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Burpee and Mills, ON

Ontario

Burpee and Mills is a small town in Ontario with a population of 382. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
382 Population 5/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $39,400 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 277 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 6.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

How Burpee and Mills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population382
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$39,400
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty19.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation666 ft (203 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+26.4%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Burpee and Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burpee and Mills receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Burpee and Mills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burpee and Mills is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burpee and Mills is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Burpee and Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Burpee and Mills has a population of 382 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

382
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
83.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Burpee and Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
71% below US avg
Other Languages6.6%

Social Characteristics

Burpee and Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burpee and Mills is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Burpee and Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home93.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burpee and Mills is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units175

Property Tax

In Burpee and Mills, 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: Burpee and Mills 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

Burpee and Mills has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 277 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall9.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area83.9 sq mi (217.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.7835°N, 82.5677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+26.4%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area83.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home93.3%

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