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Westport, ON
Ontario · Kingston Metro
Westport is a small town in Ontario with a population of 634. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Westport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Westport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Westport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Westport is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Westport is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x 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
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Westport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Westport vs U.S. Average
Income: Westport vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $62,400 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,800 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $765 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.4% |
| 467% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $400,000 |
| 42% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.8% |
| Housing Units | 330 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Westport 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 | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 749/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6785°N, 76.3975°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in |
Westport has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 14°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 36.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 749/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |
Schools in Westport
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rideau Vista Public School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Edward Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Westport
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient FM | ancient music, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Kingston, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFMK-FM 96.3 "Big FM" Kingston, ON (AAC Stream) | classic hits, classic rock | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CIKR "K-Rock 105.7" Kingston, ON | active rock, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKBY "92.3 Country" Smith Falls, ON | country | UNKNOWN | |
| CJET-FM "City News 101.1" Smith Falls, ON | format change, news | AAC+ 47 kbps |
Museums in Westport
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest & Farm Heritage Museum | ||||
| Maple Heritage Museum | ||||
| McMartin House | ||||
| Musée Inga-Va | ||||
| Perth Museum | ||||
| Rideau District Museum |
Libraries in Westport
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds and the Thousand Island Public Library - Seeley's Bay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Perth & District Union Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rideau Lakes Public Library - Elgin Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Rideau Lakes Public Library - Newboro Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Westport Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Westport
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perth Farmers Market | |||||
| Wendy's Country Market | |||||
| Westport Market |
Hotels in Westport
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Westport
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Westport
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Westport
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Westport
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Westport
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Westport
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Westport
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Westport
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Westport
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Westport
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Westport
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Westport
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Masters Brewing Company | ||||
| Perth Brewery | ||||
| Westport Brewing Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Westport
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calabogie Peaks | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Pakenham Ski Hill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Westport
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | YOW | Large Airport |
| Kingston Norman Rogers Airport | YGK | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Carp Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport | YSH | Medium Airport |
| Watertown International Airport | ART | Medium Airport |
| Wheeler Sack Army Air Field | — | Medium Airport |
| 1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| 1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Arnprior Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baker Valley Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry Airport | XBR | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Camden East / Varty Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Camden East Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Carleton Place Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cedar Hill Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Django Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fawcettville Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Flint Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fumerton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gananoque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenbush Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | — | Small Airport |
| John Gonzales Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kingston / Riverland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lavant Private Field | — | Small Airport |
| Matawatchan Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Maxson Airfield | AXB | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Napanee Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Newburgh - R.S. (Bob) Clapp Memorial Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ompah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Parti Field | — | Small Airport |
| Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ritchie Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salubrious Point Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Selby - Howard's Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Smiths Falls Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tomvale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tyendinaga Mohawk Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Westport
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Newboro Community Post Boxes |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Westport
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Knox Presbyterian Church | |
| Olivet Baptist Church | |
| St. Edward Catholic Church | |
| St. Paul's Anglican Church | |
| St.Mary's Anglican Church | |
| Westport Free Methodist Church | |
| Westport United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Westport
What is the population of Westport?
Westport has a population of 634 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 749 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.1% female and 44.9% male.
Is Westport expensive to live in?
The median household income is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Westport safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Westport receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Westport?
Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Westport?
The job market in Westport faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $765. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 17.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Westport?
The median home value in Westport is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 69.7%.
How are the schools in Westport?
11.9% of adults in Westport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Westport?
The average commute in Westport is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Westport?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Westport is 98.4% White. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home.