Chatham-Kent is a thriving region in Southwestern Ontario, encompassing over 23 unique communities, each boasting its own character and history. Residents enjoy a safe, affordable lifestyle with a mild climate, making Chatham-Kent a sought-after destination. In 2024, the average home price was $428, 501, making homeownership accessible for many.
Spanning 2,500 square kilometers—equivalent to the size of Prince Edward Island—Chatham-Kent is nestled between Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair, providing water access for both residents and visitors alike. With a diverse and growing estimated population of 111, 703, Chatham-Kent is home to over 70 languages, creating a rich tapestry of cultures. The region's population density is just 44.7 people per square kilometer, there is plenty of room to grow in CK.
Focused on Growth and Opportunity
As part of CK Plan 2035 and the Growth Strategy, Chatham-Kent is focused on talent attraction and retention efforts. The working age group (15 to 64 year olds) represents over 60% of CK's population, with a range of educational backgrounds and career opportunities available to them. The local economy is are diverse, fearturing small, medium, and large businesses, including 169 local companies employing 50 or more people.
Chatham-Kent also fosters a strong entrepreneurial spirit, with 2,330 small businesses employing nine or less employees. Key sectors include agriculture, health care, professional services, transportation, construction and manufacturing. On top of diverse career opportunities, CK's workforce enjoys an average of less than 15 minutes to commute to work, enabling the high quality of life and work-life balance that the area is known for.
A Recognized Community
Chatham-Kent has gained increasing national coverage and rankings for being a great place to live, helping employers attract and retain the talent they need . Chatham has secured the 10th spot on U-Haul's List of Canadian Growth Cities in 2024 and has been in the rankings since 2016. CK ranked 27th on Maclean's list of Best Communities in Canada for 2021. Chatham-Kent is a location of choice for people to live and to do business.
A Lifestyle for Everyone
From bustling urban centers to serene rural landscapes, and from waterfront living to the heart of agricultural life, Chatham-Kent provides a variety of lifestyle options for you and your family. Explore the perfect community to call home with LivingCK.
Strategically located along Highway 401, Chatham-Kent offers residents and businesses easy access to major urban centers, with just an hour's commute to the U.S. border, Windsor, and London, and a 2.5-hour drive to Toronto.
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