Wingham, ON
Ontario
Wingham is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,934. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Wingham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Wingham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wingham 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. Wingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wingham 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 Wingham 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
Wingham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 16.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wingham vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wingham vs U.S. Average
Income: Wingham 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 91 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,174 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Wingham 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 | 43.8°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 145.5 sq mi (376.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8879°N, 81.3115°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | - | 126 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Wingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 19°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and March the driest (3.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Total Area | 145.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Schools in Wingham
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F.E Madill Secondary SChool | - | - | - | - |
| Maitland River Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sacred Heart Separate School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wingham
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blown | 60's, 70's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Crucial Velocity Radio | classic metal, hard rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CKNX-AM 920 Wingham, ON | commercial, country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (AAC Stream) | country, new format rebranding | AAC 63 kbps | |
| CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (MP3 Stream) | country, new format rebranding | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (MP3 Stream) | classic hits, new format rebranding | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (AAC Stream) | classic hits, new format rebranding | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKNX-FM 101.7 "The One" Wingham, ON | commercial, hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Libraries in Wingham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce County Public Library - Lucknow Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Mildmay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Teeswater Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruce County Public Library - Walkerton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Blyth Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Brussels Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Wingham Branch | 0.0 |
Cafes in Wingham
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wingham
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wingham
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wingham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowbell |
Airports Near Wingham
45 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| Goderich Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Kincardine Municipal Airport | YKD | Medium Airport |
| Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport | YOS | Medium Airport |
| Atwood / Coghlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blacks Lake Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Elmira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ethel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Farrow's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Innerkip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| London Soaring Society | - | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Forest Roths' Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nenagh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Northville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Owen Sound (Cook Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Palmerston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papple Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paterson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Port Elgin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robinson International Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Roth Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shepherd's Landing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southampton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Varys Field | - | Small Airport |
| Walter's Falls (Piper Way) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Willow Lake Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yellow Gold Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wingham
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Maitland River Community Church | |
| Sacred Heart Church | |
| Saint Andrew's Presbyterian Church | |
| Saint Paul's Trinity | |
| Salvation Army | |
| Wingham Baptist Church | |
| Wingham Bibe Chapel | |
| Wingham Pentecostal Church | |
| Wingham Protestant Reformed Church | |
| Wingham United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wingham
What is the population of Wingham?
Wingham has a population of 2,934 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 145.5 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 Wingham 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 Wingham safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wingham receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wingham?
Wingham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 16.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wingham?
The unemployment rate in Wingham 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 91 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 Wingham?
The median home value in Wingham is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Wingham?
32.9% of adults in Wingham 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 Wingham?
The average commute in Wingham is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Wingham?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wingham 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.
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