City / Town · Ontario

Sault Ste. Marie location & demographic data

A data profile of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario — home to about 75,320 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Sault Ste. Marie at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Sault Ste. Marie.

Population
75,320
Median age
47.2
years
Median household income
$71,500
per year
Homeownership rate
69%
31% rent
Median home value
$250,000
Median rent
$890
per month
Avg. commute
15 min
Unemployment
13%
Avg. household size
2.2
people

About Sault Ste. Marie

Sault Ste. Marie is home to approximately 75,320 residents, with a median age of 47.2. The median household income is $71,500 and 69% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $250,000, with median rent near $890 per month. Residents of Sault Ste. Marie report an average commute of about 15 min.

Sault Ste. Marie demographics in detail

Age, income, education, and household breakdowns for Sault Ste. Marie.

Age distribution

0–1414%
15–2410%
25–4423%
45–6428%
65+25%

Household income

Under $40k23%
$40–79k32%
$80–99k11%
$100–149k19%
$150k+15%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate16%
High school31%
College / trade34%
Bachelor’s or higher19%

Household composition

One-person34%
Couples47%
Multigenerational2%

Sault Ste. Marie — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Sault Ste. Marie?

Sault Ste. Marie has a population of approximately 75,320 residents.

What is the median household income in Sault Ste. Marie?

The median household income in Sault Ste. Marie is $71,500 per year.

What is the average home price in Sault Ste. Marie?

The median dwelling value in Sault Ste. Marie is approximately $250,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Sault Ste. Marie?

About 69% of homes in Sault Ste. Marie are owner-occupied, while roughly 31% are rented.

How much is rent in Sault Ste. Marie?

The median monthly rent in Sault Ste. Marie is around $890.

What is the median age in Sault Ste. Marie?

The median age in Sault Ste. Marie is 47.2 years.

What is the average commute time in Sault Ste. Marie?

Residents of Sault Ste. Marie have an average commute of about 15 min.

What percentage of Sault Ste. Marie residents have a university degree?

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

How many households in Sault Ste. Marie earn over $150,000?

Roughly 15% of households in Sault Ste. Marie have an income of $150,000 or more per year.

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