Learn about our community and find the information you need to consider Orangeville as a location for your new or growing business.

Population

As the largest urban area in Dufferin County, the Town of Orangeville's population is steadily growing to support our business community.

With a median age of 38.7 years, Orangeville is a youthful community when compared to the provincial median age of 41 years.

Population increases by year
YearOrangevilleDufferin County

1996

21,498

45,657

2001

25,248

51,003

2006

26,925

54,436

2011

27,975

56,881

2016

28,900

61,735

2021

30,167

66,257
 2036* 36,490  81,000

Source: Statistics Canada 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021, * Projected forecast Places to Grow 2013

Projected growth

The Town's population is projected to reach 36,490 by 2036, while Ontario growth plans projects the number of Dufferin County residents to increase by over 31% to 81,000 residents by 2036. This will create new opportunities for businesses.

Households and families

Orangeville is an appealing community for families. The number of families in Orangeville increased by 1.6% between 2016 and 2021 to 8,355. Over 13,840 households are predicted by 2031 with over 29,570 new households in all of Dufferin County.

Family characteristics

In the Town of Orangeville there are 8,355 families in private households. Of the total number of families there are:

  • 3.0 people per family on average
  • 5,545 married-couple families
  • 1,375 common-law couple families
  • 1,655 lone-parent families
  • 1,315 female lone-parent families
  • 345 male lone-parent families

Families in Orangeville have a median income of $103,000. The median family income is:

  • $88,000 for couple only families
  • $124,000 for families with a couple and children
  • $73,000 for lone-parent families

Household characteristics

In the Town of Orangeville there are 11,060 private households. Of the total number of households there are:

  • 3,655 households with a couple (married or common-law) with children
  • 2,365 households with a couple (married or common-law) without children
  • 2,490 one-person households

Households in Orangeville have a median income of $89,000. The median household income is:

  • $40,000 for one-person households
  • $104,000 for two-or-more-person households

Private dwelling characteristics

In the Town of Orangeville there are 11,059 occupied private dwellings. Of these, there are:

  • 8,370 owned dwellings
  • 2,690 rented dwellings
  • 6,245 dwellings constructed before 1991
  • 4,805 dwellings constructed between 1991 and 2021

The average value of a dwelling is $417,641, with an average monthly value of:

  • $1,420 for rented dwellings
  • $1,902 for owned dwellings

Workforce

Our population's steady growth creates an expanding workforce and new opportunities for employment and recruitment. According to the Dufferin County Official Plan, the region's employment base is projected to expand to 29,000 local jobs by 2031. This provides the workforce needed to support our thriving local and regional economy.

Labour force statistics
Labour force indicatorsOrangevilleDufferin County

Participation rate

69.9%

69.3%

Employment rate

62.4%

62.4%

Unemployment rate

10.8%

10.0%

Source: Statistics Canada 2021

Education

More than 51% of our residents have a post-secondary education. Our highly-skilled workforce is often sought out for their talent and expertise.

Education attainment
EducationOrangevilleDufferin County

University, certificate, diploma or degree

3,735

7,855

University certificate or diploma below the bachelor level

345

1010

College CEGEP or other non-university or diploma 

5,935

12,855

Apprenticeship or Trades certificate or diploma

1,455

3,535

High school certificate or equivalent

8,085

17,420

Source: Statistics Canada 2021

Key industries and larger employers

Orangeville is a regional centre for commercial and service activity. Our diverse business community includes an established industrial base complemented by growth in key sectors such as professional services, arts and recreation, and cultural industries.

Employment by industry
IndustryTotal number of employees

Total experienced labour force aged 15 years and over

16,760

Retail trade

2,140

Manufacturing

2,090

Health care and social assistance

1,855

Construction

1,700

Accommodation and food services

980

Educational services

1,370

Public administration

800

Transportation & warehousing

980

Professional, scientific and technical services

785

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation

840

Wholesale trade

870

Other services (except public administration)

575

Finance and insurance

485

Real estate and rental and leasing

270

Information and cultural industries

230

Arts, entertainment and recreation

280

Utilities

115

Agriculture and other resource-based industries

110

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction

35

Management of companies and enterprises

50

Source: Statistics Canada 2021

Many of Orangeville's largest employers are part of our diverse industrial base that includes plastics, automotive and food-related manufacturing.

Larger employers in Orangeville
Company NameSectorNumber of full-time employees

E. Hofmann Plastics Ltd.

Manufacturer of food grade packaging

226

Millennium Process Group Inc.

Outsourced business processes

200

Clorox Company of Canada

Manufacturer of Glad Garbage Bags and Cling Wrap

185

Roechling Engineering Plastics Ltd.

Manufacturer of engineered plastic products

136

Direct Plastics - a Novolex Company

Manufacturer of flexible plastic packaging

120

Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.

Manufacturer of goat cheese products

120
     

Sanoh Canada Ltd.

Manufacturer of tubular products for the automotive industry

100

Hydro One

Electricity delivery and training centre

70

Canada Post Corporation

Mail distribution centre

70

Data Cable Company Inc

Manufacturer of customized harness and cable assemblies

65

Source: Town of Orangeville Industrial Directory 2022