Families & Households
In 2011, the number of census families in Cochrane was 1,610, which represents an increase of 0.9% from 2006.
Population by Broad Age
Below is a chart that displays the 2011 population, by broad age groups, for a total Cochrane population of 5,340 persons.
Cochrane is a growing and vibrant community located in Northeastern Ontario. A the town that is geographically centered near the very middle of Canada and the middle of Northern Ontario. It lies on Highway 11. 730 kilometres North of Toronto, 240 kilometres South of James Bay, and 100 kilometres from Timmins; one of the largest cities in Northern Ontario.
With low housing costs and higher than average salaries, its over five thousand residents enjoy a great, affordable, quality of life. The town offers much in the way of outdoor activities from swimming, fishing, camping, to hockey, bowling, curling and skating. The town’s primary industries include forestry, mining and tourism, along with a significant presence in the retail, service, public administration, health care and education sectors.
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