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Black Duck Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Black Duck Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 155. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 178/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/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 $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

How Black Duck Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population155
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units62
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Black Duck Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Black Duck Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Black Duck Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Duck Cove is $66,531, 11% 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 18.4% 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 Black Duck Cove is $161,864, 43% 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 2.4x 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

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

Climate & Weather

Black Duck Cove 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.

Black Duck Cove has a population of 155 with a density of 178 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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 (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

155
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Black Duck Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Black Duck Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Duck Cove is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Black Duck Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Black Duck Cove is $161,864, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 62 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units62

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, Black Duck Cove receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Black Duck Cove 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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Black Duck Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

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

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates51.1942°N, 56.7969°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.48"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.9 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.4 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.7 in

Black Duck Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 12°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.5").

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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). 78.2% 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 Density178/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Radio Stations near Black Duck Cove

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBS-FM 89.9 & 93.1 Blanc Sablon, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Black Duck Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
50 Centuries Interpretation Centre

Airports Near Black Duck Cove

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon AirportYBXMedium Airport
St. Anthony AirportYAYMedium Airport
English Point AirportSmall Airport
Port au Choix AirportSmall Airport
Red Bay AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Black Duck Cove

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Duck Cove

What is the population of Black Duck Cove?

Black Duck Cove has a population of 155 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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 Black Duck Cove expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,864 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Black Duck Cove safe?

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

What is the weather like in Black Duck Cove?

Black Duck Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Black Duck Cove?

The unemployment rate in Black Duck Cove is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Black Duck Cove?

The median home value in Black Duck Cove is $161,864. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Black Duck Cove?

32.9% of adults in Black Duck Cove 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 Black Duck Cove?

The average commute in Black Duck Cove is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Black Duck Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Black Duck Cove is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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