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Prince Edward, ON

Ontario · Belleville-Quinte West Metro

Prince Edward is a small city in Ontario with a population of 25,704. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
25,704 Population 63/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $52,450 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,080 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 9.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,080/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

How Prince Edward Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25,704
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$52,450
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty10.1%
Commute26 min

Housing

C
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,080
Ownership81.6%
Housing Units11,330
Rent Burden16.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+28.9%
Graduate+6.2%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Prince Edward a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince Edward receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Prince Edward has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince Edward is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prince Edward is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Prince Edward experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 52.6 inches of snow.

Prince Edward has a population of 25,704 with a density of 63 people per square mile, spread across 406.4 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents.

Population

25,704
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
406.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince Edward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 6.1%

Social Characteristics

Prince Edward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince Edward is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,450 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,009, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 797 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 38.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Prince Edward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)797

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home38.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Prince Edward is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 81.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,330 total housing units in the city. 16.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.6%
Owner-Occupied81.6%
Renter-Occupied18.4%
Housing Units11,330

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, Prince Edward receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Prince Edward 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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Prince Edward experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 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 40.4 inches. The area receives 52.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area406.4 sq mi (1,052.6 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates44.0001°N, 77.2495°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 52.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.90"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 144 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 100 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 58 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 81 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 150 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 87 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 139 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 16 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 82 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 130 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 69 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 110 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 99 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 79 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 125 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 149 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 3.1 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in

Prince Edward has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 21°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.4").

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15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
54% below US avg
High School+28.9%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area406.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home38.2%

Schools in Prince Edward

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
C M L Snider Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Prince Edward

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greater Napanee MyFM 88.7 — AAC+ 32 kbps
CJOJ-FM 95.5 "Hits FM" Belleville, ON 80's, 90's AAC+ 98 kbps
CHCQ-FM 100.1 "Cool 100" Belleville, ON new country AAC+ 98 kbps

Museums in Prince Edward

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ameliasburgh Historical Museum
Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum
Macaulay Heritage Park Museum
Naval Marine Archive The Canadian Collection
Port Milford Historic Village
UEL Heritage Centre & Park
Wellington Community Historic Museum

Libraries in Prince Edward

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Belleville Public Library0.0
Deseronto Public Library0.0
Kanhiote Public Library0.0
Parrott Centre0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Ameliasburg Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Bloomfield Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Millford Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Picton Branch0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Wellington Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Prince Edward

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
George Zegouras Market Square

Hotels in Prince Edward

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angeline's Inn
Drake Devonshire

Cafes in Prince Edward

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kin Cafe
Rise Coffee House
The General Coffee Gift Goods
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Prince Edward

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mustang Drive-In

Gas Stations in Prince Edward

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MacEwen

Banks in Prince Edward

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Scotiabank

Golf Courses in Prince Edward

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wellington On the Lake Course
Wellington On the Lake Course

Breweries in Prince Edward

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barley Days Brewery
Glenora Craft Brewery
Parsons Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Prince Edward

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Prince Edward

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Belleville Aerodrome—Small Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake Airport—Small Airport
Camden East Airstrip—Small Airport
Fawcettville Airfield—Small Airport
Greenbush Airport—Small Airport
Hastings / Sweetwater Farms Airport—Small Airport
Kingston / Riverland Airfield—Small Airport
Napanee Airstrip—Small Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip—Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Para-Tech Airport—Small Airport
Rednersville / Aery—Small Airport
Selby - Howard's Airstrip—Small Airport
Stirling Airport—Small Airport
Stirling Private Aerodrome—Small Airport
Trenton/Mountain View Airport—Small Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Prince Edward

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prince Edward

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Francis of Rome
St. Andrew's Wellington
Wellington United

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prince Edward

What is the population of Prince Edward?

Prince Edward has a population of 25,704 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 406.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Prince Edward expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Prince Edward safe?

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

What is the weather like in Prince Edward?

Prince Edward has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 52.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Prince Edward?

The job market in Prince Edward faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,009. There are 797 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 38.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Prince Edward?

The median home value in Prince Edward is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,080. The homeownership rate is 81.6%.

How are the schools in Prince Edward?

15.3% of adults in Prince Edward hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Prince Edward?

The average commute in Prince Edward is 26 minutes. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 38.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Prince Edward?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Prince Edward is 96.9% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.4% Asian. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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