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Ridgetown, ON

Ontario

Ridgetown is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,002. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,002 Population 616/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,002
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density616/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,201
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Ridgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridgetown 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. Ridgetown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridgetown 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 Ridgetown 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

Ridgetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow.

Ridgetown has a population of 3,002 with a density of 616 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

3,002
Total Population
616
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Ridgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridgetown is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 93 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ridgetown 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridgetown is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,201 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,201

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, Ridgetown receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ridgetown 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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Ridgetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°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 36.4 inches. The area receives 10.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density616/sq mi
Coordinates42.4354°N, 81.8873°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 10.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 10, 2019 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M4.0 91 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 105 km
Mar 12, 2007 Ohio M3.7 135 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 91 km
Aug 28, 2023 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 109 km
Oct 16, 1993 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 109 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 79 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 86 km
Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 99 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 106 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 110 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 99 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 87 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 84 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 88 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 54 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 99 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 108 km
Jan 4, 2022 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.8 90 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 75 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in

Ridgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.1").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density616/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Ridgetown

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Naahii Ridge Public School - - - -
St. Michael Catholic School - - - -
Ridgetown District High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ridgetown

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ridgetown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Freedom Library and Military Museum

Libraries in Ridgetown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blenheim Public Library0.0
Chatham Kent Public Library - Highgate Branch0.0
Chatham-Kent Public Library - Ridgetown Branch0.0
Chatham-Kent Public Library – Bothwell0.0
Elgin County Library - Rodney0.0
Lambton County Library - Florence0.0
Middlesex County Library - Newbury0.0
Middlesex County Library - Wardsville0.0

Cafes in Ridgetown

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Theme Parks in Ridgetown

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenview Aviaries Park & Zoo

Clinics in Ridgetown

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chatham-Kent Family Health Team – Ridgetown

Gas Stations in Ridgetown

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
GOCO
Petro Line
Ridgetown Feed Supply
Yeck's

Banks in Ridgetown

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
RBC

Golf Courses in Ridgetown

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ridgetown Golf & Country Club

Airports Near Ridgetown

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chris Hadfield AirportYZRMedium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
Blackacre Farm Airport-Small Airport
Butler Airfield-Small Airport
Carnie Airfield-Small Airport
Chatham Kent AirportXCMSmall Airport
Colinville Field-Small Airport
Crystal Airport-Small Airport
David's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Dobie Field-Small Airport
Dutton Airport-Small Airport
Harsens Island Airport-Small Airport
Highgate Airport-Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)-Small Airport
Leamington Airport-Small Airport
Lenox Airport-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Marine City Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Merlin Airport-Small Airport
Reeces Corners Airport-Small Airport
Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport-Small Airport
St Clair County International AirportPHNSmall Airport
Stoney Point (Le Cunff) Airport-Small Airport
Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport-Small Airport
Triple Nickel Airport-Small Airport
Wabash Airport-Small Airport
Warren Field-Small Airport
Wheatly (Robinson Motorcycles) Airfield-Small Airport
Yellow Gold Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ridgetown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ridgetown Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ridgetown

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapel of Ease
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Church of the Advent
Emmanuel Congregational Church
Erie Street United Church
Marsh Street Baptist Church
Morpeth Anglican Church
Morpeth United Church
Mount Zion Presbyterian Church
New Scotland United Church
Ridge Community Church
Ridgetown Baptist Church
Saint Michael Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ridgetown

What is the population of Ridgetown?

Ridgetown has a population of 3,002 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 616 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 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 Ridgetown 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 Ridgetown safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ridgetown?

Ridgetown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ridgetown?

The unemployment rate in Ridgetown 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 93 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 Ridgetown?

The median home value in Ridgetown is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Ridgetown?

32.9% of adults in Ridgetown 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 Ridgetown?

The average commute in Ridgetown is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ridgetown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ridgetown 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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