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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.

Data updated June 2026

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
42°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership86.9%
Housing Units4,090
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute33 min

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, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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

Grey Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 20.4 inches of snow.

Grey Highlands has a population of 10,424 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 339.4 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85% of residents.

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 Only 85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 14.2%

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. Per capita income is $50,160 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $965, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 323 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 38.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grey Highlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,160
Avg Weekly Wage$965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)323

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 86.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,090 total housing units in the city. 18.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership86.9%
Owner-Occupied86.9%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units4,090

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, Grey Highlands receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grey Highlands 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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Grey Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 20.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,450 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Area339.4 sq mi (879.0 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates44.3565°N, 80.4604°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 20.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 137 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 125 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 139 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 149 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 135 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 97 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 4.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.4 in

Grey Highlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 17°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.7").

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11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area339.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Grey Highlands

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Osprey Central School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Grey Highlands

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDC-FM 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (AAC Stream) country AAC 64 kbps
CFDC 104.9 "Country 105" Shelburne, ON (MP3 Stream) country MP3 128 kbps
CJGB-FM "LITE 99.3" Meaford, ON soft adult contemporary AAC+ 47 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
CIWN 88.7 "The River" Mount Forest, ON community radio MP3

Museums in Grey Highlands

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Collingwood Museum
Sheffield Park Black History Museum
South Grey Museum
The Museum at the Craigleith Heritage Depot

Libraries in Grey Highlands

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Collingwood Public Library0.0
Craigleith Heritage Depot0.0
Grey Highlands Public Library - Flesherton0.0
Grey Highlands Public Library - Kimberley0.0
Grey Highlands Public Library - Markdale0.0
L.E. Shore Library0.0
Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Grey Highlands

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bowering Lodge

Cafes in Grey Highlands

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gilbert's County Cafe

Gas Stations in Grey Highlands

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4465521413

Breweries in Grey Highlands

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Bellows
Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery
Side Launch Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Grey Highlands

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hockley Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Devil's Glen Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Highlands Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Osler Bluff Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blue Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Craigleith Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpine Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Georgian Peaks Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Grey Highlands

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-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
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Cardwell Airfield-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley / Luther Field-Small Airport
Grand Valley North Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Grenfel Field-Small Airport
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Laurel / Whittington Aerodrome-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grey Highlands

What is the population of Grey Highlands?

Grey Highlands has a population of 10,424 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 339.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.6% male.

Is Grey Highlands expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Grey Highlands safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grey Highlands?

Grey Highlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 20.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grey Highlands?

The unemployment rate in Grey Highlands is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $965. There are 323 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 38.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grey Highlands?

The median home value in Grey Highlands is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 86.9%.

How are the schools in Grey Highlands?

11.1% of adults in Grey Highlands hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grey Highlands?

The average commute in Grey Highlands is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 38.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grey Highlands?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grey Highlands is 98.1% White, 1% Asian. 85% of residents speak only English at home.

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