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Greater Sudbury, ON
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Greater Sudbury is a large city in Ontario with a population of 166,004. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Greater Sudbury Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Greater Sudbury a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greater Sudbury receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Greater Sudbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greater Sudbury is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
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. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 66.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average
Income: Greater Sudbury vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,000 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,550 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.4% |
| 189% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 116 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.1% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,000 |
| 23% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.5% |
| Housing Units | 71,480 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Greater Sudbury vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 51.0/100K |
| 97% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 7.1/100K |
| Theft | 36.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 7.4/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 1,743.7 sq mi (4,516.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4900°N, 80.9900°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.4 in |
Greater Sudbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 11°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.8% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 26.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,743.7 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Retail Stores | 10 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.1% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Colleges & Universities in Greater Sudbury
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambrian College | - | - | - | - | - |
| Canadian Career College | - | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Boréal | - | - | - | - | - |
| CTS Canadian Career College | - | - | - | - | - |
| Laurentian University | - | - | - | - | - |
| Laurentian University | - | - | - | - | - |
| Laurentian University School of Architecture | - | - | - | - | - |
| McEwen | - | - | - | - | - |
| Trillium College | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Greater Sudbury
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École séparée Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Cross Catholic School School | - | - | - | - |
| École publique Jeanne-Sauvé | - | - | - | - |
| St. Albert Adult Learning Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Jean Hanson Public School | - | - | - | - |
| MacLeod Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Adamsdale Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Pius XII Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| École séparée Saint-Pierre | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Francis Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| R.L. Beattie Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| École séparée Saint-Denis | - | - | - | - |
| Lockerby Composite School | - | - | - | - |
| Algonquin Road Public School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| École publique Hélène-Gravel | - | - | - | - |
| Alexander Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Greater Sudbury
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Sudbury, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJRQ-FM "92.7 Rock" Sudbury, ON | mainstream rock, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKLU 96.7 FM | university radio | MP3 | |
| CJMX-FM "KISS 105.3" Sudbury, ON | hot adult contemporary, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nord de l'Ontario) Sudbury, ON | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Greater Sudbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Farm Museum | ||||
| Copper Cliff Museum | ||||
| Dynamic Earth | ||||
| Flour Mill Museum | ||||
| Greater Sudbury Heritage Museums | ||||
| Northern Ontario Railroad Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Rayside-Balfour Museum | ||||
| Science North |
Libraries in Greater Sudbury
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garson Library and Citizen Service Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Azilda Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Capreol Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Chelmsford Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Coniston Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Copper Cliff Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - Lively Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Public Library - South End Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Sudbury Seed Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Valley East Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Greater Sudbury
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Market | |||||
| The Marketplace Sudbury |
Hotels in Greater Sudbury
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Greater Sudbury
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Greater Sudbury
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Greater Sudbury
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Greater Sudbury
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Greater Sudbury
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Greater Sudbury
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Greater Sudbury
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Greater Sudbury
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Greater Sudbury
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Greater Sudbury
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Greater Sudbury
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Greater Sudbury
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Greater Sudbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Greater Sudbury
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Greater Sudbury
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Former Nordic Ski Hill | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Adanac Ski Hill | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Greater Sudbury
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Airport | YSB | Medium Airport |
| Alban Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dominion Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Killarney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sudbury / Coniston Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Greater Sudbury
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| OATC |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Greater Sudbury
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bancroft Drive Community Church | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Glad Tidings Church | |
| Holy Redeemer Church | |
| North Edge Church | |
| Our Lady of Hope | |
| Paroisse la Toussaint | |
| Saint Anthony's | |
| Saint Casimir's | |
| Saint Luke's | |
| Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church | |
| Siion Church | |
| St. Mark’s United Church | |
| St. Mary & St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church | |
| St. Patrick's Catholic Church | |
| St. Stanislaus Catholic Church | |
| St. Timothy's Lutheran Church | |
| Sudbury Chinese Evangelical Missionary Church | |
| Sudbury First Nations Church |
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What is the population of Greater Sudbury?
Greater Sudbury has a population of 166,004 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 1,743.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Greater Sudbury expensive to live in?
The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Greater Sudbury safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 51 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Greater Sudbury receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Greater Sudbury?
Greater Sudbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches, with 66.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Greater Sudbury?
The job market in Greater Sudbury faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,030. There are 116 business establishments in the area, including 44 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 23.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Greater Sudbury?
The median home value in Greater Sudbury is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.
How are the schools in Greater Sudbury?
13.8% of adults in Greater Sudbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.8% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Greater Sudbury?
The average commute in Greater Sudbury is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.7% of workers drive alone to work, 4.1% use public transit, and 23.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Greater Sudbury?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Greater Sudbury is 93.4% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 3.2% Asian. 66.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 22.6% speak Spanish.