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Wendover, ON

Ontario

Wendover is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,302. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,302 Population 93/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 262 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 Wendover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,302
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density93/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 Units521
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min

Is Wendover a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wendover 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 Wendover 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

Wendover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

Wendover has a population of 1,302 with a density of 93 people per square mile, spread across 14.0 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

1,302
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wendover 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

Wendover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wendover 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 40 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wendover 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)40

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 Wendover 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 521 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 Units521

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, Wendover receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Wendover 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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Wendover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates45.5728°N, 75.1276°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

182 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 44 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 97 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 106 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 71 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 57 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 110 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 70 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 71 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 11 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 70 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 30 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 8 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 146 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 83 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 86 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 46 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 9 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 103 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 68 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in

Wendover has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.5").

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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 Density93/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Wendover

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire catholique Saint-Joseph — — — —
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Radio Stations near Wendover

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON community radio, radio communautaire AAC 128 kbps
CIWW CityNews Ottawa news, sport AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Wendover

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d’interprétation du Patrimoine de Plaisance
Mulgrave & Derry Historical Society
Musée des Pionniers
Rockland Museum
Société historique Louis-Joseph-Papineau

Libraries in Wendover

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Alfred Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Curran Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Lefaivre Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Plantagenet Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Wendover Branch0.0
BIBLIO0.0
Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Bourget Branch0.0
Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Rockland Branch0.0
The Nation Public Library - Limoges Branch0.0
The Nation Public Library - St. Isidore Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Wendover

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alfred Flea Market
Place du Marché

Cafes in Wendover

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Zoos in Wendover

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Papanack Zoo

Ski Resorts Near Wendover

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Blanc 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Wendover

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Alexandria Aerodrome—Small Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Cheney—Small Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm Strip—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hawkesbury (East) Airport—Small Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field—Small Airport
Hawkesbury Airport—Small Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
Indian Creek Field—Small Airport
Iroquois Airport—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kenmore Aerodrome—Small Airport
Long Sault Airstrip—Small Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Maxville Airport—Small Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport—Small Airport
Morrisburg Airport—Small Airport
Navan Bearbrook Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome—Small Airport
Pendleton Airport—Small Airport
St. André-Avellin Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg Aerodrome—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wendover

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Saint-Benoit-Labre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wendover

What is the population of Wendover?

Wendover has a population of 1,302 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 93 people per square mile, spread across 14.0 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 Wendover 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 Wendover safe?

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

What is the weather like in Wendover?

Wendover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wendover?

The unemployment rate in Wendover 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 40 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 Wendover?

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

How are the schools in Wendover?

32.9% of adults in Wendover 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 Wendover?

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

What are the demographics of Wendover?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wendover 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

Plaisance, QC 1,129 pop · 2.4 mi Thurso, QC 3,084 pop · 6.2 mi Papineauville, QC 2,153 pop · 6.2 mi Plantagenet, ON 9,680 pop · 7.0 mi Alfred and Plantagenet, ON 9,949 pop · 7.2 mi Clarence-Rockland, ON 26,505 pop · 8.1 mi Bourget, ON 1,169 pop · 9.7 mi Saint-André-Avellin, QC 3,562 pop · 10.4 mi Buckingham, QC 16,685 pop · 14.2 mi Ripon, QC 1,735 pop · 14.6 mi Limoges, ON 2,048 pop · 17.6 mi Casselman, ON 3,960 pop · 17.8 mi The Nation / La Nation, ON 13,350 pop · 18.3 mi Fallingbrook, ON 25,000 pop · 18.5 mi
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