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Anchor Point, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Anchor Point is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 305. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
305 Population 349/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $57,200 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 44.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 44.4%
1133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$57,200
Unemployment44.4%
Poverty14.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+24.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Anchor Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anchor Point receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Anchor Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anchor Point is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 44.4%, unemployment is notably high. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anchor Point is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Anchor Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Anchor Point has a population of 305 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

305
Total Population
2021 Census
349
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Anchor Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anchor Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anchor Point is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 44.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Anchor Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment44.4%
1133% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Anchor Point is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

In Anchor Point, 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: Anchor Point 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

Anchor Point has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall19.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates51.2334°N, 56.7981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+24.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 21.4 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 42.6 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 52.7 mi Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 93.8 mi
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