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Thames Centre, ON

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Thames Centre is a small city in Ontario with a population of 13,980. Residents earn $112,000 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
13,980 Population 83/sq mi density
$112,000 Median Income $59,450 per capita
$670,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 11.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$112,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$670,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $112,000
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $670,000
138% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,980
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$112,000
Per Capita$59,450
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty5.3%
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$670,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership88.1%
Housing Units5,185
Rent Burden11.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+28.9%
Graduate+4.2%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Thames Centre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thames Centre receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Thames Centre offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thames Centre is $112,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 49% above $75,149. This places Thames Centre among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thames Centre is $670,000, making it a premium housing market at 138% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 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

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thames Centre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow.

Thames Centre has a population of 13,980 with a density of 83 people per square mile, spread across 167.6 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

13,980
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
167.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Thames Centre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 9.3%

Social Characteristics

Thames Centre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thames Centre is $112,000, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,450 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,143, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 433 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 35.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Thames Centre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,000
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,143

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)433

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home35.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Thames Centre is $670,000, 138% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 88.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,185 total housing units in the city. 11.3% 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$670,000
138% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden11.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.1%
Owner-Occupied88.1%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units5,185

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, Thames Centre receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Thames Centre 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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Thames Centre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area167.6 sq mi (434.0 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates43.1055°N, 81.1402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 1, 2024.

Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 132 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km NW of Perry, Ohio M3.6 145 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 133 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 141 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 137 km
Jun 30, 2004 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.3 148 km
Jul 1, 2013 5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio M3.2 147 km
Mar 11, 2006 8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M3.1 149 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 149 km
Apr 25, 2010 2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio M3.0 148 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 140 km
Sep 22, 1999 16 km NW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.8 145 km
Apr 28, 2002 Ohio M2.7 141 km
Jun 1, 2024 1 km E of Madison, Ohio M2.6 148 km
Feb 14, 2009 4 km WSW of Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.6 141 km
May 14, 2017 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada M2.6 150 km
Jan 20, 2001 0 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M2.6 140 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 141 km
Feb 17, 2013 31 km E of Leamington, Canada M2.5 150 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 109 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 - 91 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 3.5 in

Thames Centre has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+28.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area167.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home35.9%

Schools in Thames Centre

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
West Nissouri Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Thames Centre

14 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
Blown 60's, 70's MP3 192 kbps
CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
Crucial Velocity Radio classic metal, hard rock MP3 192 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
CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Thames Centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banting House
Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
First Hussars Museum
Jet Aircraft Museum
London Children's Museum
Museum London
Museum of Ontario Archaeology
Royal Canadian Regiment Museum
Secrets of Radar Museum
St. Marys Museum

Libraries in Thames Centre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cardinal Carter Library0.0
Elgin County Library - Belmont0.0
Huron County Library - Kirkton Branch0.0
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 - Masonville0.0
London Public Library - Pond Mills0.0
London Public Library - Pond Mills0.0
London Public Library - Sherwood Forest0.0
London Public Library - Sherwood Forest0.0
London Public Library - Stoney Creek0.0
London Public Library - Stoney Creek0.0
Middlesex County Library - Dorchester0.0
Middlesex County Library - Ilderton0.0
Middlesex County Library - Thorndale0.0
Oxford County Library - Embro0.0
Oxford County Library - Harrington0.0
Oxford County Library - Thamesford0.0
St. Mary's Public Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Weldon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Thames Centre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Covent Garden Market
The Market
Trails End Farmers Market

Cafes in Thames Centre

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Resturant

Theme Parks in Thames Centre

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

Dentists in Thames Centre

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Thorndale Dental

Gas Stations in Thames Centre

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #13047403956
XTR

Banks in Thames Centre

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO

Golf Courses in Thames Centre

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cobble Hills Golf Club
Fanshawe Golf & Country Club
Forest City National Golf Club

Breweries in Thames Centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anderson Craft Ales
Anderson Craft Ales
Beerlab!
Beerlab!
Brewhaven
Brewhaven
Broken Rail Brewing
Ontario Craft Distribution
Toboggan
Toboggan

Stadiums & Teams in Thames Centre

TeamLeagueDivision

Amtrak Stations in Thames Centre

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
London, ON352 Waterloo StreetBUS

Airports Near Thames Centre

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Goderich Airport-Medium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small 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
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Dobie Field-Small Airport
Dungannon Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dutton Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Ethel 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
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Melbourne Airport-Small Airport
Nixon Airport-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Palmerston 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

Post Offices in Thames Centre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Thorndale Post Office

Treatment Centers in Thames Centre

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 Thames Centre

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint George's Anglican Church
South Nissouri Presbyterian Church
Thorndale United Church
Zion United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thames Centre

What is the population of Thames Centre?

Thames Centre has a population of 13,980 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 167.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Thames Centre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $112,000, 49% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $670,000 (138% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 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 Thames Centre safe?

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

What is the weather like in Thames Centre?

Thames Centre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Thames Centre?

The unemployment rate in Thames Centre is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,143. There are 433 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 35.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thames Centre?

The median home value in Thames Centre is $670,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 88.1%.

How are the schools in Thames Centre?

13.6% of adults in Thames Centre hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Thames Centre?

The average commute in Thames Centre is 25 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 35.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thames Centre?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thames Centre is 97.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home.

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