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Peterborough, ON
Full City Profile · Ontario
Peterborough, ON
At a Glance
How Peterborough Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Peterborough's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Peterborough a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Peterborough residents earn a median household income of $71,500 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,520. The unemployment rate stands at 14.7% (308% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 173 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Peterborough is $500,000 , 77% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,110/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
15.8% of adults in Peterborough hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 30.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Peterborough has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches.