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Acton, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Acton is a small city in Ontario with a population of 9,377. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
9,377 Population 67/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,377
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units3,751
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Acton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acton 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. Acton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Acton 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 Acton 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

Acton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 57.7 inches of snow.

Acton has a population of 9,377 with a density of 67 people per square mile, spread across 140.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

9,377
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
140.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Acton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Acton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acton is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 291 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Acton 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)291

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Acton is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,751 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units3,751

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, Acton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Acton 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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Acton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. The area receives 57.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area140.7 sq mi (364.3 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates43.6297°N, 80.0415°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.9"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 57.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 85 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 133 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 78 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 89 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 121 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 144 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 149 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 125 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 70 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 136 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 113 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 137 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 56 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 119 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.8 in

Acton has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.2").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area140.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Acton

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
McKenzie-Smith Bennett Public School - - - -
Acton District High School - - - -
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Brookville Public School - - - -
Robert Little Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Acton

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIRPORT LOUNGE RADIO aereoporto, airport MP3 128 kbps
100% ACID JAZZ acid, acid jazz MP3 128 kbps
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
CHUM TSN 1050 Toronto sports, talk AAC+ 40 kbps
CIRF-AM 1350 "Radio Humsafar" Brampton, ON multicultural, multilingual AAC+ 32 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
CKLK-FM "88.5 The Lake" Grimsby, ON classic hits, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) country AAC 64 kbps
CFMU 93.3 McMaster University Radio - Hamilton, ON community radio, multicultural MP3 128 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (MP3 Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (AAC Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) country MP3 128 kbps
CKMO 101.5 "FM101" Orangeville, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CIDC-FM "Z-103.5" Orangeville, ON rhythmic contemporary hits AAC+ 47 kbps
Radio Disney Country FM 89.1 pop, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
Vinyl Voyage Radio - AAC 64 kbps
CJSA-HD4 CMR Diversity FM 101.3 (Punjabi Stream) Toronto, ON multicultural MP3 128 kbps
CICW-FM 101.1 "The Grand 101" Centre Wellington, ON community radio, hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CJML-FM 101.3 "FM 101" Milton, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
RADIOWAVES funk, oldies MP3 192 kbps
Radio Pakistan Toronto - MP3 128 kbps
CKC455 91.9 "CFRE Radio" University of Toronto Mississauga, ON campus radio, student radio MP3 128 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
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Acton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Great War Flying Museum
Guelph Civic Museum
Halton Region Museum
Lucy Maud Montgomery Museum located in Crawfords Bakery
Nature Centre

Libraries in Acton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brampton Library - Cyril Clark Branch0.0
Brampton Library - Mount Pleasant Village Branch0.0
Brampton Library - Mount Pleasant Village Branch0.0
Burlington Public Library - Alton Branch0.0
Burlington Public Library - Kilbride Branch0.0
Burlington Public Library - Tansley Woods Branch0.0
Caledon Public Library - Alton Branch0.0
Caledon Public Library - Caledon Village Branch0.0
Caledon Public Library - Inglewood Branch0.0
Caledon Public Library - Margaret Dunn Branch0.0
GDHS Library0.0
Guelph Public Library - Bullfrog Mall Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - East Side Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Scottsdale Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - West End Branch0.0
Guelph Public Library - Westminister Square Branch0.0
Halton Hills Public Library - Acton Branch0.0
Halton Hills Public Library - Georgetown Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Carlisle Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Freelton Branch0.0
Hillsburgh Public Library0.0
McLaughlin Library0.0
Milton Public Library - Beaty Branch0.0
Milton Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Milton Public Library - Sherwood Branch0.0
Southfields Village Library0.0
Southfields Village Library0.0
Wellington County Library - Erin Village Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Puslinch Branch0.0
Wellington County Library - Rockwood Branch0.0
Wellington Law Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Acton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aberfoyle Antique Market
Guelph Farmer's Market
South Georgetown Centre
Subzi Mandi
Subzi Mandi

Cafes in Acton

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Acton

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Acton Medical & Urgent Care Clinic

Dentists in Acton

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #11002335241

Veterinaries in Acton

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Acton Veterinary Clinic
Acton Vetrinary Clinic

Train Stations in Acton

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Acton

Gas Stations in Acton

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MBH Petroleum
Petro-Canada
shell

Banks in Acton

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Tandia Financial Credit Union
TD

Golf Courses in Acton

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Springs Golf Club

Breweries in Acton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fixed Gear Brewing
Heartwood Farm & Cidery
Royal City Brewing - Beer Hall & Ward Room

Stadiums & Teams in Acton

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Acton

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Earl Bales Park Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ROC 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Acton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium 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
Baldwin Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin West Aerodrome-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
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Briggs 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
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Dillon Field-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
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Foxden Farms-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Gilford-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

Post Offices in Acton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Acton Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Acton

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Heart Lake Health Centre
Main Street Medical Centre Walk-In Clinic
Mobile Health Network
Royal West Medical Centre
Sandalwood Walk-in Clinic - Dentist
StoryBrook Medical Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Acton

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Christian Reformed Church
Churchill Community Church
Crossing Community Church
Ebenezer United
Ebor Chapel
Frank C Irwin Memorial Chapel
Istiqlal Mosque
Knox Presbyterian Church
Mount Zion Apostolic Church
Rock Chapel
Saint Alban the Martyr Anglican Church
Saint Joseph Patron of Canada
Trinity United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Acton

What is the population of Acton?

Acton has a population of 9,377 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 140.7 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 Acton 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 Acton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Acton?

Acton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches, with 57.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Acton?

The unemployment rate in Acton 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 291 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 Acton?

The median home value in Acton is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Acton?

32.9% of adults in Acton 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 Acton?

The average commute in Acton is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Acton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Acton 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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