Harriston
City in Ontario, Canada
Overview
Harriston is a small, close-knit town in rural Ontario known for its historic downtown, friendly locals, and charming green spaces. The town offers a relaxed pace of life and easy access to nature, making it ideal for those seeking an authentic small-town Canadian experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Ontario
Population
1,797
Time Zone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
43.90°, -80.88°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,850
Local Cost
$1,330
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
6.6°C
Summer Avg
19.1°C
Winter Avg
-6.1°C
Record High
34.8°C
Record Low
-27.6°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
838 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.