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Springwater, ON

Ontario

Springwater is a small city in Ontario with a population of 21,701. Residents earn $122,000 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
21,701 Population 105/sq mi density
$122,000 Median Income $64,100 per capita
$850,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$122,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$850,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $122,000
62% higher than US avg
Home Value $850,000
202% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,701
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$122,000
Per Capita$64,100
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty5.5%
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$850,000
Rent$1,200
Ownership89.7%
Housing Units7,515
Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,247 ft (685 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+28.1%
Graduate+4.6%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Springwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springwater receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Springwater has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springwater is $122,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 62% above $75,149. This places Springwater among higher-income communities. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springwater is $850,000, making it a premium housing market at 202% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 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

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Springwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches.

Springwater has a population of 21,701 with a density of 105 people per square mile, spread across 206.9 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.9% of residents.

Population

21,701
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
206.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Springwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 9.4%

Social Characteristics

Springwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springwater is $122,000, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $64,100 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,233, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 673 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 31.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Springwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,000
62% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,100
Avg Weekly Wage$1,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)673

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Springwater is $850,000, 202% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 89.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,515 total housing units in the city. 16.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$850,000
202% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.7%
Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied10.4%
Housing Units7,515

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, Springwater receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Springwater 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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Springwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,247 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,247 ft (685 m)
Area206.9 sq mi (535.8 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates51.9668°N, 108.3847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.0"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Nov 29, 2001.

Nov 29, 2001 24 km SSW of Langham, Canada M3.1 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in

Springwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 3°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+28.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area206.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home31.0%

Airports Near Springwater

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biggar AirportSmall Airport
Kerrobert AirportSmall Airport
Rosetown AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
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Frequently Asked Questions About Springwater

What is the population of Springwater?

Springwater has a population of 21,701 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 206.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Springwater expensive to live in?

The median household income is $122,000, 62% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $850,000 (202% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Springwater safe?

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

What is the weather like in Springwater?

Springwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Springwater?

The job market in Springwater faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,233. There are 673 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 31.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Springwater?

The median home value in Springwater is $850,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200. The homeownership rate is 89.7%.

How are the schools in Springwater?

16.1% of adults in Springwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Springwater?

The average commute in Springwater is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 31.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Springwater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Springwater is 94.5% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 88.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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