Income Insights Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Income Insights Canada dataset include?

The Income Insights Canada dataset provides comprehensive income, shelter cost, and after-tax income statistics at the Dissemination Area level. It includes:

Personal and household income brackets
Income spent on shelter
Monthly shelter costs for renters and homeowners
After-tax income by household type

Use this dataset to explore income trends in Canada.

How can I use Canadian income data for market segmentation?

This dataset enables income-based segmentation in Canada. Businesses and researchers can:

Identify high-income neighborhoods to promote premium products or services
Target cost-sensitive regions with affordable offerings
Understand housing affordability through shelter cost percentages

These insights help refine audience targeting, pricing strategies, and location planning.

Can this dataset help with analyzing housing and shelter costs in Canada?

Yes. The dataset offers detailed information on:

Percentage of income spent on housing
Households with mortgages
Average monthly shelter costs for renters and owners

Marketers, real estate professionals, and policymakers can use this data to better understand housing affordability across Canadian regions.

What types of income statistics are available in this dataset?

It includes:

Personal income brackets (e.g., under 5K, 50K-75K, 150K+)
Household income brackets
After-tax income per person and household

This makes it one of the most robust sources for Canadian income data by neighborhood.

About Canadian Income Statistics

Each data variable is available as an average, or as a percentage of the total population within each selected dissemination area. Please see below for the list of included data variables:

Income

Total Household Income: Under 5K, 5K-10K...... 125K-150K, 150K-200K, 200K+
Total Personal Income: Under 5K, 5K-10K...... 100K-150K, 150K+

Shelter Cost

Income Spent On Shelter Cost: <30%, >30%
Average Percent Of Household Spending On Shelter Cost
Households With A Mortgage
Average Monthly Shelter Costs: For Owned Dwellings, For Rented Dwellings

Average After-Tax Income

Among Individuals (per Capita)
Among Households (Household Income)
Among Single-Person Households
Among Multi-Person Households
Among Households With Children

What insights can I gain from these income demographics?

Introducing the Canadian Disposable Income Dataset at Dissemination Area Level, now exclusively accessible through our premium geomarketing plans. This comprehensive dataset empowers marketers with valuable insights to enhance their campaigns and optimize their strategies.

Precise Geographical Insights: Dissemination areas offer unparalleled location specificity, enabling marketers to zoom in on micro-level trends within Canada's diverse regions. This level of precision allows for targeted campaigns that resonate with local audiences.
Income Segmentation: Gain access to detailed income segmentation, helping marketers identify high-value segments, emerging markets, and areas with untapped potential. This information is invaluable for crafting tailored marketing strategies.
Consumer Behavior Patterns: By analyzing disposable income trends, marketeers can uncover valuable insights into consumer spending habits and economic variations across different areas. This knowledge can inform product development, pricing strategies, and advertising approaches.
Optimized Campaign Targeting: Utilize this data to fine-tune advertising efforts and allocate resources more effectively. Identify areas with the greatest growth potential and ensure your campaigns are reaching the right demographics.
Competitive Analysis: Benchmark your performance against competitors and make data-driven decisions to gain a competitive edge in the market.