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Oro-Medonte, ON

Ontario · Barrie Metro

Oro-Medonte is a small city in Ontario with a population of 23,017. Residents earn $114,000 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,017 Population 102/sq mi density
$114,000 Median Income $62,700 per capita
$800,000 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$114,000 median income, 10.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$800,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $114,000
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $800,000
184% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How Oro-Medonte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population23,017
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$114,000
Per Capita$62,700
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty6.0%
Commute32 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$800,000
Rent$1,250
Ownership94.4%
Housing Units8,640
Rent Burden13.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+27.5%
Graduate+5.0%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Oro-Medonte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oro-Medonte receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Oro-Medonte has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oro-Medonte is $114,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 52% above $75,149. This places Oro-Medonte among higher-income communities. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.0% 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 Oro-Medonte is $800,000, making it a premium housing market at 184% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 7x 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

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Oro-Medonte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Oro-Medonte has a population of 23,017 with a density of 102 people per square mile, spread across 226.0 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents.

Population

23,017
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
226.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oro-Medonte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 6.9%

Social Characteristics

Oro-Medonte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oro-Medonte is $114,000, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,206, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 714 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 32.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oro-Medonte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,000
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,700
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)714

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home32.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oro-Medonte is $800,000, 184% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 94.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,640 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 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$800,000
184% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.4%
Owner-Occupied94.4%
Renter-Occupied5.6%
Housing Units8,640

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, Oro-Medonte receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Oro-Medonte 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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Oro-Medonte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.6 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,106 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Area226.0 sq mi (585.4 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates44.5446°N, 79.5489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.06"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 103 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 90 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 102 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 140 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 142 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 138 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 143 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 129 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 146 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 83 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 52 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.5 in
March 26°F (-4°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.5 in

Oro-Medonte has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 15°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (2.4").

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15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+27.5%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area226.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home32.8%

Schools in Oro-Medonte

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Oro Public School - - - -
Guthrie Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Oro-Medonte

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Barrie, ON features, news MP3 128 kbps
93.7 K Country - AAC+ 49 kbps
CKMB 107.5 "KOOL FM" Barrie, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CFJB-FM 95.7 "Rock 95" Barrie, ON - AAC+ 96 kbps
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (AAC Stream) modern rock AAC 64 kbps
CFBG 99.5 "Moose FM" Bracebridge, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CIUX-FM "Hits 105.5" Uxbridge, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 49 kbps
CIMA 92.1 "FM 92 South Simcoe" Alliston, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CKOU "K Country 93.7" Georgina, ON - AAC+ 49 kbps
CJLF "LIFE 100.3" Barrie, ON christian, christian praise&worship OGG
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (MP3 Stream) modern rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Oro-Medonte

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coldwater Canadiana [woodrow homestead]
Eildon Hall
Orillia Art Musuem
Simcoe County Museum
Stephen Leacock Museum
The Grey & Simcoe Foresters Regimental Museum

Libraries in Oro-Medonte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barrie Public Library - Downtown Branch0.0
Barrie Public Library - Painswick Branch0.0
Barrie Public Library - Painswick Branch0.0
Chippewas of Rama First Nation Public Library0.0
Georgina Public Library - Peter Gzowski Branch0.0
Innisfil Public Library - Lakeshore Branch0.0
Innisfil Public Library - Stroud Branch0.0
Orillia Public Library0.0
Ramara Township Public Library - Atherley Branch0.0
Severn Township Public Library0.0
Springwater Public Library - Midhurst Branch0.0
Tay Township Public Library - Theo & Elaine Bernard Branch0.0
Tay Township Public Library - Waubaushene Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Oro-Medonte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barrie Farmer's Market

Hotels in Oro-Medonte

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Inn

Clinics in Oro-Medonte

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #1202345662

Gas Stations in Oro-Medonte

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Husky

Golf Courses in Oro-Medonte

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Braestone Club
Horseshoe Valley Club

Breweries in Oro-Medonte

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Oro-Medonte

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ROC 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Devil's Glen Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Highlands Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Horseshoe Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The Heights Ski & Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Oro-Medonte

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional AirportYLKMedium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Oshawa Executive AirportYOOMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)-Small Airport
Bala Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton North-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield-Small Airport
Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Brougham High Perspective Hang Glider Port-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Cooper Falls Airstrip-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dillon Field-Small Airport
Dimkovski Airpark-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Foxden Farms-Small Airport
Gilford-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Greenbank-Uxbridge-Port Perry Airfield-Small Airport
Grenfel Field-Small Airport
Hampton / Morawetz Field-Small Airport
Holland Landing Airpark-Small Airport
Hoskin Airport-Small Airport
Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport
Lorneville Airstrip-Small Airport
Mansfield Airport-Small Airport
Orangeville / Brundle Field-Small Airport
Orangeville / Castlewood Field-Small Airport
Orangeville / Laurel Airstrip-Small Airport
Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oro-Medonte

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mary Mosque (Maryam Mosque)
Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oro-Medonte

What is the population of Oro-Medonte?

Oro-Medonte has a population of 23,017 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 226.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Oro-Medonte expensive to live in?

The median household income is $114,000, 52% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $800,000 (184% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Oro-Medonte safe?

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

What is the weather like in Oro-Medonte?

Oro-Medonte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Oro-Medonte?

The job market in Oro-Medonte faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,206. There are 714 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 32.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oro-Medonte?

The median home value in Oro-Medonte is $800,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,250. The homeownership rate is 94.4%.

How are the schools in Oro-Medonte?

15.9% of adults in Oro-Medonte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Oro-Medonte?

The average commute in Oro-Medonte is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oro-Medonte?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oro-Medonte is 97% White, 1.9% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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