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South Bruce Peninsula, ON

Ontario

South Bruce Peninsula is a small city in Ontario with a population of 9,137. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,137 Population 45/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $45,000 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 16.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 9.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,137
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$45,000
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty11.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$840
Ownership83.1%
Housing Units4,145
Rent Burden16.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+33.4%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute29 min

Is South Bruce Peninsula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South 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. South Bruce Peninsula has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Bruce Peninsula is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South 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 $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

South Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow.

South Bruce Peninsula has a population of 9,137 with a density of 45 people per square mile, spread across 204.9 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents.

Population

9,137
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
204.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

South Bruce Peninsula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
20% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 4.4%

Social Characteristics

South Bruce Peninsula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Bruce Peninsula is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $865, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 283 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 22.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: South Bruce Peninsula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,000
Avg Weekly Wage$865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)283

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Bruce Peninsula is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,145 total housing units in the city. 16.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden16.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units4,145

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

Crime Rates: South 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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South Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.4 inches. The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area204.9 sq mi (530.6 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates44.6834°N, 81.2164°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.02"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 105 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 135 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 - 39 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.5 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.0 in Wettest

South Bruce Peninsula has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 21°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (2.4").

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9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+33.4%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area204.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home22.0%

Schools in South Bruce Peninsula

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Peninsula Shores District School - - - -
Amabel-Sauble Community School - - - -
Hepworth Central Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near South Bruce Peninsula

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFPS-FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (MP3 Stream) active rock MP3 128 kbps
CFPS -FM "97.9 The Bruce" Port Elgin, ON (AAC Stream) active rock, new format rebranding AAC 63 kbps

Museums in South Bruce Peninsula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre

Libraries in South Bruce Peninsula

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bruce County Public Library - Port Elgin Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Sauble Beach Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Southampton Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Tara Branch0.0
Bruce County Public Library - Wiarton Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in South Bruce Peninsula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Keady Market

Hotels in South Bruce Peninsula

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Inn

Cafes in South Bruce Peninsula

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amicus Coffee Bar
Boba Treatz
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Two Chick's Cafe

Dentists in South Bruce Peninsula

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bluewater Dental

Veterinaries in South Bruce Peninsula

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pet Hospital

Gas Stations in South Bruce Peninsula

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BB
Esso
UPI Energy
Wendy's Auto Service

Banks in South Bruce Peninsula

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
TD Canada Trust

Golf Courses in South Bruce Peninsula

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northern Dunes Golf Club

Breweries in South Bruce Peninsula

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Outlaw Brew Co
Three Sheets Brewing
Three Sheets Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in South Bruce Peninsula

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near South Bruce Peninsula

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near South Bruce Peninsula

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kincardine Municipal AirportYKDMedium Airport
Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional AirportYOSMedium Airport
Wiarton AirportYVVMedium Airport
Blacks Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
East Linton (Kerr Field)-Small Airport
Farrow's Field-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Glendale Airport-Small Airport
Griffith Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanover / Saugeen Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Hay Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Mount Forest Roths' Field-Small Airport
Nenagh Field-Small Airport
Owen Sound (Cook Field)-Small Airport
Port Elgin Airport-Small Airport
Robinson International Air Field-Small Airport
Roth Field-Small Airport
Shepherd's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Southampton Airport-Small Airport
Teeswater (Dent Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Teeswater (Thompson Field) Airport-Small Airport
Tobermory Airport-Small Airport
Varys Field-Small Airport
Walter's Falls (Piper Way) Aerodrome-Small Airport
White Cloud Island-Small Airport
Wilkinson Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in South Bruce Peninsula

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wiarton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in South Bruce Peninsula

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Community of Church
Frank Street Baptist Church
Holy Family Catholic Church
Huron Feathers Presbyterian Centre
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St. John's United Church
St. Mary of the Rosary Church
St. Paul's Presbyterian Church
St. Peter's by-the-Lake Anglican Episcopal Church
St. Thomas Aquinas Church
Trinity Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Bruce Peninsula

What is the population of South Bruce Peninsula?

South Bruce Peninsula has a population of 9,137 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 204.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.8% male.

Is South Bruce Peninsula expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,500, 5% 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 $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is South Bruce Peninsula safe?

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

What is the weather like in South Bruce Peninsula?

South Bruce Peninsula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in South Bruce Peninsula?

The job market in South Bruce Peninsula faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $865. There are 283 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 22.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in South Bruce Peninsula?

The median home value in South Bruce Peninsula is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.

How are the schools in South Bruce Peninsula?

9.5% of adults in South Bruce Peninsula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in South Bruce Peninsula?

The average commute in South Bruce Peninsula is 29 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of South Bruce Peninsula?

The racial and ethnic makeup of South Bruce Peninsula is 98% White, 0.7% Black or African American. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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