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Mississauga, ON

Ontario

Mississauga is a major city in Ontario with a population of 717,961. Residents earn $102,000 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
717,961 Population 6,352/sq mi density
$102,000 Median Income $51,200 per capita
$900,000 Home Value
$1,600 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$102,000 median income, 14.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$900,000 home value, $1,600/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,000
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $900,000
219% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,600
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population717,961
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density6,352/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

B+
Median Income$102,000
Per Capita$51,200
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty9.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

D
Home Value$900,000
Rent$1,600
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units244,575
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+25.2%
Graduate+10.9%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mississauga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mississauga receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Mississauga has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mississauga is $102,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Mississauga among higher-income communities. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mississauga is $900,000, making it a premium housing market at 219% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,600 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mississauga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 43.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mississauga has a population of 717,961 with a density of 6,352 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.1%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 6.9% Black, 41.6% Asian.

Population

717,961
Total Population
2021 Census
6,352
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
113.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Mississauga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.9%
43% below US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages54.2%

Social Characteristics

Mississauga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mississauga is $102,000, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mississauga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,000
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit11.4%
Work from Home51.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mississauga is $900,000, 219% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,600 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$900,000
219% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,600
38% above US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units244,575

Property Tax

In Mississauga, 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: Mississauga 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

Mississauga has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall43.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area113.0 sq mi (292.7 km²)
Population Density6,352/sq mi
Coordinates43.5789°N, 79.6583°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+25.2%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,352/sq mi
Total Area113.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit11.4%
Work from Home51.2%

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