Port Stanley, ON
Ontario · London Metro
Port Stanley is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,148. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Port Stanley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Port Stanley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Port Stanley 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 Stanley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Port Stanley 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 Stanley 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 Stanley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Port Stanley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Port Stanley vs U.S. Average
Income: Port Stanley 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) | 67 |
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 | 859 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Port Stanley 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 | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6668°N, 81.2164°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 46 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in |
Port Stanley has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 156/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.8 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 Stanley
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle Creek Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Port Stanley
11 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 | |
| CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 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 | |
| CHPD 105.9 "De Brigj Radio" Aylmer, ON | community radio, mennonite | MP3 96 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 |
Museums in Port Stanley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin County Museum | ||||
| Elgin County Railway Museum | ||||
| Sparta Church Museum and Cultural Centre |
Libraries in Port Stanley
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin County Library - Alymer | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin County Library - Belmont | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin County Library - Port Stanley | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin County Library - Shedden | 0.0 | |||||
| London Public Library - Glanworth | 0.0 | |||||
| London Public Library - Lambeth | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Delaware | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Thomas Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Port Stanley
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port Stanley
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Port Stanley
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Port Stanley
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Port Stanley
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Stanley
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Port Stanley
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Port Stanley
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| St Thomas Municipal Airport | YQS | Medium Airport |
| Bushhawk Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carnie Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ceilidh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeskie Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | - | Small Airport |
| Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dobie Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dutton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harydale Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Highgate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innerkip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iona Station (Bobier Strip) | - | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| London Soaring Society | - | Small Airport |
| Lubitz Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melbourne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Northville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rand Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sargeant Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Skyview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tillsonburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Triple Nickel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Field | - | Small Airport |
| Willow Lake Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woodstock Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodstock Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yellow Gold Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Stanley
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Dexter United Church | |
| Plains Baptist Church | |
| Port Stanley Presbyterian Church | |
| Port Stanley United Church | |
| Saint Joseph's Catholic Church | |
| Union United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Port Stanley
What is the population of Port Stanley?
Port Stanley has a population of 2,148 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 156 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 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 Stanley 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 Stanley safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Port Stanley receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Port Stanley?
Port Stanley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 11.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Port Stanley?
The unemployment rate in Port Stanley 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 67 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 Stanley?
The median home value in Port Stanley is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Port Stanley?
32.9% of adults in Port Stanley 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 Stanley?
The average commute in Port Stanley is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Port Stanley?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Stanley 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.
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