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Bonny River-Second Falls, NB

New Brunswick

Bonny River-Second Falls is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 420. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
420 Population 2/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/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 $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

How Bonny River-Second Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population420
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units168
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Bonny River-Second Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonny River-Second Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bonny River-Second Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonny River-Second Falls is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonny River-Second Falls is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable 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

Bonny River-Second Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow.

Bonny River-Second Falls has a population of 420 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 193.1 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 (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

420
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
193.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonny River-Second Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Bonny River-Second Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonny River-Second Falls is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Bonny River-Second Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonny River-Second Falls is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 168 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units168

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, Bonny River-Second Falls receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonny River-Second Falls 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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Bonny River-Second Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area193.1 sq mi (500.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates45.2176°N, 66.8504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.2"
30% above US avg
Snowfall 21.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 14, 2023.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 112 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 106 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 108 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 39 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 135 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 47 km
Jan 14, 2023 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine M3.3 149 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 106 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 106 km
Oct 25, 2001 4 km S of Howland, Maine M3.3 143 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 58 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 88 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 146 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 16 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 86 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 85 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 50 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 146 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 83 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 212 km
2009 Bill Category 1 298 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 166 km
2003 Juan Category 2 253 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 50 km
1984 UNNAMED 901 93 km
2006 CENTERVILLE FIRE 705 89 km
2001 UNNAMED 627 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.3 in
April 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.6 in

Bonny River-Second Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 17°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (3.2").

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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). 87.6% 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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area193.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Museums in Bonny River-Second Falls

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Covenhoven
Oppenheimer-Prager Museum at Dayspring
Ross Memorial Museum

Libraries in Bonny River-Second Falls

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charlotte County Archives0.0
Ross Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bonny River-Second Falls

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Perry-Sunrise County Farmers' MarketFire Department parking lot on Rt.1 (municipal building)
St. Andrews Farmers' Market

Ski Resorts Near Bonny River-Second Falls

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bonny River-Second Falls

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Cutler Regional Airport-Small Airport
Drisko Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Gillespie Field-Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Machias Valley Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Princeton Municipal AirportPNNSmall Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonny River-Second Falls

What is the population of Bonny River-Second Falls?

Bonny River-Second Falls has a population of 420 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 193.1 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 Bonny River-Second Falls expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bonny River-Second Falls safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonny River-Second Falls?

Bonny River-Second Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches, with 21.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonny River-Second Falls?

The unemployment rate in Bonny River-Second Falls is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonny River-Second Falls?

The median home value in Bonny River-Second Falls is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Bonny River-Second Falls?

32.9% of adults in Bonny River-Second Falls 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 Bonny River-Second Falls?

The average commute in Bonny River-Second Falls is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonny River-Second Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonny River-Second Falls is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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