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Alma, NB

New Brunswick · Moncton Metro

Alma is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 5. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5 Population 0/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 236 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 43.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 43.5%
1108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment43.5%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership88.0%
Housing Units125
Rent Burden16.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+48.8%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Alma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alma receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Alma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alma is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 43.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alma is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow.

Alma has a population of 5 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 86.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.1% of residents, while 5.4% speak Spanish.

Population

5
Total Population
2021 Census
0
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
86.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Alma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish 5.4%
60% below US avg
Other Languages 3.6%

Social Characteristics

Alma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alma is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 43.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Alma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment43.5%
1108% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)0

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alma is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 88.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 125 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 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.0%
Owner-Occupied88.0%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units125

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, Alma receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Alma 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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Alma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area86.0 sq mi (222.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates45.6519°N, 64.9238°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"
45% above US avg
Snowfall 25.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.59"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 150 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 143 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 111 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 146 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 127 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 136 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 145 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 108 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 141 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 125 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 90 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 127 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 103 km
Apr 22, 2016 69 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 126 km
Nov 28, 2013 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 115 km
Feb 2, 2018 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 91 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 90 km
Apr 24, 2015 67 km NW of Salisbury, Canada M2.5 105 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 135 km
2009 Bill Category 1 236 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 229 km
2003 Juan Category 2 95 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 296 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 5.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 4.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 24°F (-5°C) 5.4 in

Alma has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 18°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.5").

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14.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.8% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
59% below US avg
High School+48.8%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area86.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Alma

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJMO-FM 103.1 "Q103" - Moncton, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 132 kbps
103.9 MAX FM - Moncton's Greatest Hits classic rock, easy listening MP3 64 kbps
CFBO "Plus 90.7" Dieppe, NB hot adult contemporary, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Moncton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKNI 91.9 "The Bend" Moncton, NB adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Nouveau-Brinswick news, talk AAC 48 kbps
CJXL "New Country 96.9" Moncton, NB country, rebranding AAC 145 kbps
ICI Première Nouveau-Brunswick information, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB blues, classical AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Alma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Old Bank Museum

Hotels in Alma

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parkland Village Inn

Monuments in Alma

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Molly Kool Monument

Gas Stations in Alma

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf

Golf Courses in Alma

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fundy National Park Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Alma

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Ski Resorts Near Alma

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Poley Mountain Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Alma

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB GreenwoodYZXMedium Airport
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Sussex Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Alma

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Alma Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alma

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alma Baptist Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alma

What is the population of Alma?

Alma has a population of 5 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 86.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Alma expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Alma safe?

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

What is the weather like in Alma?

Alma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 25.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Alma?

The job market in Alma faces challenges, with unemployment at 43.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $780. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alma?

The median home value in Alma is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 88.0%.

How are the schools in Alma?

14.0% of adults in Alma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.8% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Alma?

The average commute in Alma is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alma?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alma is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 91.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.4% speak Spanish.

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