In this Neighbourhood Guide, you'll find out more about the people who live here as well as the schools, parks and recreation facilities, homes, and more.
A diverse and vibrant community with a mix of residents of all ages and ethnicities.
A variety of homes including detached, semi-detached, townhomes, and condos.
A welcoming community with a high percentage of immigrants and a strong sense of diversity.
Quick access to city centre amenities, great schools, and numerous parks and recreational facilities.
Mississauga Valley has a consistent population, and is popular with people in their 20s, people in their 30s, people in their 40s, and people in their 50s. Mississauga Valley is located in central Mississauga and residents enjoy quick access to all of the city centre amenities. The area contains a mix of detached and semi-detached homes in addition to some townhomes and condo complexes.
People & Families in Mississauga Valley
Families with kids make up 47% of households in Mississauga Valley, while couples without children make up 22% of households and 24% of households are one person living alone. People in Mississauga Valley come from 149 different ethnic origins, and 64% are first-generation immigrants, while 23% are second-generation immigrants.
Neighbourhood Households
9,780
Neighbourhood Population
26,341
Household Size
- 1 person - 24%
- 2 persons - 29%
- 3 persons - 18%
- 4 persons - 16%
- 5 or more persons - 11%
Household Types
- One-person households - 24%
- Non-family households - 3%
- Families with children - 46%
- Couples without children - 21%
- Multiple families in household - 3%
Children Per Family
- 1 child - 32%
- 2 children - 25%
- 3 or more children - 10%
Broad Age Ranges
- 0 to 14 years - 15%
- 15 to 64 years - 66%
- 65 years and over - 17%
Most Common Ethnic Origins
- East Indian - 13%
- Canadian - 8%
- Polish - 8%
- Filipino - 8%
- English - 7%
Age of Primary Household Maintainer
- 15 to 24 years - 1%
- 25 to 34 years - 12%
- 35 to 44 years - 16%
- 45 to 54 years - 22%
- 55 to 64 years - 19%
- 65 to 74 years - 16%
- 75 to 84 years - 9%
- 85 years and over - 3%
Specific Age Groups
- 0 to 4 years - 5%
- 5 to 9 years - 5%
- 10 to 14 years - 5%
- 15 to 19 years - 5%
- 20 to 29 years - 13%
- 30 to 39 years - 13%
- 40 to 49 years - 12%
- 50 to 59 years - 13%
- 60 to 69 years - 11%
- over 70 years - 10%
Mississauga Valley Schools
Mississauga Valley has great elementary schools, great secondary schools, elementary special programs, and secondary special programs. There are 9 public schools and 6 Catholic schools serving Mississauga Valley. The special programs offered at local schools include French Immersion, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate.
Public Schools
9
Catholic Schools
6
Public
Having Fun in Mississauga Valley
Fun is easy to find at the many parks & rec facilities here. Parks in this neighbourhood feature playgrounds for kids, sports parks, and skating. There are 7 parks in Mississauga Valley, with 54 recreational facilities in total. The average number of facilities per park is 7.
Number of Parks
7
Number of Recreation Facilities
54
Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks
- Playgrounds - 9
- Pool - 1
- Arena - 1
- Rinks - 4
- Tennis Courts - 6
- Volleyball Court - 1
- Ball Diamonds - 5
- Sports Fields - 11
- Community Centre - 1
- Splash Pad - 1
- Sledding Hill - 1
- Sports Courts - 3
- Outdoor Games Facilities - 4
- Trails - 4
- Fitness/Weight Room - 1
- Gym - 1
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Getting Around in Mississauga Valley
There are 118 transit stops in this neighbourhood. Rail stations include Cooksville GO. In Mississauga Valley, there are mostly vehicle commuters and a mix of commuting within and outside the city.
Commute Destination for Residents
- Commute within the city - 57%
- Commute to another city - 42%
Commute Types
- Vehicle - 71%
- Transit - 24%
- Walk/bike - 3%
Commute Times of Residents
- 15 to 29 minutes - 35%
- 30 to 44 minutes - 23%
- 45 to 59 minutes - 12%
- 60 minutes and over - 15%
- Less than 15 minutes - 13%
Work and Education in Mississauga Valley
In Mississauga Valley, 38% of adult residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher and 69% have any postsecondary education. The retail trade industry is the most common for residents.
Household Income
- Under $30,000 - 15%
- $30,000 to $39,999 - 7%
- $40,000 to $49,999 - 9%
- $50,000 to $59,999 - 9%
- $60,000 to $69,999 - 8%
- $70,000 to $79,999 - 8%
- $80,000 to $89,999 - 7%
- $90,000 to $99,999 - 5%
- $100,000 to $124,999 - 10%
- $125,000 to $149,999 - 6%
- $150,000 to $199,999 - 5%
- $200,000 and over - 2%
Most Common Occupations (Top 3)
- Sales and service occupations - 27%
- Business, finance and administration occupations - 18%
- Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations - 13%
Most Common Industries (Top 3)
- Retail trade - 12%
- Manufacturing - 10%
- Professional, scientific and technical services - 9%
Employment
- Employed - 57% of people over age 15 are employed
- Unemployed - 5% are unemployed
- Not in the labour force - 36% are retired, students, homemakers, etc.
Mississauga Valley Homes
In Mississauga Valley, there are mostly condos and apartments. Mississauga Valley has a consistent population, with 41% of households having moved within the past 5 years and 14% having moved within the past year. It has a mix of older and newer homes and is a mix of owner and renter-occupied.
Home Types
- Single-detached house - 11%
- Semi-detached house - 8%
- Duplex - 1%
- Row house - 15%
- Low-rise apartment/condo - 7%
- High-rise apartment/condo - 56%
Condominium Status
- Condominium - 43%
- Not condominium - 56%
Number of Bedrooms in Homes
- 1 bedroom - 18%
- 2 bedrooms - 31%
- 3 bedrooms - 36%
- No bedrooms - 0%
- 4 or more bedrooms - 14%
Period of Home Construction
- 1961 to 1980 - 65%
- 1981 to 1990 - 19%
- 1991 to 2000 - 7%
- 2001 to 2005 - 1%
- 2006 to 2010 - 0%
- 2011 to 2016 - 1%
- 1960 or before - 4%
Renters & Owners
- Owner - 59%
- Renter - 40%