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Brent's Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Brent's Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 119. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
119 Population 302/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 38.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 38.5%
969% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

How Brent's Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population119
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female48% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment38.5%
Poverty18.4%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$752
Ownership92.9%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min

Is Brent's Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brent's Cove 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. Brent's Cove has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brent's Cove is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 38.5%, unemployment is notably high. 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 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brent's Cove is $50,000, 82% 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 0.8x 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

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brent's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.

Brent's Cove has a population of 119 with a density of 302 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.5% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

119
Total Population
2021 Census
302
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brent's Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brent's Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brent's 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 38.5% (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 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brent's 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

Unemployment38.5%
969% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brent's Cove is $50,000, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 92.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 70 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 0.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.9%
Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units70

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, Brent's Cove receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brent's 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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Brent's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates49.9333°N, 55.7148°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 20.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.25"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.83"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.7 in
February 15°F (-9°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 42°F (5°C) 4.2 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.7 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.7 in

Brent's Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 15°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.8").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Airports Near Brent's Cove

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Springdale AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brent's Cove

What is the population of Brent's Cove?

Brent's Cove has a population of 119 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 302 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.5% female and 47.8% male.

Is Brent's 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 $50,000 (82% 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 0.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brent's Cove safe?

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

What is the weather like in Brent's Cove?

Brent's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brent's Cove?

The job market in Brent's Cove faces challenges, with unemployment at 38.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brent's Cove?

The median home value in Brent's Cove is $50,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 92.9%.

How are the schools in Brent's Cove?

8.7% of adults in Brent's Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brent's Cove?

The average commute in Brent's Cove is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brent's Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brent's Cove is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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