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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /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
2.7 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership94.3%
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
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

Is Burpee and Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burpee and Mills receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Burpee and Mills has a population of 382 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 83.9 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (98.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.5% of residents.

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 Only 89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish 4.0%
71% below US avg
Other Languages 6.6%

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. Per capita income is $39,400. The average weekly wage is $758, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 93.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Burpee and Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,400
Avg Weekly Wage$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 94.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 175 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

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

Homeownership94.3%
Owner-Occupied94.3%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units175

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, Burpee and Mills receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Burpee and Mills 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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Burpee and Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.8 inches. The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area83.9 sq mi (217.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.7835°N, 82.5677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below US avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 8, 2019.

Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 140 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 132 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 148 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 131 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 132 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.0 in

Burpee and Mills has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 19°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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8.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area83.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Museums in Burpee and Mills

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gore Bay Museum
Gore Bay Museum, Old Jail

Breweries in Burpee and Mills

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Split Rail Brewery

Airports Near Burpee and Mills

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elliot Lake Municipal AirportYELMedium Airport
Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportYZEMedium Airport
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burpee and Mills

What is the population of Burpee and Mills?

Burpee and Mills has a population of 382 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 83.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 51.3% male.

Is Burpee and Mills expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% 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 $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Burpee and Mills safe?

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

What is the weather like in Burpee and Mills?

Burpee and Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Burpee and Mills?

The unemployment rate in Burpee and Mills is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $758. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 93.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Burpee and Mills?

The median home value in Burpee and Mills is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 94.3%.

How are the schools in Burpee and Mills?

8.3% of adults in Burpee and Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Burpee and Mills?

The average commute in Burpee and Mills is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 93.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Burpee and Mills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burpee and Mills is 98.8% White. 89.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish.

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