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Stirling, ON

Ontario · Belleville-Quinte West Metro

Stirling is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,030. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,030 Population 18/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,030
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units812
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Stirling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stirling receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Stirling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stirling is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stirling is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stirling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow.

Stirling has a population of 2,030 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

2,030
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
115.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Stirling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Stirling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stirling is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 63 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stirling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stirling is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 812 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units812

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, Stirling receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Stirling 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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Stirling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.1 inches. The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area115.9 sq mi (300.2 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates44.3001°N, 77.5495°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 10.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.82"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 133 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 131 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 146 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 61 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 118 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 136 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 88 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 128 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 29 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 83 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 132 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 85 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 117 km
Apr 14, 2023 1 km W of Adams Center, New York M2.6 131 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 118 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 128 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in

Stirling has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 17°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.2").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area115.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Stirling

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stirling Public School - - - -
Foxboro Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Stirling

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJOJ-FM 95.5 "Hits FM" Belleville, ON 80's, 90's AAC+ 98 kbps
CHCQ-FM 100.1 "Cool 100" Belleville, ON new country AAC+ 98 kbps

Museums in Stirling

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ameliasburgh Historical Museum
Grand Trunk Museum 1879
Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum
National Air Force Museum of Canada
Tweed Heritage Centre

Libraries in Stirling

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Belleville Public Library0.0
Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Public Library - Cordova Branch0.0
Madoc Public Library0.0
Marmora & Lake Public Library0.0
Parrott Centre0.0
Prince Edward County Public Library - Ameliasburg Branch0.0
Quinte West Public Library0.0
Quinte West Public Library - Frankford Branch0.0
Stirling-Rawdon Public Library0.0
Trent Hills Public Library - Campbellford Branch0.0
Tweed Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Stirling

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
George Zegouras Market Square

Cafes in Stirling

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 23
Farm Girl Cafe
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Stirling

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stirling Festival Theatre

Theme Parks in Stirling

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Farmtown Park

Veterinaries in Stirling

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hastings Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Stirling

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bos Auto
Esso
Pro One Stop
Shell

Banks in Stirling

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO

Stadiums & Teams in Stirling

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Stirling

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kawartha Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Stirling

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Baker Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Belleville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Camden East / Varty Lake Airport-Small Airport
Dave Carlaw Strip-Small Airport
Douro Airfield-Small Airport
Elmhirst's Resort Airport-Small Airport
Fawcettville Airfield-Small Airport
Greenbush Airport-Small Airport
Hastings / Sweetwater Farms Airport-Small Airport
Napanee Airstrip-Small Airport
Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip-Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Ompah Airport-Small Airport
Rednersville / Aery-Small Airport
Selby - Howard's Airstrip-Small Airport
Stirling Airport-Small Airport
Stirling Private Aerodrome-Small Airport
Tomvale Airport-Small Airport
Trenton/Mountain View Airport-Small Airport
Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Stirling

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stirling

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Community Pentecostal Church
Grace Bible Chapel
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Seymour United Church
Sidney Baptist Church
St. Andrew Presbysterian Church
St. James the Minor Church
St. John's Anglican Church
St. Paul's United Church

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stirling

What is the population of Stirling?

Stirling has a population of 2,030 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Stirling expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Stirling safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stirling?

Stirling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stirling?

The unemployment rate in Stirling is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 63 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stirling?

The median home value in Stirling is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Stirling?

32.9% of adults in Stirling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Stirling?

The average commute in Stirling is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stirling?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stirling is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Minto, ON 9,094 pop · 4.4 mi Stirling-Rawdon, ON 5,015 pop · 5.8 mi Quinte West, ON 46,560 pop · 8.1 mi Centre Hastings, ON 4,801 pop · 9.6 mi Belleville, ON 55,071 pop · 12.4 mi Campbellford, ON 3,372 pop · 12.4 mi Marmora, ON 1,499 pop · 14.3 mi Madoc, ON 2,233 pop · 14.9 mi Trent Hills, ON 13,861 pop · 15.7 mi Tweed, ON 6,067 pop · 16.7 mi Tyendinaga, ON 4,538 pop · 17.5 mi Brighton, ON 12,108 pop · 20.1 mi Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, ON 2,535 pop · 21.3 mi Norwood, ON 1,380 pop · 22.2 mi
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