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Grey Highlands, ON

Ontario

Grey Highlands is a small city in Ontario with a population of 10,424. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,424 Population 31/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $50,160 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,424
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$50,160
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty11.9%
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$600,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units4,090
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+30.9%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Grey Highlands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grey Highlands receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Grey Highlands has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grey Highlands is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grey Highlands is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

11.1% 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.

Grey Highlands has a population of 10,424 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

10,424
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
339.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grey Highlands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages14.2%

Social Characteristics

Grey Highlands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grey Highlands is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Grey Highlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Grey Highlands is $600,000, 113% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units4,090

Property Tax

In Grey Highlands, 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: Grey Highlands 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

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+30.9%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area339.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home38.5%

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