Milton Population & Housing

Population Breakdown

Milton’s 137,000 residents reflect its pace—young, active, and family-first. It’s a town of early mornings, school drop-offs, and busy evenings. Most are in their working years, and kids and grandparents round out a balanced, multi-gen community.

Pop: 137,673 | Children: 17.6% | Working: 68.1% | Seniors: 14.3%

Housing Type Breakdown

The housing mix follows suit—just over 36,000 units, with detached homes making up the majority. Townhouses come next, with a smaller share of low- and high-rise apartments. It’s a profile built for families, with room to grow.

Detached: 19,970 | Semi‑detached: 3,740 | Townhouses: 9,105 | Low‑rise apartments: 1,895 | High‑rise apartments: 2,185

🏥 Healthcare & Wellness Services

  • Hospitals: 1 – Milton District Hospital

  • Walk-in Clinics: ~10 primary clinics available

  • Physiotherapy Clinics: ~10 local facilities

  • Therapy & Counselling Services: 300+ professionals in the area

  • Family Physicians: ~50 family doctor offices across town

  • Urgent Care / Emergency Services: 1 urgent care within local hospital

  • Pharmacies: 15+ convenient locations

  • Diagnostic Centres (X-ray, MRI, labs): 5+ facilities

🎓 Education & Public Services

  • Public Schools: Elementary ~46 | Secondary 4

  • Catholic Schools: Elementary 10 | Secondary 2

  • Private Schools: 4 key institutions (e.g., Milton Christian, Montessori)

  • Daycare Centres: 30+ licensed facilities

  • Adult Education: 1 community learning centre

  • Special Education Programs: Available in public & Catholic schools

  • Libraries: 1 main branch + mobile services

🚍 Transportation & Transit

  • Public Transit: Milton Transit offers local bus routes connecting key areas

  • GO Transit: GO Train and GO Bus services connect Milton to Toronto and surrounding cities

  • Highways: Quick access to Highway 401 and Highway 25 for regional travel

  • Ride Share: Popular options include Uber and Lyft operating across Milton

  • Bike Lanes: Dedicated bike lanes available in many neighbourhoods for safe cycling

  • Parking: Multiple public parking lots and street parking options throughout town

🌿 Recreation & Community Services

  • Conservation Areas: 5+ major parks and natural reserves

  • Community Centres: 3 large facilities offering programs

  • Public Pools: 4 indoor/outdoor pools across Milton

  • Sports Fields & Courts: 10+ soccer, baseball, tennis courts

  • Skate Parks: 2 well-maintained skateboarding areas

  • Trails & Bike Paths: Extensive network connecting neighbourhoods