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West Lincoln, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

West Lincoln is a small city in Ontario with a population of 15,454. Residents earn $106,000 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,454 Population 103/sq mi density
$106,000 Median Income $52,800 per capita
$700,000 Home Value
$1,070 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$106,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$700,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $106,000
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $700,000
148% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,070
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,454
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$106,000
Per Capita$52,800
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty5.6%
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$700,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership89.8%
Housing Units5,295
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+32.6%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute31 min

Is West Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. West Lincoln has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Lincoln is $106,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 41% above $75,149. This places West Lincoln among higher-income communities. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Lincoln is $700,000, making it a premium housing market at 148% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

West Lincoln experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.

West Lincoln has a population of 15,454 with a density of 103 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.1% of residents.

Population

15,454
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
149.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

West Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 9.1%

Social Characteristics

West Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Lincoln is $106,000, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,015, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 479 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 26.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,000
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)479

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Lincoln is $700,000, 148% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 89.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,295 total housing units in the city. 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$700,000
148% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.8%
Owner-Occupied89.8%
Renter-Occupied10.2%
Housing Units5,295

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, West Lincoln receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: West Lincoln 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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West Lincoln experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.1 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (387.0 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates43.0725°N, 79.5667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

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 85 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 68 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 90 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 89 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 60 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 127 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 132 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 53 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 111 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 36 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 81 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 83 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 123 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 105 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 36 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 89 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 133 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 145 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 114 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
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
1994 MOHAWK POOL 507 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

West Lincoln has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.3").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+32.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area149.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home26.4%

Schools in West Lincoln

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Smithville Public School - - - -
Robert Land Academy - - - -
St. Martin Catholic Elementary School - - - -
John Calvin School - - - -
Smithville Christian High School - - - -
Gainsborough Central Public School - - - -
Caistor Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near West Lincoln

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
CHUM TSN 1050 Toronto sports, talk AAC+ 40 kbps
CKLK-FM "88.5 The Lake" Grimsby, ON classic hits, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (AAC Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (MP3 Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFMU 93.3 McMaster University Radio - Hamilton, ON community radio, multicultural MP3 128 kbps
CHTG-FM 92.9 "The Grand" Caledonia, ON classic hits AAC+ 32 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps
CJML-FM 101.3 "FM 101" Milton, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CKC455 91.9 "CFRE Radio" University of Toronto Mississauga, ON campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in West Lincoln

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battlefield House Museum
Canada's Farm Toy Museum & Store
Green Venture EcoHouse
Grimsby Historical Society Archives
Grimsby Museum
Hamilton Steam & Technology Museum
Jordan Historical Museum
Joseph Brant Museum
Lincoln Museum and Cultural Center
Nelles Manor
No. 6 RCAF Dunnville Museum
Schoolhouse

Libraries in West Lincoln

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grimsby Public Library0.0
Haldimand County Public Library - Dunnville Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Binbrook Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Kenilworth Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Parkdale Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Red Hill Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Saltfleet Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Stoney Creek Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Valley Park Branch0.0
Hamilton Seed Library0.0
Lincoln Pelham Public Library - Rittenhouse Branch0.0
Lincoln Public Library - Fleming Branch0.0
Pelham Public Library - Maple Acres Branch0.0
Valley Park Library0.0
Wainfleet Public Library0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Caistorville Branch0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Smithville Branch0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Wellandport Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in West Lincoln

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer Al's Market

Cafes in West Lincoln

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Dentists in West Lincoln

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Village Square Dental Centre
Village Square Dental Centre

Gas Stations in West Lincoln

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Superior Propane

Banks in West Lincoln

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
RBC Royal Bank

Gyms in West Lincoln

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Breathe Wellness Yoga & Fitness
Icon Fitness

Breweries in West Lincoln

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clifford Brewery Co.
Forty Creek Distillery

Ski Resorts Near West Lincoln

3 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 - - -
Earl Bales Park Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Amtrak Stations in West Lincoln

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Grimsby, ON99 Ontario StreetTRAIN

Airports Near West Lincoln

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Niagara District AirportYCMMedium Airport
Niagara Falls International AirportIAGMedium Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Chautauqua County-Dunkirk AirportDKKSmall Airport
Evans Airways Airport-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Fort Erie Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Gowanda Airport-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grimsby Regional Airport-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Hamburg Inc Airport-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport
Mesmer Airport-Small Airport
Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport-Small Airport
Niagara South Airport-Small Airport
Port Colborne Airport-Small Airport
Rockton Airport-Small Airport
Schroeder Field-Small Airport
Selkirk / Kindy Airstrip-Small Airport
Selkirk Airport-Small Airport
Shear Airport-Small Airport
Simcoe (Dennison Field) Airport-Small Airport
Skydive SWOOP-Small Airport
Smithville Aerodrome-Small Airport
South Dayton Airport-Small Airport
Springvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stoney Creek Airport-Small Airport
Taylor Johnson Airport-Small Airport
TTT Air Airport-Small Airport
Tyneside Field-Small Airport
Vodarek Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in West Lincoln

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Smithville Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Lincoln

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Candian Reformed Church of Smithville
Elcho United Church
Merritts United Church
Smithville Presbyterian Church
St. Ann's Community Church
St. Haralambos
St. Martin Tours
United Church of Canada - Smithville

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Lincoln

What is the population of West Lincoln?

West Lincoln has a population of 15,454 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is West Lincoln expensive to live in?

The median household income is $106,000, 41% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $700,000 (148% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is West Lincoln safe?

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

What is the weather like in West Lincoln?

West Lincoln has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in West Lincoln?

The job market in West Lincoln faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,015. There are 479 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 26.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Lincoln?

The median home value in West Lincoln is $700,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 89.8%.

How are the schools in West Lincoln?

10.1% of adults in West Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in West Lincoln?

The average commute in West Lincoln is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Lincoln?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Lincoln is 96.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% Asian. 90.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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Grimsby, ON 28,883 pop · 8.8 mi Vineland, ON 4,074 pop · 10.3 mi Dunnville, ON 5,907 pop · 12.2 mi Binbrook, ON 8,796 pop · 12.8 mi Wainfleet, ON 6,887 pop · 14.1 mi Stoney Creek, ON 76,382 pop · 14.2 mi Pelham, ON 18,192 pop · 14.4 mi Haldimand County, ON 49,216 pop · 16.2 mi Welland, ON 55,750 pop · 17.2 mi St. Catharines, ON 136,803 pop · 17.7 mi Thorold, ON 23,816 pop · 18.8 mi Hamilton, ON 11,059 pop · 18.8 mi Port Colborne, ON 20,033 pop · 20.7 mi McNab/Braeside, ON 7,591 pop · 22.2 mi
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