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Antigonish, Subd. A, NS

Nova Scotia

Antigonish, Subd. A is a small city in Nova Scotia with a population of 8,963. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
8,963 Population 25/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 237 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Antigonish, Subd. A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,963
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units3,585
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Antigonish, Subd. A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Antigonish, Subd. A receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Antigonish, Subd. A offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Antigonish, Subd. A is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Antigonish, Subd. A 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 3.2x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Antigonish, Subd. A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow.

Antigonish, Subd. A has a population of 8,963 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 357.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.4% of residents.

Population

8,963
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
357.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Antigonish, Subd. A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg
Other Languages 7.0%

Social Characteristics

Antigonish, Subd. A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antigonish, Subd. A is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 278 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Antigonish, Subd. A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)278

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Antigonish, Subd. A is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,585 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 3.2x.

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

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units3,585

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, Antigonish, Subd. A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Antigonish, Subd. A 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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Antigonish, Subd. A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area357.7 sq mi (926.4 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates45.6214°N, 61.9905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.7"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.54"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 95 km
2009 Bill Category 1 134 km
2003 Juan Category 2 146 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 100 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 41 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 151 km
1989 Dean Category 1 247 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 4.8 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 4.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 5.9 in Wettest
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.8 in

Antigonish, Subd. A has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 20°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (3.5").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area357.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Schools in Antigonish, Subd. A

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Andrews Consolidated School - - - -
Montesorie - - - -
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Radio Stations near Antigonish, Subd. A

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
989 XFM - CJFX hits radio MP3

Museums in Antigonish, Subd. A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Antigonish Heritage Museum

Libraries in Antigonish, Subd. A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Angus L. Macdonald Library0.0
Antigonish Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Antigonish, Subd. A

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Antigonish Farmers Market

Hotels in Antigonish, Subd. A

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Claymore Inn
Maritime Inn Antigonish

Cafes in Antigonish, Subd. A

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Main Street Café
Tall and Small Cafe
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Antigonish, Subd. A

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineplex Cinemas Antigonish

Dentists in Antigonish, Subd. A

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drs Dunphy & McKenna Dentists

Gas Stations in Antigonish, Subd. A

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Irving
MacDonald's Convenience
Petro-Canada
Sobeys Fast Fuel

Banks in Antigonish, Subd. A

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bergengren Credit Union
CIBC
East Coast Credit Union
RBC
Scotiabank
St Andrews Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Antigonish, Subd. A

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antigonish Market Square Mall

Golf Courses in Antigonish, Subd. A

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antigonish Golf & Country Club
Antigonish Golf & Country Club

Stadiums & Teams in Antigonish, Subd. A

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Antigonish, Subd. A

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Hawkesbury AirportYPSMedium Airport
Centredale Airport-Small Airport
Thorburn Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Antigonish, Subd. A

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
St. Andrews Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Antigonish, Subd. A

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Saint Ninian Cathedral
St James United
St Pauls Anglican

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Frequently Asked Questions About Antigonish, Subd. A

What is the population of Antigonish, Subd. A?

Antigonish, Subd. A has a population of 8,963 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 357.7 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 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Antigonish, Subd. A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,563, 18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Antigonish, Subd. A safe?

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

What is the weather like in Antigonish, Subd. A?

Antigonish, Subd. A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Antigonish, Subd. A?

The unemployment rate in Antigonish, Subd. A is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 278 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 16.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Antigonish, Subd. A?

The median home value in Antigonish, Subd. A is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Antigonish, Subd. A?

32.9% of adults in Antigonish, Subd. A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Antigonish, Subd. A?

The average commute in Antigonish, Subd. A is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Antigonish, Subd. A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Antigonish, Subd. A is 96.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 89.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish.

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