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Essex location & demographic data

A data profile of Essex, Ontario — home to about 62,022 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Essex at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Essex.

Population
62,022
Median age
43.2
years
Median household income
$107,000
per year
Homeownership rate
89%
11% rent
Median home value
$500,000
Median rent
$1,010
per month
Avg. commute
24 min
Unemployment
13%
Avg. household size
2.7
people

About Essex

Essex is home to approximately 62,022 residents, with a median age of 43.2. The median household income is $107,000 and 89% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $500,000, with median rent near $1,010 per month. Residents of Essex report an average commute of about 24 min.

Essex demographics in detail

Age, income, education, and household breakdowns for Essex.

Age distribution

0–1417%
15–2412%
25–4423%
45–6430%
65+18%

Household income

Under $40k11%
$40–79k25%
$80–99k12%
$100–149k24%
$150k+28%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate15%
High school33%
College / trade33%
Bachelor’s or higher19%

Household composition

One-person20%
Couples65%
Multigenerational3%

Neighbourhoods in Essex

All 20 neighbourhoods in Essex with location data. Select one for local insights.

Essex — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Essex?

Essex has a population of approximately 62,022 residents.

What is the median household income in Essex?

The median household income in Essex is $107,000 per year.

What is the average home price in Essex?

The median dwelling value in Essex is approximately $500,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Essex?

About 89% of homes in Essex are owner-occupied, while roughly 11% are rented.

How much is rent in Essex?

The median monthly rent in Essex is around $1,010.

What is the median age in Essex?

The median age in Essex is 43.2 years.

What is the average commute time in Essex?

Residents of Essex have an average commute of about 24 min.

What percentage of Essex residents have a university degree?

About 19% of Essex residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

How many households in Essex earn over $150,000?

Roughly 28% of households in Essex have an income of $150,000 or more per year.

The data behind Essex

This profile is built from Neighbourly's live Canadian datasets.

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