Median Income
$53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$438
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Toronto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population272
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density877/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$29,841
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$438
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,998 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Libraries1
Is Toronto a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Toronto receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Toronto is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $438 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Toronto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Toronto has a population of 272 with a density of 877 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%).
Population
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 78.8% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Spanish | 21.2% |
| 58% above US avg |
The median household income in Toronto is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,750 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,841 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,094 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 200 |
| County GDP | $553M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Toronto is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $438 (62% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $438 |
| 62% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.00% |
In Toronto, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Toronto vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,408/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Toronto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Toronto has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,998 ft (609 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 877/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5724°N, 96.6414°W |
| County FIPS | 46039 |