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Brockville, ON

Ontario

Brockville is a small city in Ontario with a population of 22,116. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
22,116 Population 2,740/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $44,120 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 225 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 14.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $960/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.5%
303% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population22,116
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density2,740/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$44,120
Unemployment14.5%
Poverty14.6%
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$960
Ownership57.2%
Housing Units10,645
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+4.3%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Brockville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brockville is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brockville is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x 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

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brockville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow.

Brockville has a population of 22,116 with a density of 2,740 people per square mile, spread across 8.1 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 3.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.2% of residents.

Population

22,116
Total Population
2021 Census
2,740
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Brockville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg
Other Languages 7.1%

Social Characteristics

Brockville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brockville is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,120 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 686 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Brockville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,120
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.5%
303% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)686

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brockville is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 57.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,645 total housing units in the city. 22.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.2%
Owner-Occupied57.2%
Renter-Occupied42.9%
Housing Units10,645

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, Brockville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brockville 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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Brockville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 50.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.9 km²)
Population Density2,740/sq mi
Coordinates44.5913°N, 75.6871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 50.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 145 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 140 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 143 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 122 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 146 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 121 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 144 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 145 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 118 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 144 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 134 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 143 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 107 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 140 km
Apr 23, 2023 New York M3.6 85 km
May 28, 2002 11 km WNW of Shawville, Canada M3.4 137 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 143 km
Jun 23, 2010 28 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 143 km
Jun 29, 2024 14 km W of Ellisburg, New York M3.3 109 km
Jun 11, 2008 6 km NNE of Buckingham, Canada M3.3 119 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 33 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.0 in

Brockville has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,740/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home17.3%

Colleges & Universities in Brockville

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
St. Lawrence College - Brockville Campus — — — — —

Schools in Brockville

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MORRISTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL Other 329 33 10.0:1
Thousand Islands Secondary School — — — —
St. John Bosco Catholic School — — — —
Brockville Collegiate Institute — — — —
Académie catholique Ange-Gabriel — — — —
Fulford Academy — — — —
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School — — — —
J.L. Jordon Catholic School — — — —
St. Mary Catholic High School — — — —
Westminister Public School — — — —
Vanier Public School — — — —
Lyn Public School — — — —
Swift Waters Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Brockville

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.3 Country (US) country FLV
Country 94.1 — AAC 128 kbps
Country 106.7 country AAC 198 kbps
CKPP 107.9 "Moose FM" Prescott, ON variety hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKBY "92.3 Country" Smith Falls, ON country UNKNOWN
CJET-FM "City News 101.1" Smith Falls, ON format change, news AAC+ 47 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

Museums in Brockville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FREDERIC REMINGTON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3153932425$1,107,257
FORT LA PRESENTATION COMPANYHISTORY MUSEUM$103,762
MORRISTOWN GATEWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM309 MAIN ST3153754910$15,814
FORT LA PRESENTATION ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3153232593
HORWOOD STAINED GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
R T ELETHORP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1A NORTH MAIN STREET (NY STATE HIGHWAY 373153245321
Aquatarium
Brockville Museum
Fulford Place
Homewood Museum
Prescott Railway Station

Libraries in Brockville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OGDENSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY312 WASHINGTON STREET0.042,195
MORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY200 MAIN STREET0.03,650
HAMMOND FREE LIBRARY17 MAIN STREET0.02,140
Augusta Township Public Library0.0
Brockville Public Library0.0
Elizabethtown Kitley Public Library - Lyn Branch0.0
Elizabethtown Kitley Public Library - Spring Valley Branch0.0
Front of Yonge Library0.0
Prescott Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Brockville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hammond Farmers Market1A North Main St.07/02/2014 to 10/01/2014Wed: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;
Perth St Courtyard

Hotels in Brockville

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brockville
Regal Inn Brockville
Spark by Hilton Brockville
Tall Ships Landing Coastal Resort
The Noble Suites Hotel

Cafes in Brockville

14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boboli
Cones-Crepes & Cafe
Country Style
Richard's Coffeehouse
Spitfire
Starbucks
Starbucks
Sweet Ofelia
The Sweet Life Cafe
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Brockville

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sir Isaac Brock Statue

Clinics in Brockville

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brockville Home Health Care
Community Primary Health Care

Dentists in Brockville

12 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Altima Dental
Boardwalk Dental Care
Brockville Denture Clinic
Brockville Family Dentistry
Continuum Dental Care
Dentistry @ 1000 Islands
Dentistry @ Brockville
Dr. Dong Li
Dr. John Arnott Dentistry
Dr. Michael Ng
Dr. Richard Ng Orthodontistry
George Street Dental

Veterinaries in Brockville

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Island City Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Brockville

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brockville

Gas Stations in Brockville

12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Circle K
Esso
MacEwen
Mobil
Mobil
Mr Gas
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Seeway Gas
Shell
XTR

Banks in Brockville

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
Kawartha Credit Union
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
TD

Gyms in Brockville

8 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brockville Gymnastics Academy
CrossFit
Engine House
Engine House
Legends Boxing Academy
Planet Fitness
Rumble Fitness
Snap Fitness

Golf Courses in Brockville

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brockville Country Club
Brockville Highland Golf
Sunnidell Golf
Tincap Golf Club

Breweries in Brockville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
ArBru Solar Brewery
BUSL Cider
Windmill Brewery

Cell Towers in Brockville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Hammond Cell Site AK POINT RDTOWER94
COUNTY ROUTE 4 (77442)GTOWER59
540 YANKEE STREET ROAD (77443)GTOWER56
MORRISTOWN CELL SITE MORRISTOWN WATER TANK, ANN STREETTOWER41

Airports Near Brockville

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Ogdensburg International AirportOGSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Carp Airport—Medium Airport
Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportYSHMedium Airport
Watertown International AirportARTMedium Airport
Wheeler Sack Army Air Field—Medium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip—Small Airport
Brockville - Thousand Islands Regional Tackaberry AirportXBRSmall Airport
Burritts Rapids Private Strip—Small Airport
Carleton Place Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Hill Aerodrome—Small Airport
Countryman's Landing Strip—Small Airport
Degrasse Moores Airport—Small Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm Strip—Small Airport
Duflo Airport—Small Airport
Flint Field—Small Airport
Fumerton Field—Small Airport
Galloo Island Airport—Small Airport
Gananoque Airport—Small Airport
Grey's Creek Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hendricks Field—Small Airport
Hicks Field—Small Airport
Hurlbut Field—Small Airport
Iroquois Airport—Small Airport
John Gonzales Field—Small Airport
Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park—Small Airport
Kenmore Aerodrome—Small Airport
Maxson AirfieldAXBSmall Airport
Merrickville Private Strip—Small Airport
Morrisburg Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field)—Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome—Small Airport
Portland / Red Neck Air Force Field—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Ritchie Airfield—Small Airport
Salubrious Point Airport—Small Airport
Smiths Falls Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Stony Island Airport—Small Airport
Westport / Rideau Lakes Airport—Small Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip—Small Airport
Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Williamsburg Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Brockville

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
Maitland Post Office
Post Office - Shoppers Drug Mart

Treatment Centers in Brockville

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Citizen Advocates - Behavioral Health Urgent CareSubstance Abuse315-713-9090
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center - Mental Health UnitMental Health315-393-3600 x5208
Saint Lawrence County Comm Servs Board - Saint Lawrence Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse315-386-2189

Churches & Religious Organizations in Brockville

27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Christian Reformed Church
Bethel United Reformed Church of Brockville
Brockville Wesleyan Church
Centennial Road Church
Christ United Church
City on a Hill Church
First Baptist Church
First Presbyterian Church Brockville
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Greek Orthodox Church
Highway Pentecostal Church
Irvine Memorial Chapel
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
OUR LADY OF GRACE PARISHPO BOX 216
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
ST PETERS CHURCHPO BOX 216
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
St. James Anglican Church
St. John Bosco Catholic Church
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church
St. John's United Church
St. Lawrence Anglican Church
St. Paul's Anglican Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Salvation Army Church
Thousand Islands Baptist Church
Wall Street United Church

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
2
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brockville

What is the population of Brockville?

Brockville has a population of 22,116 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 2,740 people per square mile, spread across 8.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Brockville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% 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 $960 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brockville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Brockville?

Brockville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 50.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brockville?

The job market in Brockville faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 686 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 17.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brockville?

The median home value in Brockville is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $960. The homeownership rate is 57.2%.

How are the schools in Brockville?

11.8% of adults in Brockville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brockville?

The average commute in Brockville is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brockville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brockville is 93.5% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 3.9% Asian. 90.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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