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Waterloo, ON
Full City Profile · Ontario
Waterloo, ON
At a Glance
How Waterloo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterloo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterloo residents earn a median household income of $94,000 , which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,150. The unemployment rate stands at 12.0% (233% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 195 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterloo is $750,000 , 166% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,400/month, with 24.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
26.1% of adults in Waterloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 25.1% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Waterloo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches.