Puslinch, ON — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $133,000

77% higher than US avg

Home Value $1,000,000

255% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.7%

45% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,170

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 9.3%

158% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.3%

57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,944

Median Age49.2 yrs

Density96/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+

Median Income$133,000

Per Capita$91,300

Unemployment9.3%

Poverty5.3%

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$1,000,000

Rent$1,170

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units2,860

Rent Burden16.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain37.0 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.7%

High School+27.7%

Graduate+9.8%

Community

Commute28 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Puslinch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puslinch receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Puslinch has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Puslinch is $133,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Puslinch among higher-income communities. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Puslinch is $1,000,000, making it a premium housing market at 255% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Puslinch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Puslinch has a population of 7,944 with a density of 96 people per square mile, spread across 82.9 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 9.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,944

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.2yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

82.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Puslinch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	82.6%
	5% above US avg
Spanish	0.9%
	93% below US avg
Other Languages	16.5%

Social Characteristics

Puslinch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puslinch is $133,000, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $91,300 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 44.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Puslinch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$133,000
	77% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$91,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.3%
	158% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.3%
	57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.2 min
Drive Alone	89.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	44.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Puslinch is $1,000,000, 255% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). There are 2,860 total housing units in the city. 16.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,000,000
	255% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,170
	1% above US avg
Rent Burden	16.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.8%
Renter-Occupied	5.1%
Housing Units	2,860

Property Tax

In Puslinch, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Puslinch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Puslinch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 269 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 37.0 inches. The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.0 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	10.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	991 ft (302 m)
Area	82.9 sq mi (214.8 km²)
Population Density	96/sq mi
Coordinates	43.4304°N, 80.0908°W
Timezone	America/Toronto

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-7°C)	2.4 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	30°F (-1°C)	2.5 in
April	42°F (6°C)	3.0 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.4 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.1 in
July	68°F (20°C)	3.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	67°F (19°C)	3.5 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.6 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.0 in
November	38°F (3°C)	3.7 in
December	26°F (-3°C)	2.9 in

Puslinch has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.3").

18.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 89.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.7%
	45% below US avg
High School+	27.7%
Graduate Degree+	9.8%

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	96/sq mi
Total Area	82.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.2 min
Drive Alone	89.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	44.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Puslinch

What is the population of Puslinch?

Puslinch has a population of 7,944 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 82.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.9% male.

Is Puslinch expensive to live in?

Puslinch is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $133,000, 77% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,000,000 (255% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Puslinch?

Puslinch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Puslinch?

The job market in Puslinch faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 44.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Puslinch?

The median home value in Puslinch is $1,000,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170.

How are the schools in Puslinch?

18.7% of adults in Puslinch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Puslinch?

The obesity rate in Puslinch is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Puslinch?

The average commute in Puslinch is 28 minutes. 89.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 44.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Puslinch?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Puslinch is 86.7% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 9.6% Asian. 82.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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