 Slocum Rd
McDonald's #20276	Restaurant Meals Program	1204 State Route 104
Pit Stop Convenience Stores 15	Convenience Store	2007 State Route 104
Pit Stop Convenience Stores Ontario 14	Convenience Store	1544 Ridge Rd
Save-a-Lot 24987	Supermarket	1250 State Route 104
Speedway 7731	Convenience Store	6290 Slocum Rd
Tops Markets 413	Supermarket	6272 Furnace Rd
Walgreens 19548	Other	1250 State Route 104 # 400

Treatment Centers in Ontario

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Finger Lakes Area Counseling and - Recovery Agency/FLACRA Add Clinic OP	Substance Abuse	315-331-3862

DOL Wage Violations in Ontario

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $22,196 in back wages owed to 30 employees.

Violations

$22,196

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Schreiber Excavating	—	—	14519	—	1	$9,674	$3,225	3
John Lockwood Plumbing	—	—	14519	—	1	$8,666	$619	14
WECO METAL PRODUCTS INC.	—	—	14519	Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing	1	$3,000	$3,000	1
GBC Construction	—	—	14519	—	1	$684	$684	1
Charlie Riedel's Restaurant	—	—	14519	—	1	$171	$16	11

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ontario

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	1929 RIDGE RD
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ONTARIO CENTER	1638 RIDGE RD
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ONTARIO CENTER	MAIN ST
KINGDOM FAMILY DOMINION MINISTRY INCORPORATION	6090 SLOCUM RD
LIVING WORD ASSEMBLY OF GOD	2344 RIDGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ontario

What is the population of Ontario?

Ontario has a population of 2,176 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 540 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 56% female and 44% male.

Is Ontario expensive to live in?

Ontario is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,625, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $189,400 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ontario safe?

The violent crime rate in Ontario is 459 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,880 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ontario receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ontario?

Ontario has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 85.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Ontario?

The job market in Ontario is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 2,114 business establishments in the area, including 159 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ontario?

The median home value in Ontario is $189,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,319. For renters, the median monthly rent is $688. Fair market rent is $1,256 for a 1-bedroom and $1,573 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.2%. The average annual property tax is $7,291.

How are the schools in Ontario?

Schools in Ontario score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.0% of adults in Ontario hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ontario?

The obesity rate in Ontario is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,330.

What is transportation like in Ontario?

The average commute in Ontario is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ontario?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ontario is 89.9% White, 2.7% Black or African American. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 13.7% of residents have a disability. 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Williamson, NY 2,667 pop · 4.9 mi Marion, NY 1,312 pop · 6.8 mi Gananda, NY 6,501 pop · 7.0 mi Webster, NY 5,734 pop · 7.1 mi Macedon, NY 1,885 pop · 10.6 mi Sodus, NY 1,999 pop · 11.0 mi Palmyra, NY 3,306 pop · 11.2 mi Fairport, NY 5,436 pop · 11.6 mi East Rochester, NY 6,263 pop · 12.7 mi St. John Fisher College, NY 1,301 pop · 13.6 mi Nazareth College, NY 1,259 pop · 14.4 mi Sodus Point, NY 1,101 pop · 14.7 mi Irondequoit, NY 50,438 pop · 14.7 mi Pittsford, NY 1,702 pop · 14.8 mi

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