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Bonfield, ON

Ontario

Bonfield is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,146. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,146 Population 27/sq mi density
$77,000 Median Income $44,800 per capita
$340,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$77,000 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$340,000 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,000
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,146
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$44,800
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty11.5%
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$340,000
Rent$775
Ownership88.8%
Housing Units890
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+29.9%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Bonfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bonfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonfield is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonfield is $340,000, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bonfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow.

Bonfield has a population of 2,146 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 79.6 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.8% of residents, while 19.6% speak Spanish.

Population

2,146
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
79.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 75.8%
3% below US avg
Spanish 19.6%
46% above US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

Social Characteristics

Bonfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonfield is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $862, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 67 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 17.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Bonfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,800
Avg Weekly Wage$862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonfield is $340,000, 21% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 88.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 890 total housing units in the city. 13.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,000
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.8%
Owner-Occupied88.8%
Renter-Occupied10.7%
Housing Units890

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, Bonfield receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonfield 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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Bonfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 784 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area79.6 sq mi (206.2 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates46.2309°N, 79.1469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below US avg
Snowfall 10.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 1, 2020.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 75 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 145 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 148 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 36 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 142 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 68 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 136 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 137 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 1.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.3 in

Bonfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.6").

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7.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+29.9%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area79.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Colleges & Universities in Bonfield

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Canadian Institute of Forestry - - - - -

Schools in Bonfield

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École séparée Lorrain - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bonfield

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFXN 106.3 "Jet FM" North Bay, ON classic hits AAC+ 57 kbps
Beach Booster Radio - Wasaga Beach, ON classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CFCH "Country 90.5" North Bay, ON country AAC+ 57 kbps
CKAT "Country 600" North Bay, ON country, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CHUR-FM "KISS 100.5" North Bay, ON hot adult contemporary, rogers media AAC+ 48 kbps
CKFX-FM "101.9 Rock" North Bay, ON classic rock, mainstream rock AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Bonfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Callander Museum

Libraries in Bonfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Callander Public Library0.0
East Ferris Public Library0.0
Phelps Public Library0.0
Powassan & District Union Public Library0.0

Hotels in Bonfield

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cedar Gables

Gas Stations in Bonfield

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Ski Resorts Near Bonfield

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Bonfield

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
North Bay Jack Garland AirportYYBMedium Airport
Emsdale Airport-Small Airport
Mattawa Airport-Small Airport
Sundridge/South River Airpark-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bonfield

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonfield

What is the population of Bonfield?

Bonfield has a population of 2,146 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 79.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 52.2% male.

Is Bonfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $340,000 (21% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bonfield safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonfield?

Bonfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonfield?

The unemployment rate in Bonfield is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $862. There are 67 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 17.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonfield?

The median home value in Bonfield is $340,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 88.8%.

How are the schools in Bonfield?

7.6% of adults in Bonfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bonfield?

The average commute in Bonfield is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonfield is 97.9% White. 75.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.6% speak Spanish.

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