Our Ward, Block by Block
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Ward 7 by the Numbers
Verified 2021 Census data for Humber River-Black Creek. Update figures in lib/wardStats.ts and all cards refresh automatically.
Core Demographics
Total Population
111,200
5-Year Growth
3.2%
2016–2021
Median Age
37.6
years
Working Age (15–64)
68%
Dependency Ratio
46
per 100 working-age
Housing Affordability
Total Dwellings
37,675
Avg. Monthly Rent
$1,261
avg. monthly shelter cost
Tenant Stress Rate
33%
renters paying >30% of income
Low-Income Rate
15.1%
after-tax LICO
Low Income — Seniors & Youth
18%
seniors & youth
Immigration & Language
Total Immigrants
62,700
56.4% of total population
Recent Immigrants
8,885
2016–2021 arrivals
English at Home
57%
English primary language
Non-Official Language at Home
32%
non-official language at home
Top Birthplaces — Immigrant Population
Labour & Education
Unemployment Rate
10.2%
local unemployment rate
Labour Force Participation
57.5%
labour force participation
No High School Credential
28%
no credential, ages 15+
Post-Secondary Completion
41%
completion, ages 15+
Top Employment Sectors
Source: 2021 Census of Population, City of Toronto Ward Profile