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Shelburne, ON
Ontario · Barrie Metro
Shelburne is a small city in Ontario with a population of 8,994. Residents earn $99,000 per year, which is 32% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Shelburne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Shelburne a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Shelburne 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, long commute times. Shelburne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Shelburne is $99,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 32% above $75,149. This places Shelburne among higher-income communities. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Shelburne is $670,000, making it a premium housing market at 138% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x 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
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Shelburne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 67.9 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Shelburne vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shelburne vs U.S. Average
Income: Shelburne vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $99,000 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,520 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $875 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.0% |
| 178% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 279 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 16.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $670,000 |
| 138% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,100 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 23.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 80.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.7% |
| Housing Units | 3,025 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Shelburne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,631 ft (497 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,550/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0787°N, 80.2041°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in |
Shelburne has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 17°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.4% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 35.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3,550/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 40.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 16.5% |
Schools in Shelburne
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyland Heights Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Centre Dufferin District High School | - | - | - | - |
| Centennial Hylands Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Glenbrook Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primrose Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shelburne
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIRPORT LOUNGE RADIO | aereoporto, airport | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIRF-AM 1350 "Radio Humsafar" Brampton, ON | multicultural, multilingual | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) | country | AAC 64 kbps | |
| CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) | country | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON | community radio, hot adult contemporary | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Vinyl Voyage Radio | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Disney Country FM 89.1 | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKMO 101.5 "FM101" Orangeville, ON | adult contemporary | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON | rhythmic contemporary hits | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CIMA 92.1 "FM 92 South Simcoe" Alliston, ON | adult contemporary | AAC+ 56 kbps |
Museums in Shelburne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dufferin County Museum & Archives | ||||
| Rail Museum & Tour |
Libraries in Shelburne
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caledon Public Library - Alton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Caledon Public Library - Caledon Village Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Grand Valley Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orangeville Public Library - Alder Street | 0.0 | |||||
| Orangeville Public Library - Mill Street | 0.0 | |||||
| Shelburne Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Shelburne
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Shelburne
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shelburne
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Shelburne
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shelburne
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shelburne
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shelburne
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shelburne
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shelburne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creemore Springs Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Shelburne
15 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Eden | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| The small snow downhill tubing | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hockley Valley Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mansfield Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Devil's Glen Country Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beaver Valley Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Highlands Nordic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Valley Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osler Bluff Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blue Mountain Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Craigleith Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpine Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Georgian Peaks Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Horseshoe Valley Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| The Heights Ski & Country Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Shelburne
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto Pearson International Airport | YYZ | Large Airport |
| Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport | YLK | Medium Airport |
| Brampton-Caledon Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Huronia Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport | YOS | Medium Airport |
| Region of Waterloo International Airport | YKF | Medium Airport |
| Alliston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur (Metz Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur (Peskett Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barrie Executive Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beeton Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bellamy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Baird Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Ellen Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bradford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Briggs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Burlington Executive Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge / Reid's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| Cardwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Collingwood Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conestogo / Largo Woods Field | - | Small Airport |
| Conn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Creemore Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Damascus Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| East Linton (Kerr Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Edenvale Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira (East) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Erin Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Farrow's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fergus (Royland Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Flamboro Centre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flesherton (Smithorrs Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Gamble Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gilford | - | Small Airport |
| Glendale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley (Black Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley / Luther Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley/Martin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grenfel Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shelburne
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shelburne
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gimmie Shelter Ltd. | |
| St. Paul's Anglican Church | |
| Trinity United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Shelburne
What is the population of Shelburne?
Shelburne has a population of 8,994 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 3,550 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.3% male.
Is Shelburne expensive to live in?
The median household income is $99,000, 32% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $670,000 (138% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Shelburne safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Shelburne receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Shelburne?
Shelburne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 67.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shelburne?
The job market in Shelburne faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $875. There are 279 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 40 minutes, and 16.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Shelburne?
The median home value in Shelburne is $670,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 80.3%.
How are the schools in Shelburne?
10.4% of adults in Shelburne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Shelburne?
The average commute in Shelburne is 40 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Shelburne?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Shelburne is 70% White, 16.3% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 9% Asian. 87.1% of residents speak only English at home.