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South Bruce, ON

Ontario

South Bruce is a small city in Ontario with a population of 5,880. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,880 Population 31/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $49,600 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $830/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,880
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$49,600
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty10.4%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$448,000
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,280
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+35.2%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is South Bruce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Bruce receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. South Bruce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Bruce is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Bruce is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

South Bruce has a population of 5,880 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

5,880
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
188.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

South Bruce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
97% below US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

South Bruce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Bruce is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: South Bruce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.1%

Walkability

The median home value in South Bruce is $448,000, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Renter-Occupied19.7%
Housing Units2,280

Property Tax

In South Bruce, 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: South Bruce 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

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+35.2%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area188.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.1%

Nearby Cities

South Bruce Peninsula, ON 9,137 pop · 0.0 mi Georgian Bluffs, ON 11,100 pop · 10.2 mi Owen Sound, ON 21,612 pop · 15.6 mi Port Elgin, ON 7,862 pop · 19.1 mi Saugeen Shores, ON 15,908 pop · 19.8 mi Arran-Elderslie, ON 6,913 pop · 20.0 mi Sydenham, ON 3,249 pop · 22.0 mi Chatsworth, ON 7,080 pop · 22.2 mi Paisley, ON 1,045 pop · 26.2 mi Meaford, ON 11,485 pop · 30.2 mi Louise, MB 2,025 pop · 30.6 mi Northern Bruce Peninsula, ON 4,404 pop · 33.2 mi Markdale, ON 1,216 pop · 37.7 mi Hanover, ON 7,967 pop · 37.9 mi
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