Median Income
$84,000
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
83/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,500
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
13.9%
286% higher than US avg
How Toronto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,794,356
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density11,468/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Economy
B
Median Income$84,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment13.9%
PovertyN/A
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,160,890
Rent Burden32.5%
Crime
F
Violent83/100K
Property51/100K
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQIN/A
Rain35.6 in/yr
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+23.4%
Graduate+12.6%
Is Toronto a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Toronto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Toronto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Toronto is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.
Safety & Crime
Toronto is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 51 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.
Education
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Toronto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow.
Toronto has a population of 2,794,356 with a density of 11,468 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.3%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 9.6% Black, 34.8% Asian.
Population
2,794,356
Total Population
2021 Census
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 50.4% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 48.4% |
The median household income in Toronto is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,000 |
| 12% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.9% |
| 286% above US avg |
| |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 53.7% |
| Public Transit | 26.2% |
| Work from Home | 64.5% |
Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,500 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 51.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Housing Units | 1,160,890 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Toronto vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Toronto has a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 51 per 100,000 (97% below US avg).
Crime Rates: Toronto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 82.7/100K |
| 78% below US avg |
| |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 50.5/100K |
| 97% below US avg |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Toronto has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.1 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 243.7 sq mi (631.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,468/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7064°N, 79.3986°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |