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South Huron, ON
Ontario · London Metro
South Huron is a small city in Ontario with a population of 10,063. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How South Huron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is South Huron a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South Huron 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. South Huron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in South Huron is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in South Huron is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x 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
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
South Huron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 50.5 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
South Huron vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
South Huron vs U.S. Average
Income: South Huron vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,000 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,920 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $902 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.9% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 312 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $400,000 |
| 42% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $930 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.1% |
| Housing Units | 4,340 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: South Huron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 164.1 sq mi (425.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3168°N, 81.5165°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 122 km |
| 1952 | LAKE HURON, MI | Avalanche | 1.5 m | - | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in |
South Huron has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and March the driest (2.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.8% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 30.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Total Area | 164.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.3% |
Schools in South Huron
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precious Blood Separate School | - | - | - | - |
| Exeter Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Huron District High School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel School | - | - | - | - |
| Stephen Central Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near South Huron
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHST-FM "Jack 102.3" London, ON | adult hits, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKLO "Classic Rock 98.1 FM" London, ON | classic rock, rebranding | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - London, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIXX 106.9 "The X" Fanshawe College, London, ON | campus radio, college radio | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| FAITH 99.9 CHJX | christian | AAC+ 32 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 |
Museums in South Huron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfield Historical Society and Archives | ||||
| Donnelly Museum | ||||
| Van Egmond House-Museum |
Libraries in South Huron
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huron County Library - Bayfield Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Exeter Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Hensall Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Kirkton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Seaforth Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Huron County Library - Zurich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton County Library - Grand Bend | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Ailsa Craig | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Ilderton | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Lucan | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesex County Library - Parkhill | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in South Huron
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market 29 |
Cafes in South Huron
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in South Huron
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Huron
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in South Huron
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in South Huron
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near South Huron
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia / James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome | YCE | Medium Airport |
| Goderich Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| London International Airport | YXU | Medium Airport |
| St Thomas Municipal Airport | YQS | Medium Airport |
| Atwood / Coghlin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels (Armstrong Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brussels / Hemingway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Butler Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Centralia (Essery Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeskie Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Hill Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dobie Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dungannon Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Dutton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ethel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fordwich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harkes Field | - | Small Airport |
| Harydale Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iona Station (Bobier Strip) | - | Small Airport |
| Listowel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| London (Pioneer Airpark) | - | Small Airport |
| London Soaring Society | - | Small Airport |
| Lucan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melbourne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nenagh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Northville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmerston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papple Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paterson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Reeces Corners Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roth Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sexsmith (Exeter) 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 |
| Triple Nickel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wabash 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 |
Post Offices in South Huron
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in South Huron
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cavan Presbyterian Church | |
| Exeter Bible Chapel | |
| Exeter Christian Reformed Church | |
| Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Precious Blood Catholic Church | |
| Trivitt Memorial Church | |
| Zion United Church |
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What is the population of South Huron?
South Huron has a population of 10,063 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 164.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.6% male.
Is South Huron expensive to live in?
The median household income is $77,000, 2% 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 $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is South Huron safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, South Huron receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in South Huron?
South Huron has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches, with 50.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in South Huron?
The unemployment rate in South Huron is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $902. There are 312 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 20.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in South Huron?
The median home value in South Huron is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 72.8%.
How are the schools in South Huron?
9.8% of adults in South Huron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in South Huron?
The average commute in South Huron is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of South Huron?
The racial and ethnic makeup of South Huron is 97.1% White, 1.7% Asian. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home.