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Binbrook, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Binbrook is a small city in Ontario with a population of 8,796. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
8,796 Population 15/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,796
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units3,518
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Binbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Binbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Binbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Binbrook is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Binbrook is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Binbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow.

Binbrook has a population of 8,796 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 596.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

8,796
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
596.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Binbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Binbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Binbrook is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 273 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Binbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)273

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Binbrook is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,518 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units3,518

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, Binbrook receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Binbrook 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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Binbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. The area receives 39.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area596.2 sq mi (1,544.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates43.1214°N, 79.8110°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 39.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 93 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 88 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 95 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 98 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 81 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 141 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 146 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 72 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 131 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 48 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 101 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 99 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 143 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 122 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 42 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 105 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 132 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.1 in

Binbrook has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.3").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area596.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Binbrook

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School - - - -
École élémentaire Michaëlle Jean Elementary School - - - -
Bellmoore Public School - - - -
Bellstone Christian School - - - -
Grandview Adventist Academy - - - -
Seneca Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Binbrook

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
100 GREATEST CLASSICAL MUSIC bach, baroque MP3 128 kbps
CJCL Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Alt Stream) sports, talk AAC+ 47 kbps
CHUM TSN 1050 Toronto sports, talk AAC+ 40 kbps
CKLK-FM "88.5 The Lake" Grimsby, ON classic hits, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (AAC Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (MP3 Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFMU 93.3 McMaster University Radio - Hamilton, ON community radio, multicultural MP3 128 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
CHTG-FM 92.9 "The Grand" Caledonia, ON classic hits AAC+ 32 kbps
CKRZ 100.3 "Voice of the Grand" Ohsweken, ON community radio, indigenous MP3 96 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps
CJML-FM 101.3 "FM 101" Milton, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CKC455 91.9 "CFRE Radio" University of Toronto Mississauga, ON campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pakistan Toronto - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Binbrook

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Art Gallery
Battlefield House Museum
Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Valley Trail Centre - Interpretive Centre
Dundurn Castle
Edinburgh Square Heritage & Cultural Centre
Grand Trunk Railway Station
Green Venture EcoHouse
Griffin House
Grimsby Museum
Hamilton Children's Museum
Hamilton Military Museum
Hamilton Police Historical Society and Museum
Hamilton Steam & Technology Museum
Historic Plaque
Joseph Brant Museum
McMaster Museum of Art
Nelles Manor
No. 6 RCAF Dunnville Museum
RBG Centre
Sculpture Park
Tim Hortons Museum
Whitehern Historic House
Workers Arts and Heritage Centre

Libraries in Binbrook

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burlington Public Library - Aldershot Branch0.0
Burlington Public Library - Brant Hills Branch0.0
Burlington Public Library - Central Branch0.0
Greensville Branch0.0
H.G. Thode Library of Science & Engineering0.0
Haldimand County Public Library - Caledonia Branch0.0
Haldimand County Public Library - Cayuga Branch0.0
Haldimand County Public Library - Dunnville Branch0.0
Haldimand County Public Library - Hagersville Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Ancaster Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Barton Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Binbrook Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Central Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Concession Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Dundas Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Kenilworth Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Locke Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Mount Hope Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Parkdale Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Red Hill Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Saltfleet Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Sherwood Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Stoney Creek Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Terryberry Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Turner Park Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Valley Park Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Waterdown Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Westdale Branch0.0
Hamilton Seed Library0.0
Health Sciences Library0.0
IAHS Library0.0
Mills Learning Commons0.0
Mills Memorial Library0.0
Valley Park Library0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Caistorville Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Binbrook

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dundas Farmers Market
Farmer Al's Market
Hamilton Farmer's Market
M&M Food Market
Mizener's Antiques & Flea Market
Ottawa Street Farmers' Market

Cafes in Binbrook

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paparella's Cafe and Catering
Tim Hortons

Zoos in Binbrook

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Killman Zoo

Dentists in Binbrook

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Binbrook Dentistry
Fraccaro Dental Group

Veterinaries in Binbrook

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Binbrook Animal Hospital
Grand River Veterinary Hospital
Village Centre Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Binbrook

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-Canada
Pioneer

Banks in Binbrook

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Meridian Credit Union
TD Canada Trust

Gyms in Binbrook

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #781628653

Golf Courses in Binbrook

5 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Empire Springs Golf Club
Scenic Woods Golf Club
Southbrook Golf & Country Club
Southern Pines Golf & Country Club
Willow Valley Golf Course

Breweries in Binbrook

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barrel Heart Brewing
Clifford Brewery Co.
Collective Arts Brewing
Fairweather Brewing Company
Forty Creek Distillery
Grain & Grit
Nickel Brook
Nickel Brook Brewing Co
Shed Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Binbrook

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Ski Resorts Near Binbrook

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Earl Bales Park Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Amtrak Stations in Binbrook

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Aldershot, ON1199 Waterdown RoadTRAIN

Airports Near Binbrook

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Niagara District AirportYCMMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Bellamy Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Ellen Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Chautauqua County-Dunkirk AirportDKKSmall Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grimsby Regional Airport-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport-Small Airport
Niagara South Airport-Small Airport
Nixon Airport-Small Airport
Port Colborne Airport-Small Airport
Rockton Airport-Small Airport
Roseville Field-Small Airport
Sargeant Private Airfield-Small Airport
Schroeder Field-Small Airport
Selkirk / Kindy Airstrip-Small Airport
Selkirk Airport-Small Airport
Simcoe (Dennison Field) Airport-Small Airport
Skydive SWOOP-Small Airport

Post Offices in Binbrook

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Binbrook Canada Post
Caledonia Post Office
Nassau Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Binbrook

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Binbrook Baptist Chruch
Binbrook United Church
Christ Church, Woodburn
Hindu Samaj of Hamilton & Region
Knox Presbysterian Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Binbrook

What is the population of Binbrook?

Binbrook has a population of 8,796 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 596.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Binbrook expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Binbrook safe?

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

What is the weather like in Binbrook?

Binbrook has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches, with 39.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Binbrook?

The unemployment rate in Binbrook is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 273 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Binbrook?

The median home value in Binbrook is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Binbrook?

32.9% of adults in Binbrook hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Binbrook?

The average commute in Binbrook is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Binbrook?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Binbrook is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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