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Bancroft, ON

Ontario

Bancroft is a small town in Ontario with a population of 4,065. Residents earn $57,200 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
4,065 Population 46/sq mi density
$57,200 Median Income $38,040 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$57,200 median income, 11.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $860/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,200
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Bancroft Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,065
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$57,200
Per Capita$38,040
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty19.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$348,000
Rent$860
Ownership65.6%
Housing Units1,800
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+32.0%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Bancroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bancroft receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bancroft has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bancroft is $57,200, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bancroft is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bancroft has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow.

Bancroft has a population of 4,065 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 87.9 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents.

Population

4,065
Total Population
2021 Census
46
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
87.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 4.4%

Social Characteristics

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bancroft is $57,200, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,040. The average weekly wage is $732, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 126 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Bancroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,200
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,040
Avg Weekly Wage$732

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)126

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bancroft is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 65.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,800 total housing units in the city. 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.6%
Owner-Occupied65.6%
Renter-Occupied34.4%
Housing Units1,800

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bancroft receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bancroft vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Bancroft has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area87.9 sq mi (227.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates45.0575°N, 77.8570°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M2.5 on May 10, 2022.

May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 141 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 141 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 137 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 69 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 107 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 116 km
Sep 9, 2015 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.2 140 km
Oct 3, 2009 18 km NNE of Pembroke, Canada M3.1 120 km
Jun 30, 2013 19 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.1 140 km
May 17, 2013 21 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.1 142 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 117 km
May 30, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M2.9 141 km
Jul 27, 2014 13 km SW of Pembroke, Canada M2.9 89 km
Nov 16, 2013 19 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M2.9 141 km
Mar 5, 2009 17 km NW of Constance Bay, Canada M2.8 141 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 140 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 135 km
Jun 15, 2013 18 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M2.5 140 km
May 10, 2022 southern Ontario, Canada M2.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
November 32°F (0°C) 3.5 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 2.9 in

Bancroft has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.2").

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7.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+32.0%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area87.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.5%

Schools in Bancroft

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
North Hastings High School - - - -
York River Public School - - - -
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School - - - -
Birds Creek Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bancroft

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bancroft

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bancroft Gem & Mineral Club Mineral Museum
Bancroft Mineral and Mining Museum
North Hastings Heritage Museum

Libraries in Bancroft

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bancroft Public Library0.0
Haliburton County Public Library - Cardiff Branch0.0
Hastings Highlands Public Library0.0
Tudor & Cashel Public Library0.0
Wollaston Public Library0.0

Hotels in Bancroft

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bancroft Inn & Suites
Sword Motor Inn

Cafes in Bancroft

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Bus Stations in Bancroft

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bancroft Community Transit

Gas Stations in Bancroft

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Esso
Petro-Canada

Banks in Bancroft

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scotiabank
TD

Golf Courses in Bancroft

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bancroft Golf Course
Bancroft Ridge Golf Club
Bancroft Ridge Golf Course

Ski Resorts Near Bancroft

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kawartha Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Madawaska Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bancroft

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bancroft Community Airport-Small Airport
Bobcaygeon / Chesher Lakehurst Airport-Small Airport
Bonnie Brae Airfield-Small Airport
Collins Field-Small Airport
Dave Carlaw Strip-Small Airport
Douro Airfield-Small Airport
Hastings / Sweetwater Farms Airport-Small Airport
Madawaska Valley Airpark-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bancroft

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bancroft

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bancroft Bible Chapel
Bancroft Parish
Bancroft Pentecostal Tabernacle
Church of Christ
Grail Springs Retreat
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
L'Amable Bible Chapel
Living Way
Living Way Assembly
Our Lady of Mercy Church
St. Paul's United Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bancroft

What is the population of Bancroft?

Bancroft has a population of 4,065 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 87.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Bancroft expensive to live in?

The median household income is $57,200, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Bancroft safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bancroft receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bancroft?

Bancroft has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bancroft?

The job market in Bancroft faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $732. There are 126 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 16.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bancroft?

The median home value in Bancroft is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $860. The homeownership rate is 65.6%.

How are the schools in Bancroft?

7.4% of adults in Bancroft hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bancroft?

The average commute in Bancroft is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bancroft?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bancroft is 97.4% White. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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