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Rideau Lakes, ON

Ontario

Rideau Lakes is a small city in Ontario with a population of 10,883. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
10,883 Population 40/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $49,280 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$870 Median Rent 12.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 9.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $870/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How Rideau Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,883
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$49,280
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty9.8%
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$870
Ownership87.9%
Housing Units4,695
Rent Burden12.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+4.5%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Rideau Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rideau Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Rideau Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rideau Lakes is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rideau Lakes is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rideau Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow.

Rideau Lakes has a population of 10,883 with a density of 40 people per square mile, spread across 274.8 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94% of residents.

Population

10,883
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
274.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rideau Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Rideau Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rideau Lakes is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,280 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $948, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 337 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 23.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rideau Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,280
Avg Weekly Wage$948

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)337

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rideau Lakes is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below the national average of $1,163). 87.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,695 total housing units in the city. 12.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden12.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.9%
Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied12.3%
Housing Units4,695

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, Rideau Lakes receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rideau Lakes 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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Rideau Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°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 36.5 inches. The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area274.8 sq mi (711.8 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates44.6957°N, 76.2571°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 146 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 118 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 139 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 133 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 129 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 118 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 138 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 94 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 108 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 144 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 108 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 125 km
Jun 24, 2010 27 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.2 143 km
Jul 31, 1997 0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York M3.2 139 km
Aug 24, 2011 13 km ENE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.2 148 km
Sep 9, 2015 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.2 120 km
Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 145 km
May 8, 2009 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada M3.1 92 km
Jul 31, 2017 30 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 146 km
May 17, 2013 21 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.1 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in

Rideau Lakes has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 15°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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12.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area274.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home23.4%

Schools in Rideau Lakes

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rideau District High School — — — —
South Crosby Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Rideau Lakes

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ancient FM ancient music, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kingston, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CFMK-FM 96.3 "Big FM" Kingston, ON (AAC Stream) classic hits, classic rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON active rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CKBY "92.3 Country" Smith Falls, ON country UNKNOWN
CJET-FM "City News 101.1" Smith Falls, ON format change, news AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Rideau Lakes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
McMartin House
Musée Inga-Va
Perth Museum
Rideau District Museum
Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario

Libraries in Rideau Lakes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Lyndhurst Branch0.0
Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Seeley's Bay Branch0.0
Perth & District Union Public Library0.0
Rideau Lakes Public Library - Elgin Branch0.0
Rideau Lakes Public Library - Newboro Branch0.0
Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch0.0
Rideau Lakes Public Library - South Elmsley Branch0.0
Smith Falls Public Library0.0
Westport Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rideau Lakes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Perth Farmers Market
Wendy's Country Market
Westport Market

Gas Stations in Rideau Lakes

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ultramar

Banks in Rideau Lakes

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO
RBC
RBC

Breweries in Rideau Lakes

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
4 Degrees Brewing Company
Bridge Masters Brewing Company
Perth Brewery
Westport Brewing Co.

Ski Resorts Near Rideau Lakes

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Rideau Lakes

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Kingston Norman Rogers AirportYGKMedium Airport
Ottawa / Carp Airport—Medium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
Watertown International AirportARTMedium Airport
Wheeler Sack Army Air Field—Medium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
Arnprior Airport—Small Airport
Baker Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake Airport—Small Airport
Camden East Airstrip—Small Airport
Carleton Place Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Hill Aerodrome—Small Airport
Countryman's Landing Strip—Small Airport
Django Field—Small Airport
Flint Field—Small Airport
Fumerton Field—Small Airport
Gananoque Airport—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
John Gonzales Field—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kingston / Riverland Airfield—Small Airport
Lavant Private Field—Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Napanee Airstrip—Small Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip—Small Airport
Ompah Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Parti Field—Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field—Small Airport
Ritchie Airfield—Small Airport
Salubrious Point Airport—Small Airport
Selby - Howard's Airstrip—Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Tomvale Airport—Small Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Rideau Lakes

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rideau Lakes

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Newboro United Church
Portland United Church
Simpson Masonic Lodge of Newboro

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rideau Lakes

What is the population of Rideau Lakes?

Rideau Lakes has a population of 10,883 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 274.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Rideau Lakes expensive to live in?

The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rideau Lakes safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rideau Lakes?

Rideau Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rideau Lakes?

The job market in Rideau Lakes faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $948. There are 337 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 23.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rideau Lakes?

The median home value in Rideau Lakes is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $870. The homeownership rate is 87.9%.

How are the schools in Rideau Lakes?

12.2% of adults in Rideau Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rideau Lakes?

The average commute in Rideau Lakes is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rideau Lakes?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rideau Lakes is 98.2% White, 1.2% Asian. 94% of residents speak only English at home.

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