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Woolwich, ON

Ontario · Guelph Metro

Woolwich is a small city in Ontario with a population of 26,999. Residents earn $115,000 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
26,999 Population 214/sq mi density
$115,000 Median Income $60,500 per capita
$755,000 Home Value
$1,180 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$115,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$755,000 home value, $1,180/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $115,000
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $755,000
168% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,180
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26,999
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$115,000
Per Capita$60,500
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty6.5%
Commute23 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$755,000
Rent$1,180
Ownership83.9%
Housing Units9,360
Rent Burden13.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+25.5%
Graduate+6.1%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Woolwich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woolwich receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Woolwich offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woolwich is $115,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 53% above $75,149. This places Woolwich among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woolwich is $755,000, making it a premium housing market at 168% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,180 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

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Woolwich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 49.5 inches of snow.

Woolwich has a population of 26,999 with a density of 214 people per square mile, spread across 126.1 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 1% Black, 6.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.1% of residents.

Population

26,999
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
126.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woolwich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.1%
0% below US avg
Spanish 0.6%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 21.3%

Social Characteristics

Woolwich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woolwich is $115,000, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,500 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,163, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 837 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 41.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Woolwich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,000
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,500
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)837

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home41.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Woolwich is $755,000, 168% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,180 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,360 total housing units in the city. 13.8% 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$755,000
168% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,180
1% above US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied16.0%
Housing Units9,360

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, Woolwich receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Woolwich 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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Woolwich experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 49.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area126.1 sq mi (326.6 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates43.5666°N, 80.4995°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.1"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 49.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 122 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 116 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 126 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 149 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 146 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 102 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 149 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 88 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 - 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.9 in

Woolwich has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 19°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.5% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+25.5%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area126.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home41.8%

Schools in Woolwich

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Foundation Christian School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Woolwich

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 community radio MP3 128 kbps
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3
CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON rhythmic contemporary hits AAC+ 47 kbps
CKMO 101.5 "FM101" Orangeville, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON community radio, hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI community alternative MP3 128 kbps
CKRZ 100.3 "Voice of the Grand" Ohsweken, ON community radio, indigenous MP3 96 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
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps

Museums in Woolwich

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brubacher House
Brubacher House
Castle Kilbride
City of Waterloo Museum
City of Waterloo Museum
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village
Earth Sciences Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Fashion History Museum
Guelph Civic Museum
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Joseph Schneider Haus
Joseph Schneider Haus
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Kichener-Waterloo Art Gallery
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway
The Gallery
The Gallery
TheMuseum
TheMuseum
Waterloo Central Railway Resoration Shop
Wellington County Museum and Archives
Wilmot Heritage Fire Brigades Museum

Libraries in Woolwich

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cambridge Public Library - Clemens Mill0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Hespeler0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Old Post Office0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Preston0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Queen's Square0.0
Dana Porter Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Davis Centre Library0.0
Guelph Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - West End Branch0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Forest Heights0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Grand River Stanley Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Main0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Laurier Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
Lusi Wong Library0.0
Mini Library0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Baden Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Bloomingdale Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - Breslau Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Elmira Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Linwood Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Hamburg Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - St. Clements Branch0.0
Region of Waterloo Library - St. Jacobs Branch0.0
Southwest Community Library0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
St. Jerome's Library0.0
Waterloo Public Library - Eastside Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - John M. Harper Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - Main0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Waterloo Public Library - McCormick Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Aboyne Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Drayton Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Elora Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Fergus Branch0.0
Wellington County Library, Marden Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Woolwich

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kitchener Market
Martin's Maple Syrup
Rolling Acres
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market

Golf Courses in Woolwich

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Conestoga Golf Course

Breweries in Woolwich

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Block Three Brewing Company
Fixed Gear Brewing
Fixed Gear Brewing Co.
Peel Street Beverage Company
Red Circle Brewing
Red Circle Brewing
Schooner Street Brewery
Schooner Street Brewery
Short Finger Brewing Company
Short Finger Brewing Company
Sparrow Brewing & Roasting Co.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
TWB Co-operative Brewing
TWB Co-operative Brewing
Wellington Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Woolwich

TeamLeagueDivision
Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Ski Resorts Near Woolwich

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Woolwich

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Bellamy Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Ellen Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome-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
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Grand Valley North Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Woolwich

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health Group

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Frequently Asked Questions About Woolwich

What is the population of Woolwich?

Woolwich has a population of 26,999 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 126.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Woolwich expensive to live in?

The median household income is $115,000, 53% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $755,000 (168% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Woolwich safe?

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

What is the weather like in Woolwich?

Woolwich has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 49.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Woolwich?

The unemployment rate in Woolwich is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,163. There are 837 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 41.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Woolwich?

The median home value in Woolwich is $755,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,180. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.

How are the schools in Woolwich?

16.3% of adults in Woolwich hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.5% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Woolwich?

The average commute in Woolwich is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 41.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Woolwich?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Woolwich is 90.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino, 6.2% Asian. 78.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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