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Wainfleet, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Wainfleet is a small city in Ontario with a population of 6,887. Residents earn $96,000 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,887 Population 82/sq mi density
$96,000 Median Income $50,160 per capita
$650,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$96,000 median income, 9.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$650,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $96,000
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $650,000
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,887
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,000
Per Capita$50,160
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty7.1%
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$650,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership94.5%
Housing Units2,615
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Wainfleet a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wainfleet is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wainfleet is $650,000, making it a premium housing market at 131% 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 6.8x 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wainfleet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow.

Wainfleet has a population of 6,887 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 84.0 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents.

Population

6,887
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
84.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wainfleet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
82% below US avg
Other Languages 7.2%

Social Characteristics

Wainfleet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wainfleet is $96,000, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,160 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $965, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 213 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 28.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wainfleet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,000
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,160
Avg Weekly Wage$965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)213

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wainfleet is $650,000, 131% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 94.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,615 total housing units in the city. 13.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$650,000
131% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.5%
Owner-Occupied94.5%
Renter-Occupied5.5%
Housing Units2,615

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, Wainfleet receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Wainfleet 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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Wainfleet experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 269 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 37.0 inches. The area receives 10.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area84.0 sq mi (217.5 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates42.9263°N, 79.3728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 10.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 92 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 48 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 100 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 96 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 45 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 125 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 130 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 31 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 92 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 44 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 66 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 80 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 103 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 99 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 51 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 85 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 125 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 126 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MOHAWK POOL (507 ac, 1994).

Year Name Acres Distance
1994 MOHAWK POOL 507 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 3.3 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in

Wainfleet has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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11.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
68% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area84.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Schools in Wainfleet

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Elizabeth Catholic Elementary School - - - -
William E. Brown Public School - - - -
Winger Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wainfleet

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SMOOTH JAZZ DELUXE acid jazz, canada MP3 320 kbps
CJCL Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Alt Stream) sports, talk AAC+ 47 kbps
100.3 The Edge (US) - UNKNOWN
104.1 The Edge (US) alternative AAC
CFLZ-FM 101.1 "More FM 101" Fort Erie, ON music 70s 80s 90s AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLK-FM "88.5 The Lake" Grimsby, ON classic hits, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
The Edge 92.9 (US) - MP3 64 kbps
102.1 The Edge - AAC+ 57 kbps
102.1 The Edge - AAC+ 57 kbps
90.5 The Edge (US) rock MP3 120 kbps
CJED-FM "105.1 The River" Niagara Falls, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Wainfleet

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canada's Farm Toy Museum & Store
Jordan Historical Museum
Lincoln Museum and Cultural Center
Morningstar Mill
No. 6 RCAF Dunnville Museum
Old Fire Hall
Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum
Schoolhouse
St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre
Welland Historical Museum

Libraries in Wainfleet

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Haldimand County Public Library - Dunnville Branch0.0
James A. Gibson Library0.0
Lincoln Pelham Public Library - Rittenhouse Branch0.0
Lincoln Public Library - Fleming Branch0.0
Niagara Falls Public Library - Community Centre Branch0.0
Pelham Public Library - Fonthill Branch0.0
Pelham Public Library - Maple Acres Branch0.0
Port Colborne Public Library0.0
St. Catharines Public Library - Central Library0.0
St. Catharines Public Library - Merritt Branch0.0
Thorold Public Library0.0
Wainfleet Public Library0.0
Welland Public Library0.0
Welland Public Library - Diamond Trail Branch0.0
Welland Public Library - Seaway Mall Branch0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Smithville Branch0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Wellandport Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Wainfleet

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bodner's Market
Market Square
St. Catharines Farmers' Market
Welland Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Wainfleet

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Esso
GOCO
Mohawk Marina
RaceTrac

Golf Courses in Wainfleet

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Port Colborne Country Club

Breweries in Wainfleet

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Niagara College Teaching Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Wainfleet

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Amtrak Stations in Wainfleet

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
St. Catharines, ON5 Great Western St.TRAIN

Airports Near Wainfleet

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buffalo Niagara International AirportBUFLarge Airport
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Niagara District AirportYCMMedium Airport
Niagara Falls International AirportIAGMedium Airport
Bent-Wing Airport-Small Airport
Berdick Field-Small Airport
Buffalo Airfield-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambria Airport-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Chautauqua County-Dunkirk AirportDKKSmall Airport
Chautauqua Lake Airpark-Small Airport
Clarence Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dart Airport-Small Airport
Evans Airways Airport-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flying F Airport-Small Airport
Fort Erie Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Gowanda Airport-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Great Valley Airport-Small Airport
Grimsby Regional Airport-Small Airport
Hamburg Inc Airport-Small Airport
Hard Barn Cargas Farm Airport-Small Airport
Hedge Hop Field-Small Airport
Hollands International Field-Small Airport
Mesmer Airport-Small Airport
Moorhead Airpark-Small Airport
Neverland Airport-Small Airport
Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport-Small Airport
Niagara South Airport-Small Airport
North Buffalo Suburban Airport-Small Airport
Olcott-Newfane Airport-Small Airport
Palmer Airport-Small Airport
Port Colborne Airport-Small Airport
Potoczak Airport-Small Airport
Selkirk / Kindy Airstrip-Small Airport
Selkirk Airport-Small Airport
Shear Airport-Small Airport
Skydive SWOOP-Small Airport
Smith Airport-Small Airport
Smithville Aerodrome-Small Airport
South Dayton Airport-Small Airport
Spaudling Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stoney Creek Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wainfleet

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lowbanks

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wainfleet

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Morgan's Point United Church
Wainfleet Be In Christ Church
Winger Church Of Christ

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wainfleet

What is the population of Wainfleet?

Wainfleet has a population of 6,887 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 84.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Wainfleet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $650,000 (131% 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 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Wainfleet safe?

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

What is the weather like in Wainfleet?

Wainfleet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 10.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wainfleet?

The job market in Wainfleet faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $965. There are 213 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 28.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wainfleet?

The median home value in Wainfleet is $650,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 94.5%.

How are the schools in Wainfleet?

11.0% of adults in Wainfleet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Wainfleet?

The average commute in Wainfleet is 30 minutes. 92% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wainfleet?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wainfleet is 98.3% White, 0.7% Asian. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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