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Port Elgin, ON
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Port Elgin is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,862. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Port Elgin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Port Elgin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Port Elgin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Port Elgin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Port Elgin 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 Elgin 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 Elgin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 59.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Port Elgin vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Port Elgin vs U.S. Average
Income: Port Elgin 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) | 244 |
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 | 3,145 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Port Elgin 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 | 48.0°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Area | 108.0 sq mi (279.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4361°N, 81.3898°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 | - | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
Port Elgin has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and March the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Total Area | 108.0 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 Elgin
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saugeen District Senior School | - | - | - | - |
| Port Elgin-Saugeen Central School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| Northport Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| G.C. Huston Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Port Elgin
2 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 |
Museums in Port Elgin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre | ||||
| Bruce Power Visitor Centre | ||||
| Tresure Chest Museum |
Libraries in Port Elgin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce County Public Library - Cargill Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Paisley Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Paisley Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Port Elgin Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Sauble Beach Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Southampton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Tara Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Tiverton Branch | 0.0 |
Hotels in Port Elgin
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port Elgin
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Port Elgin
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Port Elgin
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Port Elgin
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Elgin
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Port Elgin
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Port Elgin
6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Port Elgin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlaw Brew Co | ||||
| Three Sheets Brewing | ||||
| Three Sheets Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Port Elgin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Port Elgin
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goderich Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Kincardine Municipal Airport | YKD | Medium Airport |
| Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport | YOS | Medium Airport |
| Wiarton Airport | YVV | Medium Airport |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| East Linton (Kerr Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Ethel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Farrow's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Griffith Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hay Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Forest Roths' Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nenagh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Owen Sound (Cook Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Palmerston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Port Elgin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robinson International Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Roth Field | - | Small Airport |
| Shepherd's Landing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southampton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Varys Field | - | Small Airport |
| White Cloud Island | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Port Elgin
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Port Elgin Post Office | |
| Southampton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Elgin
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Missionary Church | |
| Port Elgin United Church | |
| Southampton United Church | |
| St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church | |
| St. Joseph Church | |
| St. Patrick Church | |
| St. Paul’s Anglican Church | |
| Tolme Memorial Presbyterian Church |
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What is the population of Port Elgin?
Port Elgin has a population of 7,862 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 108.0 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 Elgin 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 Elgin safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Port Elgin receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Port Elgin?
Port Elgin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 59.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Port Elgin?
The unemployment rate in Port Elgin 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 244 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 Elgin?
The median home value in Port Elgin is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Port Elgin?
32.9% of adults in Port Elgin 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 Elgin?
The average commute in Port Elgin is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Port Elgin?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Elgin 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.