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Bruce Mines, ON

Ontario

Bruce Mines is a small town in Ontario with a population of 582. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
582 Population 248/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $39,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$600 Median Rent 9.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 22.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.0%
511% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population582
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$39,000
Unemployment22.0%
Poverty18.8%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden9.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+29.9%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bruce Mines a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruce Mines receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bruce Mines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruce Mines is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% 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 Bruce Mines is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bruce Mines has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bruce Mines has a population of 582 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

582
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruce Mines vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
16% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg
Other Languages6%

Social Characteristics

Bruce Mines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruce Mines is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bruce Mines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.0%
511% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruce Mines is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden9.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Renter-Occupied14.6%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Bruce Mines, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bruce Mines vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Bruce Mines has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates46.3024°N, 83.7927°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+29.9%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

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