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Smiths Falls, ON
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Smiths Falls is a small city in Ontario with a population of 9,254. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
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How Smiths Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Smiths Falls a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Smiths Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Smiths Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Smiths Falls is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Smiths Falls is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x 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
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Smiths Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 58.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Smiths Falls vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Smiths Falls vs U.S. Average
Income: Smiths Falls vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $61,200 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,360 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $776 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.1% |
| 181% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 287 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 13.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.4% |
| Housing Units | 4,310 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Smiths Falls 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 | 47.2°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,482/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9045°N, 76.0233°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in |
Smiths Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 16°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.5% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 34.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,482/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 13.6% |
Schools in Smiths Falls
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montague Public School | — | — | — | — |
| North Elmsley Public School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Luke Catholic High School | — | — | — | — |
| Duncan J Schoular Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute | — | — | — | — |
| St. Francis de Sales Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Chimo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| TR Leger School - Smiths Falls | — | — | — | — |
| Lombardy Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Smiths Falls
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada At Large | alternative / indie, alternative rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ottawa KiSS 105.3 FM (CISSFM) | pop | 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 | |
| CKVV 97.5 "Moose FM" Kemptville, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CKVV 97.5 "Juice FM" Kemptville, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CKDJ "AIR-AM 1700" Algonquin College-Ottawa, ON | campus radio, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| CIDG-FM "Rebel Rock101.7" Ottawa, ON | classic rock, mainstream rock | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CIWW CityNews Ottawa | news, sport | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKCU The Mighty 93.1 | college radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ottawa CHEZ 106.1 (CHEZFM) | hard rock, metal | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CJET-FM Country 92.3 | — | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Smiths Falls
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archives Lanark | ||||
| Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum | ||||
| McMartin House | ||||
| Musée Inga-Va | ||||
| Perth Museum | ||||
| Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario |
Libraries in Smiths Falls
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carleton Place Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elizabethtown Kitley Public Library - Toledo Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Merrickville Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Grenville Public Library - Burrits Rapids Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Perth & District Union Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Rideau Lakes Public Library - South Elmsley Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Smith Falls Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Smiths Falls
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carleton Place Farmer's Market | |||||
| Perth Farmers Market |
Hotels in Smiths Falls
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Smiths Falls
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Smiths Falls
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Smiths Falls
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Smiths Falls
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Smiths Falls
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Smiths Falls
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Smiths Falls
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Smiths Falls
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Smiths Falls
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Smiths Falls
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Smiths Falls
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Smiths Falls
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Smiths Falls
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Degrees Brewing Company | ||||
| Braumeister Brewing Co. | ||||
| Bridge Masters Brewing Company | ||||
| Perth Brewery | ||||
| Stalwart Brewing Company |
Ski Resorts Near Smiths Falls
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pakenham Ski Hill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Camp Fortune | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Cascades Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Smiths Falls
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | YOW | Large Airport |
| Kingston Norman Rogers Airport | YGK | Medium Airport |
| Ogdensburg International Airport | OGS | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Carp Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Gatineau Airport | YND | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport | YRO | Medium Airport |
| Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport | YSH | Medium Airport |
| 1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| 1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Arnprior Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport | XBR | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Carleton Place Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cedar Hill Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Devereaux Rd Farm 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 |
| Hendricks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Iroquois Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kenmore Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kingston / Riverland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lavant Private Field | — | Small Airport |
| Maxson Airfield | AXB | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Bearbrook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Parti Field | — | Small Airport |
| Pontiac Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ritchie Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Smiths Falls Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Smiths Falls
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Jasper Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Smiths Falls
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Pentecostal | |
| Calvary Bible Church | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Smith Falls Assemblies of God | |
| Smiths Falls Free Methodist | |
| St John the Evangelist | |
| St. Francis De Sales Church | |
| The Salvation Army Mississippi-Rideau Lakes | |
| Trinity United Church of Canada | |
| United Pentecostal Church | |
| Valley Christian Alliance Church | |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | |
| Wolford Chapel |
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What is the population of Smiths Falls?
Smiths Falls has a population of 9,254 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2,482 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.5% male.
Is Smiths Falls expensive to live in?
The median household income is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Smiths Falls safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Smiths Falls receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Smiths Falls?
Smiths Falls has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 58.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Smiths Falls?
The job market in Smiths Falls faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $776. There are 287 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 13.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Smiths Falls?
The median home value in Smiths Falls is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 54.6%.
How are the schools in Smiths Falls?
7.5% of adults in Smiths Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Smiths Falls?
The average commute in Smiths Falls is 27 minutes. 75.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Smiths Falls?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Smiths Falls is 95.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.8% Asian. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home.