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Huron Shores, ON

Ontario

Huron Shores is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,860. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,860 Population 11/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $41,040 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$730 Median Rent 9.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $730/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,860
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$41,040
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty19.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$730
Ownership88.6%
Housing Units835
Rent Burden9.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+30.9%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Huron Shores a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huron Shores is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huron Shores is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Huron Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow.

Huron Shores has a population of 1,860 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 174.5 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.6% of residents.

Population

1,860
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
174.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Huron Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish 4.6%
66% below US avg
Other Languages 7.8%

Social Characteristics

Huron Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huron Shores is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,040. The average weekly wage is $789, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 58 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 16.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Huron Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,040
Avg Weekly Wage$789

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Huron Shores is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 835 total housing units in the city. 9.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg
Rent Burden9.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units835

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 Shores receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Huron Shores 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 Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. The area receives 11.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area174.5 sq mi (451.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates46.2999°N, 83.3830°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
9% below US avg
Snowfall 11.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.7 in

Huron Shores has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 14°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.6").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+30.9%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area174.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Museums in Huron Shores

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage Park Museum
Iron Bridge Historical Museum

Gas Stations in Huron Shores

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Shell

Ski Resorts Near Huron Shores

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Terrain Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Huron Shores

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bar River AirportYEBSmall Airport
Bruce Mines Kerr Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cockburn Island Airport-Small Airport
Drummond Island AirportDRESmall Airport
Lapoint Seaplane Base-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Huron Shores

What is the population of Huron Shores?

Huron Shores has a population of 1,860 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 174.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.4% male.

Is Huron Shores expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Huron Shores safe?

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

What is the weather like in Huron Shores?

Huron Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 11.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Huron Shores?

The job market in Huron Shores faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $789. There are 58 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 16.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Huron Shores?

The median home value in Huron Shores is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $730. The homeownership rate is 88.6%.

How are the schools in Huron Shores?

7.7% of adults in Huron Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Huron Shores?

The average commute in Huron Shores is 27 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Huron Shores?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Huron Shores is 98.9% White. 87.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.6% speak Spanish.

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