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St. Thomas, ON

Ontario · London Metro

St. Thomas is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 42,840. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,840 Population 3,116/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $43,880 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$940 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 11.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $940/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42,840
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density3,116/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$43,880
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty10.9%
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$448,000
Rent$940
Ownership67.8%
Housing Units18,065
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+33.2%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute22 min

Is St. Thomas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Thomas receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. St. Thomas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Thomas is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Thomas is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Thomas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 35.1 inches of snow.

St. Thomas has a population of 42,840 with a density of 3,116 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.9% Black, 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.7% of residents.

Population

42,840
Total Population
2021 Census
3,116
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
13.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Thomas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

St. Thomas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Thomas is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,880 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $844, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,328 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Thomas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,880
Avg Weekly Wage$844

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,328

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Thomas is $448,000, 59% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below the national average of $1,163). 67.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 18,065 total housing units in the city. 19.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.8%
Owner-Occupied67.8%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units18,065

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, St. Thomas receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Thomas 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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St. Thomas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°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 37.8 inches. The area receives 35.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 764 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area13.8 sq mi (35.6 km²)
Population Density3,116/sq mi
Coordinates42.7736°N, 81.1804°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.8"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 35.1"
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 M4.0 124 km
Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 98 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 108 km
Oct 16, 1993 8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 120 km
Aug 28, 2023 7 km SE of Madison, Ohio M3.6 117 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 104 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 96 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 102 km
Jan 26, 1991 1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio M3.4 139 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 111 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 109 km
Jan 9, 2008 6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 119 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 112 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 111 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 123 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 105 km
Jan 4, 2022 3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.8 123 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 108 km
Mar 8, 2013 5 km NNW of Timberlake, Ohio M2.7 121 km
Apr 28, 2002 Ohio M2.7 104 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 - 56 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 2.7 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Coldest, 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 71°F (22°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

St. Thomas has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in February to 71°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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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+33.2%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3,116/sq mi
Total Area13.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home20.1%

Colleges & Universities in St. Thomas

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Ontario Police College - - - - -

Schools in St. Thomas

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Elgin Collegiate Institute - - - -
St. Thomas Community Christian School - - - -
Pierre Elliott Trudeau French Immersion Public School - - - -
June Rose Callwood Public School - - - -
Southwold Public School - - - -
Balaclava Street Adult Learning Centre - - - -
Mitchell Hepburn Public School - - - -
John Wise Public School - - - -
Parkside Collegiate Institute - - - -
Elgin Court Public School - - - -
St. Anne's Separate School - - - -
Forest Park Public School - - - -
Arthur Voaden Secondary School - - - -
Monsignor Morrison Catholic School - - - -
Lockes Public School - - - -
St. Joseph's High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near St. Thomas

11 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
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 kbps
CHPD 105.9 "De Brigj Radio" Aylmer, ON community radio, mennonite MP3 96 kbps
New Country 96.3 FM (US) - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON adult contemporary, rogers media UNKNOWN
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON country, rogers media UNKNOWN
FAITH 99.9 CHJX christian AAC+ 32 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock canada, classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in St. Thomas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banting House
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
Elgin County Museum
Elgin County Railway Museum
First Hussars Museum
London Children's Museum
Museum London
Museum of Ontario Archaeology
Royal Canadian Regiment Museum
Sparta Church Museum and Cultural Centre

Libraries in St. Thomas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cardinal Carter Library0.0
Elgin County Library - Alymer0.0
Elgin County Library - Belmont0.0
Elgin County Library - Port Stanley0.0
Elgin County Library - Shedden0.0
Elgin County Library - Springfield0.0
London Public Library - Beacock0.0
London Public Library - Bostwick0.0
London Public Library - Bostwick0.0
London Public Library - Byron0.0
London Public Library - Carson0.0
London Public Library - Central0.0
London Public Library - Central0.0
London Public Library - Cherryhill0.0
London Public Library - Crouch0.0
London Public Library - East London0.0
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
London Public Library - Sherwood Forest0.0
London Public Library - Sherwood Forest0.0
Middlesex County Library - Delaware0.0
Middlesex County Library - Dorchester0.0
Middlesex County Library - Komoka0.0
St. Thomas Public Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Weldon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in St. Thomas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Covent Garden Market
The Market

Hotels in St. Thomas

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn

Cafes in St. Thomas

15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chick Boss Cafe
Coffee Culture
Country Charm
Starbucks
Streamliners Espresso Bar
The Perk
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Why Not Cookies Cafe

Cinemas in St. Thomas

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galaxy Cinemas St. Thomas

Clinics in St. Thomas

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Community Health Centre
Central Community Health Centre
Elgin County Foot Services
Elmdale Health Centre

Dentists in St. Thomas

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #1381279286
CA #7795323407
CA #7795323408
CA #7795495828
Elgin Mall Dental Office

Veterinaries in St. Thomas

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #7795323395

Gas Stations in St. Thomas

16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4034935332
Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire
Esso
Flying M Truck Stop
Gulf
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Shell
Shell
South Side
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in St. Thomas

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
Libro Credit Union
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in St. Thomas

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elgin Centre
Grand Central Place

Gyms in St. Thomas

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crazy Joe's Gym
Fit4Less

Breweries in St. Thomas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anderson Craft Ales
Anderson Craft Ales
Beerlab!
Beerlab!
Brewhaven
Brewhaven
Toboggan
Toboggan

Stadiums & Teams in St. Thomas

TeamLeagueDivision

Amtrak Stations in St. Thomas

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
London, ON352 Waterloo StreetBUS

Airports Near St. Thomas

40 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
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small 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
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Papple Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport
Rand Private Airfield-Small Airport
Rodney (New Glasgow) Airport-Small Airport
Roseville Field-Small Airport
Sargeant Private Airfield-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
Warren Field-Small Airport
Willow Lake Airstrip-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport
Woodstock Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Yellow Gold Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in St. Thomas

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in St. Thomas

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health - Fanshawe
CBI Health - London Wharncliffe
Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic
Hyde Park Care Pharmacy & Clinic
LASIK MD
London Family Health Team
Passport Health London Travel Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Thomas

37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bible Baptist Church
Central United Church
Centre Street Baptist Church
Church of Christ
Community of Christ
Destination Church
Eastwood Fellowship Baptist Church
Faith Church
Fellowship Church
First Christian Reformed Church
First United Church
Free Reform Church
Good News Christian Community
Gospel Fellowship Chapel
Gospel Hall
Grace United Church
Holy Angels Parish Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Life Ministries
Knox Presbyterian Church
Living Hope Community Church
New Apostolic Church
Old Saint Thomas Church
Pentecostal Assembly
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Saint Andrews United Church
Saint Anne Parish Church
Saint Hilda's Saint Luke's Anglican Church
Saint Mark's United Church
Saint Thomas Anglican Church
Saint Thomas Christian Church
Seventh Day Adventist Church
Shree Hari Har Mandir
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Townline United Church
Trinity United Church
Youth For Christ

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Thomas

What is the population of St. Thomas?

St. Thomas has a population of 42,840 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 3,116 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is St. Thomas expensive to live in?

The median household income is $75,000, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $448,000 (59% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is St. Thomas safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Thomas?

St. Thomas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 35.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Thomas?

The job market in St. Thomas faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $844. There are 1,328 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 20.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Thomas?

The median home value in St. Thomas is $448,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $940. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.

How are the schools in St. Thomas?

10.1% of adults in St. Thomas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Thomas?

The average commute in St. Thomas is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Thomas?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Thomas is 92.9% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 3.5% Asian. 90.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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