Invest and Grow

Durham Region's land, location, people, infrastructure and quality of life options make the region a clear choice for investment.

Durham Region's population increased on average 2.55% per year from 2021 to 2025. At the end of 2025, it is estimated that over 815,000 people are living in the region. Durham Region's population is expected to grow to 1.3 million by the year 2051.
There were 12,970 businesses in Durham Region in 2025.
In 2025 there was $1.65 billion dollars of residential investment in Durham Region.
In 2025 there was $1.81 billion of non-residential investment in Durham Region.