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Northern Bruce Peninsula, ON

Ontario

Northern Bruce Peninsula is a small town in Ontario with a population of 4,404. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,404 Population 15/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $54,750 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$69,500 median income, 11.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,404
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$54,750
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty12.3%
Commute23 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,050
Ownership90.0%
Housing Units2,205
Rent Burden16.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+26.1%
Graduate+5.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Northern Bruce Peninsula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northern Bruce Peninsula receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Northern Bruce Peninsula has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northern Bruce Peninsula is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northern Bruce Peninsula is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Northern Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow.

Northern Bruce Peninsula has a population of 4,404 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 299.5 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents.

Population

4,404
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
299.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Northern Bruce Peninsula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 7.7%

Social Characteristics

Northern Bruce Peninsula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northern Bruce Peninsula is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,750 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 137 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes. 37.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Northern Bruce Peninsula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)137

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Northern Bruce Peninsula is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 90.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,205 total housing units in the city. 16.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.0%
Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.2%
Housing Units2,205

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, Northern Bruce Peninsula receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Northern Bruce Peninsula 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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Northern Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.6 inches. The area receives 11.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area299.5 sq mi (775.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates45.1357°N, 81.4469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.6"
9% below US avg
Snowfall 11.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.58"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 148 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 107 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 148 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 - 38 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.2 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.6 in Wettest

Northern Bruce Peninsula has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 20°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and March the driest (2.2").

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14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.1% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+26.1%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area299.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.3%

Museums in Northern Bruce Peninsula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Living Museum
St. Edmunds and Peninsula Museum

Libraries in Northern Bruce Peninsula

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Lion's Head Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Tobermory Branch0.0

Gas Stations in Northern Bruce Peninsula

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Roxy’s Gas & Variety

Airports Near Northern Bruce Peninsula

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Manitoulin East Municipal AirportYEMMedium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Owen Sound (Cook Field)-Small Airport
Port Elgin Airport-Small Airport
Southampton Airport-Small Airport
Tobermory Airport-Small Airport
Varys Field-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Northern Bruce Peninsula

What is the population of Northern Bruce Peninsula?

Northern Bruce Peninsula has a population of 4,404 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 299.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Northern Bruce Peninsula expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,500, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Northern Bruce Peninsula safe?

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

What is the weather like in Northern Bruce Peninsula?

Northern Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Northern Bruce Peninsula?

The job market in Northern Bruce Peninsula faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 137 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 37.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Northern Bruce Peninsula?

The median home value in Northern Bruce Peninsula is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 90.0%.

How are the schools in Northern Bruce Peninsula?

14.7% of adults in Northern Bruce Peninsula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.1% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Northern Bruce Peninsula?

The average commute in Northern Bruce Peninsula is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 37.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Northern Bruce Peninsula?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Northern Bruce Peninsula is 97% White, 1% Asian. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Tobermory, ON 1,427 pop · 13.3 mi South Bruce Peninsula, ON 9,137 pop · 33.2 mi South Bruce, ON 5,880 pop · 33.2 mi Georgian Bluffs, ON 11,100 pop · 37.6 mi Wikwemikong Unceded, ON 2,728 pop · 42.0 mi Assiginack, ON 1,008 pop · 45.5 mi Owen Sound, ON 21,612 pop · 46.4 mi Port Elgin, ON 7,862 pop · 48.4 mi Saugeen Shores, ON 15,908 pop · 49.8 mi Sydenham, ON 3,249 pop · 50.5 mi Arran-Elderslie, ON 6,913 pop · 53.1 mi Chatsworth, ON 7,080 pop · 54.1 mi Meaford, ON 11,485 pop · 54.9 mi Central Manitoulin, ON 2,235 pop · 55.9 mi
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