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Annapolis Valley First Nation, NS

Nova Scotia

Annapolis Valley First Nation is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 743. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
743 Population 2,975/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 14.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.9%
314% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

How Annapolis Valley First Nation Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population743
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density2,975/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment14.9%
Poverty20.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership60.9%
Housing Units320
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Annapolis Valley First Nation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Annapolis Valley First Nation receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Annapolis Valley First Nation has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Annapolis Valley First Nation is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Annapolis Valley First Nation is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Annapolis Valley First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow.

Annapolis Valley First Nation has a population of 743 with a density of 2,975 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents.

Population

743
Total Population
2,975
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Annapolis Valley First Nation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Annapolis Valley First Nation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Annapolis Valley First Nation is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,200. The average weekly wage is $677, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 23 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Annapolis Valley First Nation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200
Avg Weekly Wage$677

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.9%
314% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Annapolis Valley First Nation is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 60.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 320 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.9%
Owner-Occupied60.9%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units320

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, Annapolis Valley First Nation receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Annapolis Valley First Nation 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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Annapolis Valley First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,975/sq mi
Coordinates45.0422°N, 64.2369°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above US avg
Snowfall 17.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.88"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 91 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 118 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 86 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 117 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 85 km
2009 Bill Category 1 155 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 208 km
2003 Juan Category 2 79 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 227 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 111 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1917 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA Earthquake + Landslide 7.0 m 2,000 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 3.9 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.5 in

Annapolis Valley First Nation has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (3.0").

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7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,975/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Radio Stations near Annapolis Valley First Nation

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIJK-FM "Rewind 89.3" - New Minas, NS classic hits, new format rebranding AAC 132 kbps

Museums in Annapolis Valley First Nation

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Black Smith Shop
Blair House
Churchill House
Clifton Museum
Eglise mémorielle
Prescott House Museum
Shand House Museum

Libraries in Annapolis Valley First Nation

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A. Gordon Cooper Library0.0
Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library0.0
Wolfville Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Annapolis Valley First Nation

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
market
Wolfville Farmer's Market

Breweries in Annapolis Valley First Nation

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Annapolis Cider Co
Bay of Fundy Brewing Co.
Horton Ridge Malt & Grain
Schoolhouse Brewery
The Church Brewing Co.
The Port Taproom

Ski Resorts Near Annapolis Valley First Nation

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Annapolis Valley First Nation

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halifax / Stanfield International AirportYHZLarge Airport
CFB GreenwoodYZXMedium Airport
Dayspring Airpark-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Annapolis Valley First Nation

What is the population of Annapolis Valley First Nation?

Annapolis Valley First Nation has a population of 743 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 2,975 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49% male.

Is Annapolis Valley First Nation expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Annapolis Valley First Nation safe?

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

What is the weather like in Annapolis Valley First Nation?

Annapolis Valley First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Annapolis Valley First Nation?

The job market in Annapolis Valley First Nation faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $677. There are 23 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Annapolis Valley First Nation?

The median home value in Annapolis Valley First Nation is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 60.9%.

How are the schools in Annapolis Valley First Nation?

7.3% of adults in Annapolis Valley First Nation hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Annapolis Valley First Nation?

The average commute in Annapolis Valley First Nation is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Annapolis Valley First Nation?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Annapolis Valley First Nation is 98% White, 2% Asian. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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