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Brunswick, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Brunswick is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 224. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 1/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty16.5%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$666
Ownership89.5%
Housing Units95
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+23.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min

Is Brunswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brunswick receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, long commute times. Brunswick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brunswick is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brunswick is $190,000, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brunswick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Brunswick has a population of 224 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 271.5 square miles. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.7% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.7% of residents, while 11.1% speak Spanish.

Population

224
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
271.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.7%
10% above US avg
Spanish 11.1%
17% below US avg
Other Languages 2.2%

Social Characteristics

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brunswick is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brunswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brunswick is $190,000, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 89.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 95 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.5%
Owner-Occupied89.5%
Renter-Occupied15.8%
Housing Units95

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, Brunswick receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brunswick 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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Brunswick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area271.5 sq mi (703.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates45.9455°N, 66.6402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 120 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 117 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 117 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 119 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 30 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 142 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 141 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 94 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 121 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 77 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 117 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 118 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 117 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 68 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 77 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 141 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 141 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 67 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 117 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 248 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 241 km
2003 Juan Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
November 35°F (1°C) 4.2 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Brunswick has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 14°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.2").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+23.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area271.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Brunswick

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Brunswick

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fredericton Region Museum
New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame
Quartermain Earth Science Centre
School Days Museum
Science East

Libraries in Brunswick

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Dre-Marguerite-Michaud0.0
Fredericton Public Library0.0
Harriet Irving Library0.0
I.U.C. Science Library0.0
Nashwaaksis Library0.0
Oromocto Public Library0.0
UNB Engineering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Brunswick

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boyce Farmer's Market
Boyce Farmers Market
Garrison Night Market
The Cultural Market

Cafes in Brunswick

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Brunswick

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

C. C. Jones Student Services Centre

Gyms in Brunswick

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CSCA High Performance Centre
Richard J. Currie Center Gym

Breweries in Brunswick

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Graystone Brewery
The Picaroons Roundhouse
Union Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Brunswick

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Brunswick

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brunswick

What is the population of Brunswick?

Brunswick has a population of 224 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 271.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.7% female and 51.1% male.

Is Brunswick expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brunswick safe?

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

What is the weather like in Brunswick?

Brunswick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brunswick?

The job market in Brunswick faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brunswick?

The median home value in Brunswick is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 89.5%.

How are the schools in Brunswick?

0.0% of adults in Brunswick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brunswick?

The average commute in Brunswick is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brunswick?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brunswick is 100% White. 86.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.1% speak Spanish.

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