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Hamilton Metro Area
ON · 122 cities · 4,488,565 population
Largest Cities in Hamilton Metro
Mississauga, ON
Brampton, ON
Etobicoke, ON
Oakville, ON
Burlington, ON
Guelph, ON
Cambridge, ON
Milton, ON
Brantford, ON
Stoney Creek, ON
Norfolk County, ON
Waterfront Communities-The Island, ON
The Hamilton metropolitan area is the 13th largest metro area in Canada, with a total population of 4,488,565 spread across 122 cities and towns in ON. Anchored by Mississauga, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.
Residents of the Hamilton metro area earn an average household income of $86,497, while the average home value sits at $508,846. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,052 per month, making the cost of living relatively high compared to the national average. About 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.
Property crime averages 3,358.9 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 48.8°F, with cooler temperatures throughout the year. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 12.4%, which is near the national average.
With 122 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Hamilton metro area offers a wide variety of living options. The sheer number of cities provides prospective residents with diverse choices in terms of housing, schools, commute times, and neighborhood character. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.
Metro Area Overview
Climate
| Avg Annual Temperature | 48.8°F |
| Avg January Temp | 28.0°F |
| Avg July Temp | 70.6°F |
| Avg Annual Precipitation | 38.1" |
Safety
| Avg Property Crime Rate | 3358.9 per 1K |
Economy
| Avg Unemployment Rate | 6.0% |
| Avg Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| Avg Median Age | 42.0 |