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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.

Data updated June 2026

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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership89.9%
Housing Units5,805
Rent Burden13.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
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

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. 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.

Safety & Crime

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

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.

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.

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 Only 94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

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 average weekly wage is $981, 31% lower than the U.S. average. 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 area has 452 business establishments. 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
Avg Weekly Wage$981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)452

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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). 89.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). 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

Homeownership89.9%
Owner-Occupied89.9%
Renter-Occupied10.1%
Housing Units5,805

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, Severn receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Severn 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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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. 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

Geography

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.6"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 13.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.17"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 123 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 111 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 122 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 66 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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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). 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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area202.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Severn

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Barrie, ON features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKMB 107.5 "KOOL FM" Barrie, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CFJB-FM 95.7 "Rock 95" Barrie, ON - AAC+ 96 kbps
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (AAC Stream) modern rock AAC 64 kbps
CFBG 99.5 "Moose FM" Bracebridge, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CJLF "LIFE 100.3" Barrie, ON christian, christian praise&worship OGG
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (MP3 Stream) modern rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Severn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site
Coldwater Canadiana [woodrow homestead]
Grace and Speed
Orillia Art Musuem
Stephen Leacock Museum
Torrance Museum

Libraries in Severn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chippewas of Rama First Nation Public Library0.0
Gravenhurst Public Library0.0
Orillia Public Library0.0
Ramara Township Public Library - Atherley Branch0.0
Severn Township Public Library0.0
Tay Township Public Library - Waubaushene Branch0.0

Hotels in Severn

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bayview Wildwood Resort

Breweries in Severn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clear Lake Brewery
Clear Lake Brewery
Muskoka Brewery & Distillery
Sawdust City Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Severn

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ROC 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Devil's Glen Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Horseshoe Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The Heights Ski & Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Severn

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional AirportYLKMedium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)-Small Airport
Bala Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton Airport-Small Airport
Beaverton North-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield-Small Airport
Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Cooper Falls Airstrip-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dillon Field-Small Airport
Dimkovski Airpark-Small Airport
Dwight Airport-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Gilford-Small Airport
Greenbank-Uxbridge-Port Perry Airfield-Small Airport
Grenfel Field-Small Airport
Holland Landing Airpark-Small Airport
Hoskin Airport-Small Airport
Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Kirkfield / Balsam Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Lorneville Airstrip-Small Airport
Lumsden Air Park-Small Airport
Mansfield Airport-Small Airport
Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport-Small Airport
Palestine Airport-Small Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Pine Point Airfield-Small Airport
Platinum Park Airport-Small Airport
Port Carling Airport-Small Airport
Rolands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Rollick Airpark-Small Airport
Rosseau Airport-Small Airport
Sandford Field-Small Airport
Seagrave / North Port Airfield-Small Airport

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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?

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.

Is Severn safe?

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

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.

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 weekly wage is $981. There are 452 business establishments in the area. 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. The homeownership rate is 89.9%.

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.

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.

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