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.
Year | Orangeville | Dufferin County |
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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 |
2051* | 38,636 | 95,000 |
Source: Statistics Canada 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021, * Projected forecast Places to Grow 2020
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:
Families in Orangeville have a median income of $103,000. The median family income is:
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Household characteristics |
In the Town of Orangeville there are 11,060 private households. Of the total number of households there are:
Households in Orangeville have a median income of $89,000. The median household income is:
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Private dwelling characteristics |
In the Town of Orangeville there are 11,059 occupied private dwellings. Of these, there are:
The average value of a dwelling is $417,641, with an average monthly value of:
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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 indicators | Orangeville | Dufferin 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 | Orangeville | Dufferin County |
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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.
Industry | Total 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.
Company Name | Sector | Number of full-time employees |
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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