North Kawartha is home to permanent residents and seasonal visitors. We are a desirable community for retirees with 26.6% of the population being over 65. Many people come to enjoy the attractions of the natural landscape and to get closer to nature. There is something here to suit everyone!

• Population of 2,877 (according to 2021 Census Profile)
• Additional population of seasonal residents is estimated at 12,000
• 3,693 private dwellings (according to 2021 Census Profile)
• 776.01 square kilometres in area

You can view the County of Peterborough Demographics Analysis: 2011 Census Report which will help understand population trends in Peterborough County and in the Township of North Kawartha.

You can also View the North Kawartha Census Profile from Statistics Canada that contains more information about how your community is comprised.