Labour Market

The median income in Dufferin County is higher than the Ontario average and higher than some of our neighbouring communities.

CommunityMedian Income 15 yrs. and older
Dufferin$33,038
Ontario$30,526
Caledon$36,639
Wellington County$33,475
Brampton$28,183

Source: Statistics Canada 2011 National Household Survey

 

Household Income

Dufferin has a higher than average household income that compares favourably with neighbouring communities.

 

Community

Median Household Income

Dufferin$77,186
Ontario$66,358
Caledon$98,502
Wellington County$71,864
Brampton$77,787

Source: Statistics Canada 2011 National Household Survey

Dufferin County Labour Force

The labour force represents the total number of residents in Dufferin County, age 15 years and older who are employed. The current unemployment rate for the economic region that includes Dufferin is 5.9%.

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