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Huron East, ON

Ontario

Huron East is a small city in Ontario with a population of 9,512. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,512 Population 37/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $44,840 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$790 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 218 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 6.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $790/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,512
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$44,840
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty10.4%
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$790
Ownership78.5%
Housing Units3,705
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+30.7%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Huron East a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huron East receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Huron East has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huron East is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huron East is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Huron East experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 63.6 inches of snow.

Huron East has a population of 9,512 with a density of 37 people per square mile, spread across 258.4 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents.

Population

9,512
Total Population
2021 Census
37
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
258.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Huron East vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 8.4%

Social Characteristics

Huron East vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huron East is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,840 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $862, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 295 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 28.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Huron East vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,840
Avg Weekly Wage$862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)295

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home28.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Huron East is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,705 total housing units in the city. 13.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.5%
Housing Units3,705

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, Huron East receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Huron East 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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Huron East experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 63.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area258.4 sq mi (669.2 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates43.6168°N, 81.2998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 63.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

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

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 150 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Huron East has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and March the driest (2.9").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+30.7%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area258.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home28.4%

Colleges & Universities in Huron East

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Fanshawe College - Clinton Centre - - - - -

Radio Stations near Huron East

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Blown 60's, 70's MP3 192 kbps
Crucial Velocity Radio classic metal, hard rock MP3 192 kbps
CKNX-AM 920 Wingham, ON commercial, country AAC+ 48 kbps
CHGK-FM 107.7 "2 Day FM" Stratford, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (AAC Stream) country, new format rebranding AAC 63 kbps
CHWC-FM "Country 104.9" Goderich, ON (MP3 Stream) country, new format rebranding MP3 128 kbps
CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (MP3 Stream) classic hits, new format rebranding MP3 96 kbps
CIBU-FM "Cool 94.5" Wingham, ON (AAC Stream) classic hits, new format rebranding AAC+ 48 kbps
CKNX-FM 101.7 "The One" Wingham, ON commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Huron East

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Van Egmond House-Museum

Libraries in Huron East

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Huron County Library - Blyth Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Brussels Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Clinton Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Hensall Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Seaforth Branch0.0
North Perth Public Library - Monkton Branch0.0
West Perth Public Library0.0

Cafes in Huron East

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Walton Inn

Breweries in Huron East

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cowbell

Airports Near Huron East

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Goderich Airport-Medium Airport
Kincardine Municipal AirportYKDMedium Airport
London International AirportYXUMedium Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport-Small Airport
Brussels / Hemingway Field-Small Airport
Centralia (Essery Field) Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Dungannon Aerodrome-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Grand Bend Airport-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Harkes Field-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
London (Pioneer Airpark)-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lucan Airport-Small Airport
Mount Forest Roths' Field-Small Airport
Nenagh Field-Small Airport
Northville Airport-Small Airport
Palmerston Airport-Small Airport
Papple Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Paterson Field-Small Airport
Rand Private Airfield-Small Airport
Robinson International Air Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport
Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport-Small Airport
Shepherd's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Stratford Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Strathroy (Blue Yonder) Airport-Small Airport
Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport-Small Airport
Tillsonburg Airport-Small Airport
Triple Nickel Airport-Small Airport
Warren Field-Small Airport
Willow Lake Airstrip-Small Airport
Wingham (Inglis Field) Airport-Small Airport
Wingham / Richard W. LeVan Airport-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport
Woodstock Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Yellow Gold Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huron East

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Duff's United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Huron East

What is the population of Huron East?

Huron East has a population of 9,512 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 258.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50.1% male.

Is Huron East expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Huron East safe?

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

What is the weather like in Huron East?

Huron East has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches, with 63.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Huron East?

The unemployment rate in Huron East is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $862. There are 295 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 28.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Huron East?

The median home value in Huron East is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $790. The homeownership rate is 78.5%.

How are the schools in Huron East?

8.7% of adults in Huron East hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Huron East?

The average commute in Huron East is 26 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Huron East?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Huron East is 97.8% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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