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Southgate, ON

Ontario

Southgate is a small city in Ontario with a population of 8,716. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,716 Population 35/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $44,400 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,230 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,230/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,230
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,716
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$44,400
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty13.4%
Commute35 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,230
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,020
Rent Burden21.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Southgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southgate receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Southgate has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southgate is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southgate is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Southgate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Southgate has a population of 8,716 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 5.9% Black, 4% Asian.

Population

8,716
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
248.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Southgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.1%
3% below US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages23.1%

Social Characteristics

Southgate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southgate is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Southgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home31.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Southgate is $600,000, 113% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,230 (6% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,230
6% above US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.6%
Housing Units3,020

Property Tax

In Southgate, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Southgate 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

Southgate has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Area248.3 sq mi (643.1 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates44.0988°N, 80.5966°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area248.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home31.8%

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