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Whitestone, ON

Ontario

Whitestone is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,075. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,075 Population 3/sq mi density
$62,800 Median Income $45,200 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$62,800 median income, 8.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,075
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$45,200
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty17.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

C
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership97.3%
Housing Units550
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Whitestone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitestone receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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, an elevated poverty rate. Whitestone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitestone is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitestone is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whitestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow.

Whitestone has a population of 1,075 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 356.6 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents.

Population

1,075
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
356.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitestone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 6.0%

Social Characteristics

Whitestone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitestone is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $869, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 33 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 23.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whitestone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,800
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,200
Avg Weekly Wage$869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitestone is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 97.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 550 total housing units in the city. 18.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership97.3%
Owner-Occupied97.3%
Renter-Occupied2.7%
Housing Units550

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, Whitestone receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Whitestone 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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Whitestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.4 inches. The area receives 16.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area356.6 sq mi (923.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates45.6857°N, 80.0556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 16.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.25"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 119 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 125 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 119 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 129 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 122 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 124 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 125 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 55 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 84 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
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.6 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in

Whitestone has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 14°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (2.6").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area356.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Radio Stations near Whitestone

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLP 103.3 "Moose FM" Parry Sound, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps

Airports Near Whitestone

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
North Bay Jack Garland AirportYYBMedium Airport
Alban Airport-Small Airport
Arnstein Airport-Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)-Small Airport
Bala Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Emsdale Airport-Small Airport
Lumsden Air Park-Small Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Port Carling Airport-Small Airport
Rosseau Airport-Small Airport
Sundridge/South River Airpark-Small Airport
Ullswater Airport-Small Airport
Walkers Point Airstrip-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whitestone

What is the population of Whitestone?

Whitestone has a population of 1,075 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 356.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 53% male.

Is Whitestone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% 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 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Whitestone safe?

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

What is the weather like in Whitestone?

Whitestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 16.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Whitestone?

The job market in Whitestone faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $869. There are 33 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 23.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Whitestone?

The median home value in Whitestone is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 97.3%.

How are the schools in Whitestone?

7.7% of adults in Whitestone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Whitestone?

The average commute in Whitestone is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Whitestone?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whitestone is 97.1% White. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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