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Blacks Harbour, NB

New Brunswick

Blacks Harbour is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 907. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
907 Population 261/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $35,300 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$680 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 18.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $680/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.8%
422% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population907
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$35,300
Unemployment18.8%
Poverty17.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$680
Ownership77.9%
Housing Units385
Rent Burden7.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+41.4%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Blacks Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blacks Harbour receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Blacks Harbour has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blacks Harbour is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blacks Harbour is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x 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

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Blacks Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Blacks Harbour has a population of 907 with a density of 261 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.1% of residents.

Population

907
Total Population
2021 Census
261
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Blacks Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish 5.0%
63% below US avg
Other Languages 5.0%

Social Characteristics

Blacks Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blacks Harbour is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,300. The average weekly wage is $679, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 18.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Blacks Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,300
Avg Weekly Wage$679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.8%
422% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blacks Harbour is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 77.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 385 total housing units in the city. 7.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.9%
Owner-Occupied77.9%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units385

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, Blacks Harbour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Blacks Harbour 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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Blacks Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates45.0588°N, 66.7850°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 14, 2023.

Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 116 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 22 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 129 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 114 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 116 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 53 km
Jan 14, 2023 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine M3.3 148 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 75 km
Oct 25, 2001 4 km S of Howland, Maine M3.3 149 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 114 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 114 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 71 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 10 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 79 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 131 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 78 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 53 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 77 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 77 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 199 km
2009 Bill Category 1 282 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 148 km
2003 Juan Category 2 247 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 41 km
1984 UNNAMED 901 84 km
2006 CENTERVILLE FIRE 705 83 km
2001 UNNAMED 627 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in
March 29°F (-1°C) 4.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 4.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 5.0 in

Blacks Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.6").

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5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+41.4%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Schools in Blacks Harbour

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Back Bay Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Blacks Harbour

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Blacks Harbour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOST FISHERMENS MEMORIAL PARKGENERAL MUSEUM185 SOUTH LUBEC ROAD2077332578$20,393
BORDER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION74 WASHINGTON ST
EASTPORT FOR PRIDEHISTORIC PRESERVATION93 WATER STREET2078532400
LUBEC HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LUBEC LANDMARKSHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 WATER ST2077332197
Covenhoven

Libraries in Blacks Harbour

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PEAVEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY26 WATER STREET0.016,780
LUBEC MEMORIAL LIBRARY55 WATER STREET0.013,467
Campobello Public Library and Museum0.0

Ski Resorts Near Blacks Harbour

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Blacks Harbour

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brockway Airport—Small Airport
Cutler Regional Airport—Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport—Small Airport
Gillespie Field—Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport—Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Machias Valley Airport—Small Airport
Morrison's Airport—Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Blacks Harbour

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Blacks Harbour, Post Office

Treatment Centers in Blacks Harbour

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Regional Medical Center at Lubec - HealthWaysSubstance Abuse207-733-7531

Churches & Religious Organizations in Blacks Harbour

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Back Bay Church of Christ
Blacks Harbour Wesleyan Church
L'Etete Church of Christ
Sea View Full Gospel Church
Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blacks Harbour

What is the population of Blacks Harbour?

Blacks Harbour has a population of 907 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 261 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Blacks Harbour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Blacks Harbour safe?

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

What is the weather like in Blacks Harbour?

Blacks Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Blacks Harbour?

The job market in Blacks Harbour faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $679. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 3.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Blacks Harbour?

The median home value in Blacks Harbour is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $680. The homeownership rate is 77.9%.

How are the schools in Blacks Harbour?

5.5% of adults in Blacks Harbour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.4% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Blacks Harbour?

The average commute in Blacks Harbour is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Blacks Harbour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Blacks Harbour is 91.8% White, 4.9% Asian. 90.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish.

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