Median Income
$84,000
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.4%
189% higher than US avg
How Greater Sudbury Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population166,004
Median AgeN/A
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B
Median Income$84,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment10.4%
PovertyN/A
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71,480
Rent Burden17.2%
Crime
F
Violent106/100K
Property51/100K
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQIN/A
Rain35.8 in/yr
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+26.8%
Graduate+4.3%
Is Greater Sudbury a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greater Sudbury receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Greater Sudbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Greater Sudbury is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Safety & Crime
Greater Sudbury is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 51 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Greater Sudbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 66.7 inches of snow.
Greater Sudbury has a population of 166,004. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.5% Black, 3.2% Asian.
Race & Ethnicity
Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 66.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Spanish | 22.6% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Other Languages | 10.8% |
Social Characteristics
Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Greater Sudbury is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Greater Sudbury vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,000 |
| 12% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.4% |
| 189% above US avg |
| |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.1% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.5% |
| Housing Units | 71,480 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Greater Sudbury has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 51 per 100,000 (97% below US avg).
Crime Rates: Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 106.2/100K |
| 72% below US avg |
| |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 51.0/100K |
| 97% below US avg |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Greater Sudbury has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.8 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 66.7 inches/yr |
Geography
| Coordinates | 46.4900°N, 80.9900°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |