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Bonnechere Valley, ON

Ontario

Bonnechere Valley is a small town in Ontario with a population of 3,898. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,898 Population 17/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $43,640 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,898
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$43,640
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty15.4%
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$900
Ownership83.9%
Housing Units1,740
Rent Burden15.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Bonnechere Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonnechere Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bonnechere Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonnechere Valley is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonnechere Valley is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $900 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

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bonnechere Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow.

Bonnechere Valley has a population of 3,898 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 227.2 square miles. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents.

Population

3,898
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
227.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonnechere Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish 2.6%
81% below US avg
Other Languages 4.5%

Social Characteristics

Bonnechere Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonnechere Valley is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,640 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $839, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 121 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 19.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bonnechere Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,640
Avg Weekly Wage$839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonnechere Valley is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,740 total housing units in the city. 15.8% 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$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden15.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied16.1%
Housing Units1,740

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, Bonnechere Valley receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonnechere Valley 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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Bonnechere Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°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 35.1 inches. The area receives 12.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area227.2 sq mi (588.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates45.4562°N, 77.1387°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below US avg
Snowfall 12.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

72 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 138 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 70 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 94 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 149 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 91 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 70 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 30 km
May 14, 2016 8 km NW of Petawawa, Canada M3.5 58 km
Jan 16, 2013 28 km W of Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, Canada M3.5 148 km
Mar 29, 2011 66 km NE of Deep River, Canada M3.5 125 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 45 km
Mar 31, 2005 27 km ESE of Maniwaki, Canada M3.4 148 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 137 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 138 km
Jul 4, 2005 45 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.3 90 km
Jun 24, 2010 27 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.2 134 km
Sep 9, 2015 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.2 69 km
May 8, 2009 9 km E of Constance Bay, Canada M3.1 92 km
Jul 31, 2017 30 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 139 km
Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.1 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.2 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 2.6 in

Bonnechere Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 10°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.0").

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8.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area227.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Radio Stations near Bonnechere Valley

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Valley Heritage Radio — MP3 128 kbps
CIMY-FM 104.9 "MyFM" Pembroke, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 31 kbps

Museums in Bonnechere Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bonnechere Museum
Heritage House Opeongo

Libraries in Bonnechere Valley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Admaston Bromley Public Library0.0
Bonnechere Union Public Library0.0

Breweries in Bonnechere Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Square Timber Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Bonnechere Valley

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Madawaska Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Chilly 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Bonnechere Valley

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pembroke AirportYTAMedium Airport
Baker Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Bancroft Community Airport—Small Airport
Bonnechere Soaring Aerodrome—Small Airport
Bonnie Brae Airfield—Small Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Lavant Private Field—Small Airport
Madawaska Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Matawatchan Aerodrome—Small Airport
Ompah Airport—Small Airport
Rolph Airport—Small Airport
Tomvale Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bonnechere Valley

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sebastopol Baptist Church
St Clements Anglican Church
St Joseph's on the Opeongo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonnechere Valley

What is the population of Bonnechere Valley?

Bonnechere Valley has a population of 3,898 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 227.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.9% male.

Is Bonnechere Valley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 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 Bonnechere Valley safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonnechere Valley?

Bonnechere Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches, with 12.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonnechere Valley?

The job market in Bonnechere Valley faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $839. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 19.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonnechere Valley?

The median home value in Bonnechere Valley is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.

How are the schools in Bonnechere Valley?

8.2% of adults in Bonnechere Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bonnechere Valley?

The average commute in Bonnechere Valley is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonnechere Valley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonnechere Valley is 98.8% White. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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