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Wasaga Beach, ON
Ontario · Barrie Metro
Wasaga Beach is a small city in Ontario with a population of 24,862. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Wasaga Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Wasaga Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wasaga Beach receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Wasaga Beach has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wasaga Beach is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wasaga Beach is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,410 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Wasaga Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 59.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wasaga Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wasaga Beach vs U.S. Average
Income: Wasaga Beach vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $76,000 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $848 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.9% |
| 286% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 771 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 25.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $600,000 |
| 113% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,410 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.6% |
| Housing Units | 10,810 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Wasaga Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 22.2 sq mi (57.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5168°N, 80.0164°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 94 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 in |
Wasaga Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.2% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 35.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,122/sq mi |
| Total Area | 22.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 31.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 25.8% |
Colleges & Universities in Wasaga Beach
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgian College - Midland Campus | - | - | - | - | - |
| Georgian College - South Georgian Bay Campus | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Wasaga Beach
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Noel Chabanel Catholic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birchview Dunes Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Worsley Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wasaga Beach
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Barrie, ON | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) | country | AAC 64 kbps | |
| CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) | country | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKMB 107.5 "KOOL FM" Barrie, ON | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| CFJB-FM 95.7 "Rock 95" Barrie, ON | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| CIMA 92.1 "FM 92 South Simcoe" Alliston, ON | adult contemporary | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| CJLF "LIFE 100.3" Barrie, ON | christian, christian praise&worship | OGG |
Museums in Wasaga Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Annex | ||||
| Borden Military Museum | ||||
| Collingwood Museum | ||||
| Huronia Museum | ||||
| Ken Snider Memorial Museum | ||||
| Sainte Marie among the Hurons |
Libraries in Wasaga Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Borden Military and Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clearview Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clearview Public Library - Sunnidale Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Collingwood Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Essa Public Library - Angus Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Midland Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springwater Public Library - Elmvale Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Springwater Public Library - Minesing Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Tay Township Public Library - J & M Young Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Tay Township Public Library - Theo & Elaine Bernard Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Wasaga Beach Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wasaga Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Wasaga Beach
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wasaga Beach
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wasaga Beach
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wasaga Beach
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wasaga Beach
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wasaga Beach
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wasaga Beach
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wasaga Beach
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wasaga Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bellows | ||||
| Creemore Springs | ||||
| Creemore Springs Brewery | ||||
| Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery | ||||
| Reinhart Foods Ltd. | ||||
| Side Launch Brewery | ||||
| The Collingwood Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Wasaga Beach
14 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hockley Valley Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mansfield Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| ROC | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Devil's Glen Country Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beaver Valley Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Highlands Nordic | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Valley Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Osler Bluff Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blue Mountain Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Craigleith Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpine Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Georgian Peaks Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Horseshoe Valley Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| The Heights Ski & Country Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Wasaga Beach
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport | YLK | Medium Airport |
| Huronia Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Muskoka Airport | YQA | Medium Airport |
| Alliston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur (Metz Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur (Peskett Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Arthur South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bala (Medora Lake) | - | Small Airport |
| Bala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baldwin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baldwin West Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Barrie Executive Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beeton Field | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Baird Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Ellen Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bracebridge West Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bradford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Briggs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cardwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Collingwood Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cookstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Creemore Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Damascus Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dillon Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Edenvale Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Erin Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flesherton (Smithorrs Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Foxden Farms | - | Small Airport |
| Gilford | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley (Black Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley / Luther Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Valley/Martin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grenfel Field | - | Small Airport |
| Heid Field | - | Small Airport |
| Holland Landing Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Little's Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Mansfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orangeville / Brundle Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orangeville / Castlewood Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orangeville / Laurel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wasaga Beach
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wasaga Beach Main Canada Post | |
| Wasaga Beach West Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wasaga Beach
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Faith Evangelical Missionary Church | |
| Prince of Peace Anglican Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wasaga Beach
What is the population of Wasaga Beach?
Wasaga Beach has a population of 24,862 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1,122 people per square mile, spread across 22.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
Is Wasaga Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $76,000, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,410 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Wasaga Beach safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wasaga Beach receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wasaga Beach?
Wasaga Beach has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 59.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wasaga Beach?
The job market in Wasaga Beach faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 771 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 25.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Wasaga Beach?
The median home value in Wasaga Beach is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,410. The homeownership rate is 85.4%.
How are the schools in Wasaga Beach?
9.2% of adults in Wasaga Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Wasaga Beach?
The average commute in Wasaga Beach is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 25.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Wasaga Beach?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wasaga Beach is 94.8% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino, 2.5% Asian. 84.2% of residents speak only English at home.