About Wrenford's economy
Wrenford is a service centre for the surrounding farm country in Southwestern Ontario. We are located about 15 minutes from Highway 401. Our economy mixes automotive parts, food manufacturing, health care, a community college, logistics, and retail. This mix gives residents steady work and keeps our local shops and services running.
Population and demographics
Wrenford is home to 92,400 people. We have a growing population with a balanced mix of ages. For more details on age, family size, and neighbourhood breakdowns, see Census and demographics.
Housing and density
There are 41,200 private dwellings in the city. The occupancy rate sits at 94 per cent. Our population density is 856 people per square kilometre. The average household size is 2.4 persons.
Income and employment
The median after-tax family income in Wrenford is $94,500. This means half of families earn more than this amount, and half earn less. Our local unemployment rate is 5.8 per cent, which keeps pace with provincial trends.
Major employers
Wrenford's largest employers provide jobs across health care, education, manufacturing, and logistics. The top employers include:
- Wrenford General Hospital
- Tamsin College
- Benchmark Automotive Components
- Tamsin Valley Dairy Co-operative
- Northfield Logistics
- City of Wrenford
See also: Contact planning and development.
Business support
Starting or growing a business in Wrenford is easier with the right support. The Economic Development team can help you with site selection, zoning questions, and incentive programs. Call 519-555-0100 or email [email protected] to speak with a specialist.