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Southwest Middlesex, ON

Ontario · London Metro

Southwest Middlesex is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,893. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,893 Population 36/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $43,840 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$710 Median Rent 13.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 9.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $710/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,893
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$43,840
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty10.3%
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$710
Ownership79.2%
Housing Units2,400
Rent Burden13.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation728 ft (222 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Southwest Middlesex a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southwest Middlesex receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Southwest Middlesex has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southwest Middlesex is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 10.3% 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 Southwest Middlesex is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x 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

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Southwest Middlesex experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.

Southwest Middlesex has a population of 5,893 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 165.2 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94% of residents.

Population

5,893
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
165.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Southwest Middlesex vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

Southwest Middlesex vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southwest Middlesex is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,840 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $843, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 183 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 21.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southwest Middlesex vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,840
Avg Weekly Wage$843

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)183

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Southwest Middlesex is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,400 total housing units in the city. 13.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg
Rent Burden13.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.2%
Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
Housing Units2,400

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, Southwest Middlesex receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Southwest Middlesex 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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Southwest Middlesex experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area165.2 sq mi (427.8 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates42.7426°N, 81.7035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 10, 2019 1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M4.0 120 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 116 km
Oct 16, 1993 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 129 km
Aug 28, 2023 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 128 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 113 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 100 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 108 km
Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 128 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 121 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 136 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 119 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 111 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 116 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 110 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 88 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 119 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 121 km
Jan 4, 2022 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.8 119 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 104 km
Mar 8, 2013 5 km NNW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.7 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 77 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Southwest Middlesex has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 22°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.3").

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8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area165.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Schools in Southwest Middlesex

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glencoe District High School - - - -
Ekcoe Central School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Southwest Middlesex

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHST-FM "Jack 102.3" London, ON adult hits, classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLO "Classic Rock 98.1 FM" London, ON classic rock, rebranding AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
FAITH 99.9 CHJX christian AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Southwest Middlesex

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Longwoods Road Resource Centre and Museum
Ska-Nah-Doht Village
Ska-Nah-Doht Village
Ska-Nah-Doht Village

Libraries in Southwest Middlesex

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chatham Kent Public Library - Highgate Branch0.0
Chatham-Kent Public Library – Bothwell0.0
Elgin County Library - Dutton0.0
Elgin County Library - Rodney0.0
Lambton County Library - Alvinston0.0
Lambton County Library - Watford0.0
Middlesex County Library - Glencoe0.0
Middlesex County Library - Melbourne0.0
Middlesex County Library - Mount Brydges0.0
Middlesex County Library - Newbury0.0
Middlesex County Library - Strathroy0.0
Middlesex County Library - Wardsville0.0
West Lorne Library0.0

Airports Near Southwest Middlesex

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Chris Hadfield AirportYZRMedium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Butler Airfield-Small Airport
Carnie Airfield-Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Chatham Kent AirportXCMSmall Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Colinville Field-Small Airport
Dobie Field-Small Airport
Dutton Airport-Small Airport
Grand Bend Airport-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Highgate Airport-Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Merlin Airport-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport
Reeces Corners Airport-Small Airport
Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport-Small Airport
Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport-Small Airport
Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport-Small Airport
Triple Nickel Airport-Small Airport
Wabash Airport-Small Airport
Warren Field-Small Airport
Wheatly (Robinson Motorcycles) Airfield-Small Airport
Yellow Gold Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southwest Middlesex

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Appin Presbyterian Church
Church of Christ Disciples
Glencoe Presbyterian Church
Saint John's United Church
St. Gregorios Jacobite Syriac Orthodox Church
Trinity United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southwest Middlesex

What is the population of Southwest Middlesex?

Southwest Middlesex has a population of 5,893 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 165.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Southwest Middlesex expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Southwest Middlesex safe?

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

What is the weather like in Southwest Middlesex?

Southwest Middlesex has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Southwest Middlesex?

The job market in Southwest Middlesex faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $843. There are 183 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 21.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Southwest Middlesex?

The median home value in Southwest Middlesex is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $710. The homeownership rate is 79.2%.

How are the schools in Southwest Middlesex?

8.0% of adults in Southwest Middlesex hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Southwest Middlesex?

The average commute in Southwest Middlesex is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Southwest Middlesex?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southwest Middlesex is 98.3% White, 0.9% Asian. 94% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Glencoe, ON 2,126 pop · 0.8 mi West Lorne, ON 1,337 pop · 11.2 mi Brooke-Alvinston, ON 2,359 pop · 12.1 mi Dutton/Dunwich, ON 4,152 pop · 12.1 mi West Elgin, ON 5,060 pop · 12.4 mi Adelaide-Metcalfe, ON 3,011 pop · 12.7 mi Strathroy-Caradoc, ON 23,871 pop · 13.6 mi Strathroy, ON 23,871 pop · 15.3 mi Mount Brydges, ON 1,842 pop · 15.6 mi Watford, ON 1,536 pop · 17.0 mi Dawn-Euphemia, ON 1,968 pop · 17.4 mi Southwold, ON 4,851 pop · 18.9 mi Delaware, ON 2,521 pop · 18.9 mi Middlesex Centre, ON 18,928 pop · 21.9 mi
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