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Burk's Falls, ON

Ontario

Burk's Falls is a small town in Ontario with a population of 957. Residents earn $54,400 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
957 Population 803/sq mi density
$54,400 Median Income $37,700 per capita
$324,000 Home Value
$780 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$54,400 median income, 11.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $780/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,400
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.8%
76% higher than US avg

How Burk's Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population957
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density803/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,400
Per Capita$37,700
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty21.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$324,000
Rent$780
Ownership61.3%
Housing Units465
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+33.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Burk's Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burk's Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Burk's Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burk's Falls is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burk's Falls is $324,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 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

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Burk's Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow.

Burk's Falls has a population of 957 with a density of 803 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.8% of residents.

Population

957
Total Population
2021 Census
803
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Burk's Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 4.2%

Social Characteristics

Burk's Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burk's Falls is $54,400, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,700. The average weekly wage is $725, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 30 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 12.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Burk's Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,400
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,700
Avg Weekly Wage$725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.8%
76% above US avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Burk's Falls is $324,000, 15% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 61.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 465 total housing units in the city. 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.3%
Owner-Occupied61.3%
Renter-Occupied38.7%
Housing Units465

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, Burk's Falls receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Burk's 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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Burk's Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.1 inches. The area receives 15.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density803/sq mi
Coordinates45.6168°N, 79.3997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
5% above US avg
Snowfall 15.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.3 on May 2, 2015.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 146 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 102 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 139 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 72 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m — 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 32°F (0°C) 4.0 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in

Burk's Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.4").

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9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+33.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density803/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Schools in Burk's Falls

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Land of Lakes Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Burk's Falls

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBK 105.5 "Moose FM" Huntsville, ON adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
Beach Booster Radio - Wasaga Beach, ON classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CKAR-FM 88.7 "The Bay" Huntsville, ON community radio MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Burk's Falls

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kearney and Area Public Library0.0

Cafes in Burk's Falls

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curb Your Appetite
Tim Hortons

Clinics in Burk's Falls

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Almaguin Highlands Health Centre

Gas Stations in Burk's Falls

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell

Golf Courses in Burk's Falls

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Almaguin Highlands Golf & Country Club

Ski Resorts Near Burk's Falls

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Burk's Falls

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
North Bay Jack Garland AirportYYBMedium Airport
Arnstein Airport—Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)—Small Airport
Bala Airport—Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport—Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome—Small Airport
Dwight Airport—Small Airport
Emsdale Airport—Small Airport
Lumsden Air Park—Small Airport
Mattawa Airport—Small Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Port Carling Airport—Small Airport
Rosseau Airport—Small Airport
Sundridge/South River Airpark—Small Airport
Ullswater Airport—Small Airport
Walkers Point Airstrip—Small Airport
Whistlewing Airstrip—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Burk's Falls

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Burk's Falls Baptist Church
Church of the Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church
United Church
United Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Burk's Falls

What is the population of Burk's Falls?

Burk's Falls has a population of 957 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 803 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 49.2% male.

Is Burk's Falls expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $324,000 (15% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Burk's Falls safe?

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

What is the weather like in Burk's Falls?

Burk's Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Burk's Falls?

The job market in Burk's Falls faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $725. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Burk's Falls?

The median home value in Burk's Falls is $324,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 61.3%.

How are the schools in Burk's Falls?

9.0% of adults in Burk's Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Burk's Falls?

The average commute in Burk's Falls is 26 minutes. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Burk's Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burk's Falls is 97.1% White. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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