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Southwold, ON

Ontario · London Metro

Southwold is a small town in Ontario with a population of 4,851. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,851 Population 42/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $54,200 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$810 Median Rent 6.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 11.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $810/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,851
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$54,200
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty4.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$600,000
Rent$810
Ownership91.8%
Housing Units1,715
Rent Burden6.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+29.2%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Southwold a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southwold is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 40% above $75,149. This places Southwold among higher-income communities. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southwold is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Southwold experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow.

Southwold has a population of 4,851 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 116.4 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents.

Population

4,851
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
116.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Southwold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 5.6%

Social Characteristics

Southwold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southwold is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,042, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 150 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 28.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southwold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)150

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Southwold is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 91.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,715 total housing units in the city. 6.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden6.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.8%
Owner-Occupied91.8%
Renter-Occupied8.2%
Housing Units1,715

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, Southwold receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Southwold 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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Southwold experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 11.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area116.4 sq mi (301.4 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates42.7416°N, 81.3319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 11.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 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 M4.0 119 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 99 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 105 km
Oct 16, 1993 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 119 km
Aug 28, 2023 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 116 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 101 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 93 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 104 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 134 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 109 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 106 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 114 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 107 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 109 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 111 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 105 km
Jan 4, 2022 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.8 118 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 103 km
Mar 8, 2013 5 km NNW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.7 115 km
Apr 28, 2002 Ohio M2.7 99 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 - 57 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in

Southwold has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+29.2%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area116.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Radio Stations near Southwold

7 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
CIXX 106.9 "The X" Fanshawe College, London, ON campus radio, college radio AAC+ 32 kbps
CHPD 105.9 "De Brigj Radio" Aylmer, ON community radio, mennonite MP3 96 kbps
FAITH 99.9 CHJX christian AAC+ 32 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock canada, classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Southwold

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banting House
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
Elgin County Museum
Elgin County Railway Museum
First Hussars Museum
Longwoods Road Resource Centre and Museum
Museum London
Ska-Nah-Doht Village
Ska-Nah-Doht Village
Ska-Nah-Doht Village

Libraries in Southwold

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Elgin County Library - Belmont0.0
Elgin County Library - Dutton0.0
Elgin County Library - Port Stanley0.0
Elgin County Library - Shedden0.0
London Public Library - Bostwick0.0
London Public Library - Bostwick0.0
London Public Library - Byron0.0
London Public Library - Central0.0
London Public Library - Central0.0
London Public Library - Cherryhill0.0
London Public Library - Crouch0.0
London Public Library - Glanworth0.0
London Public Library - Jalna0.0
London Public Library - Jalna0.0
London Public Library - Lambeth0.0
London Public Library - Landon0.0
London Public Library - Pond Mills0.0
London Public Library - Pond Mills0.0
Middlesex County Library - Delaware0.0
Middlesex County Library - Komoka0.0
Middlesex County Library - Melbourne0.0
Middlesex County Library - Mount Brydges0.0
St. Thomas Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Southwold

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Covent Garden Market
The Market

Breweries in Southwold

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beerlab!
Beerlab!
Brewhaven
Brewhaven
Toboggan
Toboggan

Stadiums & Teams in Southwold

TeamLeagueDivision

Amtrak Stations in Southwold

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
London, ON352 Waterloo StreetBUS

Airports Near Southwold

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport-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
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club 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
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport
Rand Private Airfield-Small Airport
Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport-Small Airport
Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport-Small Airport
Skyview Airport-Small Airport
Stratford Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport-Small Airport
Tillsonburg Airport-Small Airport
Triple Nickel Airport-Small Airport
Wabash Airport-Small Airport
Warren Field-Small Airport
Willow Lake Airstrip-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport
Woodstock Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Yellow Gold Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Southwold

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health - London Wharncliffe
Hyde Park Care Pharmacy & Clinic
LASIK MD
London Family Health Team
Passport Health London Travel Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southwold

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethany United Church
Frome United Church
Iona Christian Fellowship
Iona Christian Fellowship
Iona Station Baptist Church
Knox Presbyterian Church
Saint Stephen's Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southwold

What is the population of Southwold?

Southwold has a population of 4,851 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 116.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Southwold expensive to live in?

The median household income is $105,000, 40% 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 $810 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Southwold safe?

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

What is the weather like in Southwold?

Southwold 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 69°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 11.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Southwold?

The job market in Southwold faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,042. There are 150 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 28.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Southwold?

The median home value in Southwold is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $810. The homeownership rate is 91.8%.

How are the schools in Southwold?

12.5% of adults in Southwold hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Southwold?

The average commute in Southwold is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Southwold?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southwold is 97.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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