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Perth South, ON

Ontario · London Metro

Perth South is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,776. Residents earn $101,000 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,776 Population 25/sq mi density
$101,000 Median Income $56,250 per capita
$620,000 Home Value
$1,120 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$101,000 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$620,000 home value, $1,120/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $101,000
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $620,000
120% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,776
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,000
Per Capita$56,250
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty7.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$620,000
Rent$1,120
Ownership77.4%
Housing Units1,395
Rent Burden13.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+32.5%
Graduate+3.7%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Perth South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perth South receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Perth South has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perth South is $101,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 34% above $75,149. This places Perth South among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% 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 Perth South is $620,000, making it a premium housing market at 120% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x 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

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Perth South has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow.

Perth South has a population of 3,776 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 151.3 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents.

Population

3,776
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
151.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Perth South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 6.4%

Social Characteristics

Perth South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perth South is $101,000, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,250 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,082, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 117 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 36.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Perth South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,000
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Perth South is $620,000, 120% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 77.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,395 total housing units in the city. 13.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$620,000
120% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.4%
Owner-Occupied77.4%
Renter-Occupied22.6%
Housing Units1,395

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, Perth South receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Perth South 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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Perth South has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area151.3 sq mi (391.9 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates43.3117°N, 81.1365°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 12.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 150 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 138 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 116 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 - 114 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.7 in

Perth South has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.6").

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10.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+32.5%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area151.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.9%

Schools in Perth South

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Downie Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Perth South

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHST-FM "Jack 102.3" London, ON adult hits, classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLO "Classic Rock 98.1 FM" London, ON classic rock, rebranding AAC+ 48 kbps
Blown 60's, 70's MP3 192 kbps
CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
Crucial Velocity Radio classic metal, hard rock MP3 192 kbps
CIXX 106.9 "The X" Fanshawe College, London, ON campus radio, college radio AAC+ 32 kbps
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 kbps
New Country 96.3 FM (US) - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON adult contemporary, rogers media UNKNOWN
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON country, rogers media UNKNOWN
FAITH 99.9 CHJX christian AAC+ 32 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock canada, classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps
CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Perth South

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame
Gallery Stratford
St. Marys Museum
Stratford Perth Museum
Stratford-Perth Museum

Libraries in Perth South

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Huron County Library - Kirkton Branch0.0
Middlesex County Library - Ilderton0.0
Middlesex County Library - Thorndale0.0
Oxford County Library - Embro0.0
Oxford County Library - Harrington0.0
St. Mary's Public Library0.0
Stratford Public Library0.0
West Perth Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Perth South

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Stratford Market

Gas Stations in Perth South

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GOCO

Golf Courses in Perth South

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Science Hill Country Club

Breweries in Perth South

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broken Rail Brewing
Jobsite Brewing
Ontario Craft Distribution
Stratford Brewery

Airports Near Perth South

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Goderich Airport-Medium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport-Small Airport
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Dobie Field-Small Airport
Dungannon Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dutton Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Grand Bend Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Nenagh Field-Small Airport
Nixon Airport-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Palmerston Airport-Small Airport
Papple Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport
Rand Private Airfield-Small Airport
Roseville Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Perth South

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mapleview Church of God in Christ

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perth South

What is the population of Perth South?

Perth South has a population of 3,776 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 151.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Perth South expensive to live in?

The median household income is $101,000, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $620,000 (120% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Perth South safe?

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

What is the weather like in Perth South?

Perth South has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Perth South?

The unemployment rate in Perth South is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,082. There are 117 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 36.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Perth South?

The median home value in Perth South is $620,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,120. The homeownership rate is 77.4%.

How are the schools in Perth South?

10.2% of adults in Perth South hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Perth South?

The average commute in Perth South is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 36.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Perth South?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Perth South is 98.4% White, 0.9% Asian. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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