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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.

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
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units465
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

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, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Burk's Falls has a population of 957 with a density of 803 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

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 Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages4.2%

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. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Burk's Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.8%
76% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Burk's Falls, 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: Burk's Falls 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

Burk's Falls has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density803/sq mi
Coordinates45.6168°N, 79.3997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density803/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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