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South Dundas, ON

Ontario

South Dundas is a small city in Ontario with a population of 11,044. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,044 Population 55/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $45,960 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$890 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $890/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,044
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$45,960
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty11.1%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$890
Ownership80.8%
Housing Units4,655
Rent Burden14.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+33.5%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute32 min

Is South Dundas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Dundas receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Dundas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Dundas is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Dundas is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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%. 33.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

South Dundas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.

South Dundas has a population of 11,044 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 201.4 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.1% of residents.

Population

11,044
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
201.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

South Dundas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish 4.1%
69% below US avg
Other Languages 4.8%

Social Characteristics

South Dundas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Dundas is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,960 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $884, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 342 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: South Dundas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,960
Avg Weekly Wage$884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)342

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in South Dundas is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 80.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,655 total housing units in the city. 14.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.8%
Owner-Occupied80.8%
Renter-Occupied19.2%
Housing Units4,655

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, South Dundas receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: South Dundas 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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South Dundas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area201.4 sq mi (521.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates44.9486°N, 75.2648°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

153 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 105 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 133 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 124 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 133 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 91 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 132 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 125 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 72 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 140 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 96 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 76 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 96 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 94 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 73 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 112 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 137 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 100 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 134 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 141 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in

South Dundas has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+33.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area201.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home18.4%

Schools in South Dundas

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Seaway District High School — — — —
Iroquois Public School — — — —
Timothy Christian School — — — —
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Radio Stations near South Dundas

37 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.3 Country (US) country FLV
CFGO "TSN 1200" Ottawa, ON bell media, sports news AAC+ 40 kbps
CBC Radio One - Ottawa, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Ottawa (CBO-FM) information, news UNKNOWN
CFRA "News Talk Radio 580" Ottawa, ON news talk AAC+ 40 kbps
TSN 1200 live sports, sports AAC+ 40 kbps
CFTX-FM 96.5 "BPM Sports" Gatineau, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
Canada At Large alternative / indie, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
CHRI 99.1 Ottawa — MP3 128 kbps
Ottawa Live 885 (CLIVFM) alternative, alternative rock AAC 145 kbps
CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON community radio, radio communautaire AAC 128 kbps
Ottawa KiSS 105.3 FM (CISSFM) pop AAC+ 47 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Ottawa, ON blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKOF "FM 104.7 Outaouais" Gatineau, QC actualités, news MP3
Irish Radio Canada — MP3 64 kbps
Labgate Hitwave Rewind old hits, pop MP3 128 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (MP3 Stream) campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
CHUO-FM 89.1 University of Ottawa, ON community radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
CHEZ-FM 106.1 "Chez 106" Ottawa, ON mainstream rock, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON — MP3 128 kbps
CKCU FM 93.1 alternative, college radio MP3 256 kbps
CKCU 93.1 FM — MP3 256 kbps
CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (AAC Stream) campus radio, student radio AAC+ 56 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Ottawa-Gatineau) Ottawa, ON radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CILV-FM 88.5 "Live Eighty Eight Five" - Ottawa, ON alternative rock, stingray network AAC 130 kbps
106.1 CHEZ mainstream rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CJET-FM Country 92.3 — UNKNOWN
Ottawa CHEZ 106.1 (CHEZFM) hard rock, metal AAC+ 47 kbps
CKCU The Mighty 93.1 college radio MP3 256 kbps
CIWW CityNews Ottawa news, sport AAC+ 47 kbps
CIDG-FM "Rebel Rock101.7" Ottawa, ON classic rock, mainstream rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CKDJ "AIR-AM 1700" Algonquin College-Ottawa, ON campus radio, contemporary hits AAC+ 96 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Juice FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKVV 97.5 "Moose FM" Kemptville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKPP 107.9 "Moose FM" Prescott, ON variety hits AAC+ 57 kbps
Country 106.7 country AAC 198 kbps
Country 94.1 — AAC 128 kbps

Museums in South Dundas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREDERIC REMINGTON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3153932425$1,107,257
ST LAWRENCE POWER & EQUIPMENT MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$140,182
CLARK HOUSE PRESERVATIONHISTORY MUSEUM$11
FORSYTHE RIFLESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MADRID HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION191 COUNTY ROUTE 31
Aultsville Train Station
Battle of Crysler's Farm National Historic Site
Carman House Museum
Chesterville and District Heritage Centre
Doran Bay Model Ship Museum
Dundas County Archives
Osgoode Township Historical Society and Museum
Upper Canada Interprative Centre

Libraries in South Dundas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OGDENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY312 WASHINGTON STREET0.042,195
HEPBURN LIBRARY OF WADDINGTON30 MAIN STREET0.014,321
HEPBURN LIBRARY OF LISBON6899 COUNTY ROUTE 100.08,887
HEPBURN LIBRARY OF MADRID11 CHURCH STREET0.08,170
Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library - Cardinal Branch0.0
Ottawa Public Library - Vernon Branch0.0
SDG Library - Chesterville Branch0.0
SDG Library - Finch Branch0.0
SDG Library - Iroquois Branch0.0
SDG Library - Morrisburg Branch0.0
SDG Library - South Mountain Branch0.0
SDG Library - Williamsburg Branch0.0
SDG Library - Winchester Branch0.0

Gas Stations in South Dundas

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #1246070512
MacEwen
XTR

Banks in South Dundas

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank

Golf Courses in South Dundas

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cedar Glen Golf Course

Breweries in South Dundas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Windmill Brewery

Ski Resorts Near South Dundas

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Loon Mountain 50.0 12 930 $73 November - April — Yes
Camp Fortune 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Cascades Ski 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sommet Edelweiss 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Centre Vorlage 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in South Dundas

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
WAGNER RDTOWER94
OFF IRISH SETTLEMENT RDTOWER94
1620 COUNTY ROUTE 28 (77444)GTOWER59
45 MCGINNIS ROAD (77434)GTOWER59

Airports Near South Dundas

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Ogdensburg International AirportOGSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
Alexandria Aerodrome—Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Cheney—Small Airport
Degrasse Moores Airport—Small Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm Strip—Small Airport
Django Field—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hawkesbury (East) Airport—Small Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field—Small Airport
Hawkesbury Airport—Small Airport
Hendricks Field—Small Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
Hurlbut Field—Small Airport
Indian Creek Field—Small Airport
Iroquois Airport—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kenmore Aerodrome—Small Airport
Long Sault Airstrip—Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Maxville Airport—Small Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Morrisburg Airport—Small Airport
Navan Bearbrook Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome—Small Airport
Pendleton Airport—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in South Dundas

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
Willamsburg Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in South Dundas

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brinston United Church
Community Reformed Christian Church
Rowena Full Gospel Tabernacle
South Dundas Lutheran Community Church
Williamsburg Christian Reformed Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Dundas

What is the population of South Dundas?

South Dundas has a population of 11,044 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 201.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.3% male.

Is South Dundas expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is South Dundas safe?

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

What is the weather like in South Dundas?

South Dundas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in South Dundas?

The job market in South Dundas faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $884. There are 342 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 18.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in South Dundas?

The median home value in South Dundas is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $890. The homeownership rate is 80.8%.

How are the schools in South Dundas?

7.5% of adults in South Dundas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.5% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in South Dundas?

The average commute in South Dundas is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of South Dundas?

The racial and ethnic makeup of South Dundas is 98.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 91.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish.

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