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Owen Sound, ON
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Owen Sound is a small city in Ontario with a population of 21,612. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Owen Sound Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Owen Sound a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Owen Sound receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Owen Sound has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Owen Sound is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Owen Sound is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x 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
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Owen Sound experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 55.6 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Owen Sound vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Owen Sound vs U.S. Average
Income: Owen Sound vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $63,200 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,880 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $805 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.1% |
| 208% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 670 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.8% |
| Public Transit | 1.8% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $400,000 |
| 42% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $930 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 58.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.0% |
| Housing Units | 9,895 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Owen Sound vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,312/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5672°N, 80.9435°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 4.1 in |
Owen Sound has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and March the driest (2.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,312/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.8% |
| Public Transit | 1.8% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Colleges & Universities in Owen Sound
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgian College Owen Sound Campus | - | - | - | - | - |
| Word of Life Bible Institute | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Owen Sound
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Sound District Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's High School | - | - | - | - |
| Alexandra Community School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Basil's Separate School | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Keppel-Sarawak Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Timothy Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Hillcrest Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| École catholique Saint-Dominique-Savio | - | - | - | - |
| East Ridge Community School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Owen Sound
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFPS-FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (MP3 Stream) | active rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFPS -FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (AAC Stream) | active rock, new format rebranding | AAC 63 kbps | |
| CJGB-FM "LITE 99.3" Meaford, ON | soft adult contemporary | AAC+ 47 kbps |
Museums in Owen Sound
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billy Bishop Home & Museum | ||||
| Grey Roots Museum & Archives | ||||
| Owen Sound Marine and Rail Museum |
Libraries in Owen Sound
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce County Public Library - Tara Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Wiarton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Owen Sound
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keady Market |
Hotels in Owen Sound
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Owen Sound
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Owen Sound
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Owen Sound
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Owen Sound
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Owen Sound
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Owen Sound
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Owen Sound
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Owen Sound
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Owen Sound
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Owen Sound
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Owen Sound
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Owen Sound
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Owen Sound
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Valley Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osler Bluff Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blue Mountain Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Craigleith Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpine Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Georgian Peaks Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Owen Sound
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kincardine Municipal Airport | YKD | Medium Airport |
| Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport | YOS | Medium Airport |
| Wiarton Airport | YVV | Medium Airport |
| Belwood (Ellen Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Briggs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Conn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Damascus Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| East Linton (Kerr Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Farrow's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flesherton (Smithorrs Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley (Black Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley / Luther Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley/Martin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Griffith Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hay Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Forest Roths' Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nenagh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orangeville / Laurel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Owen Sound (Cook Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Palmerston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Port Elgin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robinson International Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Rolands Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Roth Field | - | Small Airport |
| Shelburne (Schaefer Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Shelburne / Fisher Field | - | Small Airport |
| Southampton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southwestern Ontario Gliding Association Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tobermory Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Varys Field | - | Small Airport |
| Walter's Falls (Piper Way) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Walter's Field | - | Small Airport |
| White Cloud Island | - | Small Airport |
| Wilkinson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Owen Sound
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Keeling Place Canada Post | |
| Owen Sound Main Canada Post | |
| Owen Sound Westside Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Owen Sound
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alliance Church | |
| British Methodist Episcopal Church | |
| First Christian Reformed Church | |
| Georgian Shores United Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Owen Sound Muslim Association | |
| St. George's Anglican Church | |
| St. Mary's Catholic Church | |
| Summerfolk Circle |
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What is the population of Owen Sound?
Owen Sound has a population of 21,612 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2,312 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.
Is Owen Sound expensive to live in?
The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Owen Sound safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Owen Sound receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Owen Sound?
Owen Sound has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 55.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Owen Sound?
The job market in Owen Sound faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $805. There are 670 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 13.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Owen Sound?
The median home value in Owen Sound is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 58.0%.
How are the schools in Owen Sound?
11.0% of adults in Owen Sound hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Owen Sound?
The average commute in Owen Sound is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 13.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Owen Sound?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Owen Sound is 94.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 3% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home.