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Halton Data Insights

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Access a range of economic, business and demographic statistics and information on Halton.

Key Economic Indicators and Statistics

Demographic (2021 Census)

596,637

Population

8.8%

Population growth (2016-2021)

40.2

Average age

78%

Post-secondary attainment

226

Distinct ethnicities

132

Languages spoken

28%

Halton working population with STEM degree

Economy and Jobs

$33.1B

GDP

5.3%

Unemployment rate (2023 annual average)

13,810

Businesses (2023)

243,500

Jobs (2023)

922

New businesses (2023)

320,175

Labour force (2021)

Business and Development

$2.8B

Total building permit construction value (2023)

$5.5B

Growth related infrastructure capital program (2024-2033)

10.6M

Surrounding market size

13

Fortune 100 companies operating in Halton Region

720+

Companies exporting goods

3.1M sq. ft.

Total non-residential floor area approved for construction (2023)

Lifestyle

20

Colleges and universities within 60 minute drive

526 km2

Green space

8

Conservation Areas

$156,800

Average household income (2021)

$1,242,597

Average home price (2023)

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Halton Development Highlights

Halton Region Economic Development provides analysis and infographics of ICI development across Halton each quarter. To read the analysis and download the Development Highlights Infographic, visit our blog (external link).

Halton Labour Force Highlights

Halton Region Economic Development provides analysis and infographics of Halton’s Labour Market each quarter. To read the analysis and download the Labour Market Highlights Infographic, visit our blog (external link).

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