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North Huron, ON

Ontario

North Huron is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,052. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,052 Population 73/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $45,160 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 8.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,052
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$45,160
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty11.8%
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$800
Ownership71.1%
Housing Units2,160
Rent Burden17.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+34.3%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute25 min

Is North Huron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Huron receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Huron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Huron is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Huron is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Huron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow.

North Huron has a population of 5,052 with a density of 73 people per square mile, spread across 69.1 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.1% of residents.

Population

5,052
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
69.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Huron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 6.6%

Social Characteristics

North Huron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Huron is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,160 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $868, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 157 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 17.4% of workers work from home.

Income: North Huron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,160
Avg Weekly Wage$868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in North Huron is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 71.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,160 total housing units in the city. 17.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.1%
Owner-Occupied71.1%
Renter-Occupied28.9%
Housing Units2,160

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, North Huron receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Huron 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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North Huron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,109 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,109 ft (338 m)
Area69.1 sq mi (179.0 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates43.8249°N, 81.4266°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.16"
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 M2.5 132 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
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 135 km
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.2 in Wettest

North Huron has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and March the driest (2.9").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+34.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area69.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Radio Stations near North Huron

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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

Libraries in North Huron

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Lucknow Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Ripley Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Teeswater Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Blyth Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Brussels Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Clinton Branch0.0
Huron County Library - Wingham Branch0.0

Hotels in North Huron

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blyth Inn

Theatres in North Huron

3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blyth Center for the Arts
Harvest Stage
Philip's Studio

Gas Stations in North Huron

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4816487983
Radford Fuels
Ultramar

Breweries in North Huron

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cowbell

Airports Near North Huron

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Centralia / James T. Field Memorial AerodromeYCEMedium Airport
Goderich Airport-Medium Airport
Kincardine Municipal AirportYKDMedium 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
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Dungannon Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ethel Airport-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Glendale 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
Port Elgin Airport-Small Airport
Robinson International Air Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport
Sexsmith (Exeter) Airport-Small Airport
Shepherd's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Southampton Airport-Small Airport
Stratford Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport-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

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Huron

What is the population of North Huron?

North Huron has a population of 5,052 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 69.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.6% male.

Is North Huron expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,000, 1% 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 $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is North Huron safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Huron?

North Huron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North Huron?

The job market in North Huron faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $868. There are 157 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 17.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Huron?

The median home value in North Huron is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.

How are the schools in North Huron?

6.7% of adults in North Huron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Huron?

The average commute in North Huron is 25 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Huron?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Huron is 96.5% White, 1.6% Asian. 93.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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