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Woodstock, ON

Ontario · Guelph Metro

Woodstock is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 46,705. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
46,705 Population 2,142/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $47,280 per capita
$536,000 Home Value
$1,190 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 12.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$536,000 home value, $1,190/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $536,000
90% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,190
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46,705
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density2,142/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$47,280
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty8.7%
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$536,000
Rent$1,190
Ownership65.2%
Housing Units18,885
Rent Burden21.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation981 ft (299 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Woodstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodstock receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Woodstock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodstock is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.1%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodstock is $536,000, making it a premium housing market at 90% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,190 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x 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

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Woodstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 45.4 inches of snow.

Woodstock has a population of 46,705 with a density of 2,142 people per square mile, spread across 21.8 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 2% Black, 9.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.4% of residents.

Population

46,705
Total Population
2021 Census
2,142
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
21.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.4%
7% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 14.6%

Social Characteristics

Woodstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodstock is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,280 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $909, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,448 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 17.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Woodstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,280
Avg Weekly Wage$909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,448

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodstock is $536,000, 90% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,190 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 18,885 total housing units in the city. 21.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$536,000
90% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,190
2% above US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.2%
Owner-Occupied65.2%
Renter-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units18,885

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, Woodstock receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Woodstock 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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Woodstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 266 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 36.0 inches. The area receives 45.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 981 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Area21.8 sq mi (56.5 km²)
Population Density2,142/sq mi
Coordinates43.1334°N, 80.7497°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 45.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 133 km
Mar 15, 1992 15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 142 km
Jun 20, 2006 9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio M3.5 149 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 137 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 142 km
Feb 23, 1995 3 km W of Ashtabula, Ohio M2.9 141 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 121 km
Feb 14, 2009 4 km WSW of Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio M2.6 145 km
Jan 20, 2001 0 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M2.6 140 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 110 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 140 km
Jul 17, 2003 1 km SE of Edgewood, Ohio M2.5 142 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 - 96 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 3.2 in

Woodstock has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 22°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,142/sq mi
Total Area21.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home17.3%

Colleges & Universities in Woodstock

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Fanshawe College - Woodstock Campus - - - - -
Jack Dunn Memorial Park - - - - -

Schools in Woodstock

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Springbank Public School - - - -
École secondaire catholique Notre-Dame - - - -
Holy Family School - - - -
St. Michael's School - - - -
Roch Carrier French Immersion Public School - - - -
Oliver Stephens Public School - - - -
St. Mary's High School - - - -
Woodstock Collegiate Institute - - - -
Woodstock Christian School - - - -
Huron Park Secondary School - - - -
École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys - - - -
Northdale Public School - - - -
College Avenue Secondary School - - - -
Central Public School - - - -
Winchester Street Public School - - - -
Eastdale Public School - - - -
Southside Public School - - - -
Algonquin Public School - - - -
St. Patrick's School - - - -
East Oxford Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Woodstock

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHST-FM "Jack 102.3" London, ON adult hits, classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
Blown 60's, 70's MP3 192 kbps
Crucial Velocity Radio classic metal, hard rock MP3 192 kbps
CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIXX 106.9 "The X" Fanshawe College, London, ON campus radio, college radio AAC+ 32 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI community alternative MP3 128 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 community radio MP3 128 kbps
CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON country AAC+ 47 kbps
98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio community, local radio MP3 320 kbps
CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON community radio, multingual MP3 320 kbps
CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON news talk AAC+ 47 kbps
CHPD 105.9 "De Brigj Radio" Aylmer, ON community radio, mennonite MP3 96 kbps
CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock canada, classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps
FAITH 99.9 CHJX christian AAC+ 32 kbps
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON country, rogers media UNKNOWN
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON adult contemporary, rogers media UNKNOWN
New Country 96.3 FM (US) - AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Woodstock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Drumbo and District Museum
Gallery Stratford
Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum
Norwich Museum and Archives
Princeton & District Museum
Woodstock Museum

Libraries in Woodstock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mini Library0.0
Oxford County Library - Burgessville0.0
Oxford County Library - Embro0.0
Oxford County Library - Harrington0.0
Oxford County Library - Ingersoll0.0
Oxford County Library - Innerkip0.0
Oxford County Library - Mount Elgin0.0
Oxford County Library - Norwich0.0
Oxford County Library - Otterville0.0
Oxford County Library - Plattsville0.0
Oxford County Library - Princeton0.0
Oxford County Library - Tavistock0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Hamburg Branch0.0
Stratford Public Library0.0
Woodstock Public Library0.0

Hotels in Woodstock

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus
Holiday Inn Express
Quality Inn

Cafes in Woodstock

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bobar Beverage Co.
Coffee Culture
Country Style
Starbucks
Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Woodstock

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gallery Cinemas

Theatres in Woodstock

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Capitol Theatre
The Oxford Drive-In Theatre

Monuments in Woodstock

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Totem Pole

Clinics in Woodstock

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pharmacy Corner
Trusty Care Pharmacy

Dentists in Woodstock

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #7737452613
CA #829472211
Lakeside Dental
Palleck Orthodontics
SunnyView Dental
The Tooth Corner

Veterinaries in Woodstock

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #3235545222

Train Stations in Woodstock

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Woodstock

Bus Stations in Woodstock

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Woodstock Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Woodstock

22 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
CA #405648989
CA #828253974
CA #828852492
CA #829472175
CA #829472233
CA #968257765
Canadian Tire
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Shell
Shell
Shell

Banks in Woodstock

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
TD
TD Bank

Shopping Malls in Woodstock

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Springbank Plaza

Gyms in Woodstock

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fit4Less
GoodLife Fitness
GoodLife Fitness

Golf Courses in Woodstock

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sally Creek Golf Course
Woodstock Meadows Golf Center

Breweries in Woodstock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jobsite Brewing
Peel Street Beverage Company
Stratford Brewery

Airports Near Woodstock

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Bellamy Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Ellen Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Iona Station (Bobier Strip)-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Nixon Airport-Small Airport
Orangeville / Brundle Field-Small Airport
Palmerston Airport-Small Airport
Papple Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in Woodstock

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
The UPS Store

Churches & Religious Organizations in Woodstock

34 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Bethany Lutheran Church
Bethel United Reformed Church
Central United Church
Church of the Epiphany
Clarke Christadelphian
College Avenue United Church
Corner Stone Baptist Church
Covenent Christian Reformed Church of Woodstock
Dundas Street United Church
Emmanuel Reformed Church
Faith Community Church of the Nazarene
First Baptist Church
Grace Presbyterian Church
Holy Cross Church
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Huron Park Baptist Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Knox Presbyterian Church
Life Church International
Marantha Christian Reformed Church
Movement Church
New Apostolic Church
Oxford Baptist Church
Saint David's United Church
Saint John's Anglican Church Eastwood
Saint Paul's Anglican Church
South Zorra Baptist Church
Sweaburg United Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Family Church
The Rock Community Church
The Salvation Army Community Church
Transport for Christ

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Frequently Asked Questions About Woodstock

What is the population of Woodstock?

Woodstock has a population of 46,705 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2,142 people per square mile, spread across 21.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.9% male.

Is Woodstock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $536,000 (90% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,190 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Woodstock safe?

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

What is the weather like in Woodstock?

Woodstock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 45.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Woodstock?

The job market in Woodstock faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $909. There are 1,448 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 17.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Woodstock?

The median home value in Woodstock is $536,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,190. The homeownership rate is 65.2%.

How are the schools in Woodstock?

10.7% of adults in Woodstock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Woodstock?

The average commute in Woodstock is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 17.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Woodstock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Woodstock is 86.3% White, 2% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, 9.4% Asian. 84.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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