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Port Carling, ON
Ontario
Port Carling is a small town in Ontario with a population of 500. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Port Carling Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Port Carling a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Port Carling receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Port Carling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Port Carling is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Port Carling is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x 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
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Port Carling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Port Carling vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Port Carling vs U.S. Average
Income: Port Carling vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,573 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,716 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $461,770 |
| 64% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,012 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 200 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Port Carling 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 | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 299.0 sq mi (774.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1153°N, 79.5760°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 | — | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Port Carling has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 299.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Schools in Port Carling
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Orchard Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Port Carling
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| CFBK 105.5 "Moose FM" Huntsville, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (MP3 Stream) | modern rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKAR-FM 88.7 "The Bay" Huntsville, ON | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKLP 103.3 "Moose FM" Parry Sound, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps |
Museums in Port Carling
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site | ||||
| Grace and Speed | ||||
| Muskoka Lakes Museum | ||||
| Torrance Museum |
Libraries in Port Carling
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravenhurst Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muskoka Lakes Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Port Carling
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port Carling
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Port Carling
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Carling
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Port Carling
4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Port Carling
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake Brewery | ||||
| Clear Lake Brewery | ||||
| Sawdust City Brewing Company |
Ski Resorts Near Port Carling
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Valley Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| The Heights Ski & Country Club | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Port Carling
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport | YLK | Medium Airport |
| Huronia Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Muskoka Airport | YQA | Medium Airport |
| Bala (Medora Lake) | — | Small Airport |
| Bala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrie Executive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beaverton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beaverton North | — | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge West Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Collingwood Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cooper Falls Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dimkovski Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Dwight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Edenvale Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Emsdale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lorneville Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lumsden Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palestine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport | YPD | Small Airport |
| Port Carling Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rosseau Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Severn Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Slayner (Clearview Field) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sundridge/South River Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Ullswater Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Walkers Point Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wyevale (Boker Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Port Carling
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Minett Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Carling
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Knox Presbyterian Church | |
| Port Carling United Church |
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What is the population of Port Carling?
Port Carling has a population of 500 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 299.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Port Carling expensive to live in?
The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Port Carling safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Port Carling receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Port Carling?
Port Carling 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 66°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 13.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Port Carling?
The unemployment rate in Port Carling is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Port Carling?
The median home value in Port Carling is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Port Carling?
32.9% of adults in Port Carling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Port Carling?
The average commute in Port Carling is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Port Carling?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Carling is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.