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Bourget, ON
Ontario · Ottawa-Gatineau Metro
Bourget is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,169. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Bourget Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Bourget a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bourget 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. Bourget offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bourget 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 Bourget 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
Bourget has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Bourget vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bourget vs U.S. Average
Income: Bourget 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 468 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Bourget vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 254.4 sq mi (658.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4348°N, 75.1603°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 51 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in |
Bourget has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 11°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Total Area | 254.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 23.8% |
Schools in Bourget
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École élémentaire catholique Du Rosaire | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire catholique Saint-Mathieu | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire catholique Sacré-Coeur | - | - | - | - |
| Pope John Paul II Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bourget
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON | community radio, radio communautaire | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CKVV 97.5 "Moose FM" Kemptville, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CKVV 97.5 "Juice FM" Kemptville, ON | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHOD 92.1 & 91.9 "GO FM" Cornwall, ON | - | AAC | |
| CIWW CityNews Ottawa | news, sport | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bourget
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d’interprétation du Patrimoine de Plaisance | ||||
| Cumberland Heritage Village Museum | ||||
| Keith M Boyd Museum | ||||
| Rockland Museum | ||||
| Société historique Louis-Joseph-Papineau |
Libraries in Bourget
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Curran Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Plantagenet Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Wendover Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BIBLIO | 0.0 | |||||
| Casselman Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Bourget Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Rockland Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Russell Public Library - Embrun Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Russell Public Library - Russell Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SDG Library - Crysler Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| St-Albert Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| The Nation Public Library - Limoges Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bourget
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Bourget
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bourget
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bourget
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bourget
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Étienne Brûlé | ||||
| Cassel Brewery | ||||
| Simple Grain Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Bourget
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Fortune | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mont Cascades Ski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sommet Edelweiss | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mont Blanc | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bourget
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | YOW | Large Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Massena International Airport Richards Field | MSS | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Gatineau Airport | YND | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport | YRO | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cheney | - | Small Airport |
| Devereaux Rd Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Grey's Creek Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | - | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Field | - | Small Airport |
| Iroquois Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Kenmore Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Long Sault Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maxville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morrisburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Navan Bearbrook Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Pendleton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St. André-Avellin Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bourget
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bourget Post Office | |
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post |
Treatment Centers in Bourget
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Vitalfit |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bourget
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Divine Love Church | |
| Paroisse Sacré-Coeur De Bourget | |
| Paroisse St-Mathieu | |
| Pendleton United Church | |
| Saint Pascal Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Bourget?
Bourget has a population of 1,169 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 254.4 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 Bourget 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 Bourget safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bourget receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Bourget?
Bourget has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bourget?
The unemployment rate in Bourget 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 36 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 Bourget?
The median home value in Bourget is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Bourget?
32.9% of adults in Bourget 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 Bourget?
The average commute in Bourget is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Bourget?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bourget 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.