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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /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
2.5 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units3,020
Rent Burden21.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
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

Is Southgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southgate receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

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

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.

Southgate has a population of 8,716 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 248.3 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 5.9% Black, 4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.1% of residents.

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 Only 76.1%
3% below US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 23.1%

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. Per capita income is $44,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $854, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 270 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 31.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,400
Avg Weekly Wage$854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)270

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,230 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,020 total housing units in the city. 21.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.6%
Housing Units3,020

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, Southgate receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Southgate 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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Southgate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.3"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.21"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 M3.8 135 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 124 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 138 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 137 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 122 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 128 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 130 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 - 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.0 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.7 in

Southgate has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.9").

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7.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area248.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Southgate

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
CJGB-FM "LITE 99.3" Meaford, ON soft adult contemporary AAC+ 47 kbps
CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON community radio, hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON rhythmic contemporary hits AAC+ 47 kbps
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3

Museums in Southgate

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
South Grey Museum

Libraries in Southgate

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grey Highlands Public Library - Flesherton0.0
Grey Highlands Public Library - Markdale0.0
Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library0.0
Wellington County Library - Mount Forest Branch0.0
West Grey Public Library - Durham0.0

Ski Resorts Near Southgate

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 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 - - -
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 - - -

Airports Near Southgate

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-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
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway 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
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
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-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
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southgate

What is the population of Southgate?

Southgate has a population of 8,716 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 248.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Southgate expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Southgate safe?

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

What is the weather like in Southgate?

Southgate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Southgate?

The unemployment rate in Southgate is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $854. There are 270 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 31.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Southgate?

The median home value in Southgate is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,230. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

How are the schools in Southgate?

7.2% of adults in Southgate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Southgate?

The average commute in Southgate is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 31.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Southgate?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southgate is 88% White, 5.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian. 76.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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