Statistics/Publications
The Huron County Planning and Development Department and Huron Business Development Corporation compile and provide statistics and publications related to the economic growth of the County of Huron and its municipalities.
Statistical information includes demographics, workforce, wage rates and more. Publications focus on different industry sectors and provide information on areas of importance to business decision makers.
Demographics
Demographic information is supplied by Statistics Canada and is collected every five years.
Population, Census
- Huron County has a population of 59,325**
- The median age is 39.8 and the percentage of the population over 15 is 79.8%
Age Characteristics of Huron County's Population*
Population of the Surrounding Area**
Huron County is located adjacent to Lake Huron and is surrounded to the north, east and south by a population of 2.05 million people. Huron is a 2 hour drive from the Sarnia-Detroit/US border.
| Municipality |
Population |
| London |
352,395 |
| Middlesex County |
422,333 |
| Lambton County |
128,204 |
| Stratford |
30,461 |
| Perth County |
74,344 |
| Wellington County |
200,425 |
| Kitchener |
204,668 |
| Waterloo (city) |
97,475 |
| Waterloo Regional Municipality |
478,121 |
| Bruce County |
65,349 |
| TOTAL |
2,053,775 |
| Source: Statistics Canada, 2006 |
Population Trends*
- Between the Census years of 1996 to 2001 there has been a decrease in population of 519 people (0.87%)
Household Income Level, Census
- The median household income in Huron County is $45,855*
Labour Force, Census
- Huron County's available labour force numbers 30,470 skilled, educated and committed workers.
- We are home to an increasing number of accomplished tradesmen and apprentices, including ticketed welders, fitters and millwrights, who live and work in the community serving the agricultural and manufacturing sectors.
- Major manufacturers, such as Wescast Industries Inc., and Volvo Construction Equipment recognize the outstanding work ethic of Huron County workers; 16% of our skilled workforce is employed in the manufacturing sector and 7% in construction and utilities.
- At least 61% have earned at least a high school or trade certificate.
- More than 65% of our residents are employed and our unemployment rate is 4.0%.
Resident Employment by Occupation
Wage rates in Huron County are lower than the provincial average, and housing costs plus other costs of living are significantly lower. Huron County offers the best of both worlds - affordable labour rates for manufacturers and a comparatively higher quality of life for employees.
*Statistics Canada for the County of Huron as defined during the 2001 Census year.
Source: Statistics Canada 2001
**Statistics Canada for the County of Huron as defined during the 2006 Census year.
Source: Statistics Canada 2006
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