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Severn, ON

Ontario · Barrie Metro

Severn is a small city in Ontario with a population of 14,576. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,576 Population 72/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $51,000 per capita
$650,000 Home Value
$980 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 10.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$650,000 home value, $980/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $650,000
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,576
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$51,000
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty7.8%
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$650,000
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,805
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation643 ft (196 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+30.8%
Graduate+3.2%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Severn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Severn receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Severn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Severn is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Severn is $650,000, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Severn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Severn has a population of 14,576 with a density of 72 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,576
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
202.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Severn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages4.7%

Social Characteristics

Severn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Severn is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 24.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Severn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Severn is $650,000, 131% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,805 total housing units in the city. 13.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$650,000
131% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%
Renter-Occupied10.1%
Housing Units5,805

Property Tax

In Severn, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Severn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Severn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.6 inches. The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 643 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation643 ft (196 m)
Area202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates44.7547°N, 79.5149°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 2.6 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.0 in

Severn has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 15°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and March the driest (2.5").

11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.8% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+30.8%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area202.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home24.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Severn

What is the population of Severn?

Severn has a population of 14,576 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Severn expensive to live in?

Severn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $650,000 (131% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Severn?

Severn 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 67°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Severn?

The job market in Severn faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 24.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Severn?

The median home value in Severn is $650,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $980.

How are the schools in Severn?

11.1% of adults in Severn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.8% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Severn?

The obesity rate in Severn is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Severn?

The average commute in Severn is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Severn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Severn is 97.5% White, 1.5% Asian. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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