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Tobermory, ON

Ontario

Tobermory is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,427. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,427 Population 5/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 278 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 Tobermory Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,427
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density5/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 Units571
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min

Is Tobermory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tobermory 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. Tobermory offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tobermory 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 Tobermory 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

Tobermory has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow.

Tobermory has a population of 1,427 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 299.5 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

1,427
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
299.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tobermory 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

Tobermory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tobermory 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 44 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tobermory 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)44

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 Tobermory 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 571 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 Units571

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, Tobermory receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Tobermory 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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Tobermory has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area299.5 sq mi (775.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.2501°N, 81.6665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.8"
16% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.23"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 145 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 142 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 140 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 141 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 145 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Tobermory has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 22°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (2.0").

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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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area299.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Tobermory

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Edmunds Public School - - - -
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Museums in Tobermory

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Living Museum
St. Edmunds and Peninsula Museum

Libraries in Tobermory

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Tobermory Branch0.0

Hotels in Tobermory

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tobermory Inn & Suites
Tobermory Princess Hotel & Restaurant

Zoos in Tobermory

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petting Zoo

Clinics in Tobermory

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tobermory Hyperbaric Facility

Gas Stations in Tobermory

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hoppy's Gas Bar

Banks in Tobermory

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank

Golf Courses in Tobermory

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cornerstone Golf Club

Airports Near Tobermory

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Killarney Airport-Small Airport
Tobermory Airport-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tobermory

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Light and Life Community Chapel
St Edmund's Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tobermory

What is the population of Tobermory?

Tobermory has a population of 1,427 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 299.5 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 Tobermory 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 Tobermory safe?

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

What is the weather like in Tobermory?

Tobermory has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tobermory?

The unemployment rate in Tobermory 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 44 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 Tobermory?

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

How are the schools in Tobermory?

32.9% of adults in Tobermory 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 Tobermory?

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

What are the demographics of Tobermory?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tobermory 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.

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