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Central Huron, ON

Ontario

Central Huron is a small city in Ontario with a population of 7,799. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,799 Population 45/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $48,480 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$890 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $890/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,799
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$48,480
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty10.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,265
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation932 ft (284 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+30.9%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Central Huron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Huron receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Central Huron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Huron is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% 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 Central Huron is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Central Huron has a population of 7,799 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

7,799
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
173.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Huron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages5.9%

Social Characteristics

Central Huron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Huron is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Central Huron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,480

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Huron is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%
Renter-Occupied18.8%
Housing Units3,265

Property Tax

In Central Huron, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Central Huron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+30.9%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area173.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

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