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Burnt Islands, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Burnt Islands is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 540. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
540 Population 148/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $41,400 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 217 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 19.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.5%
442% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$41,400
Unemployment19.5%
Poverty11.6%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$752
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain65.6 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+32.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Burnt Islands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnt Islands receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Burnt Islands offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnt Islands is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 19.5%, unemployment is notably high. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burnt Islands is $80,000, 72% 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 1x 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%. 32.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Burnt Islands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.6 inches, including 29.2 inches of snow.

Burnt Islands has a population of 540 with a density of 148 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

540
Total Population
2021 Census
148
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnt Islands 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

Burnt Islands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnt Islands is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,400. The average weekly wage is $796, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 19.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 9.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Burnt Islands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,400
Avg Weekly Wage$796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.5%
442% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone45.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Burnt Islands is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units215

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, Burnt Islands receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Burnt Islands 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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Burnt Islands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates47.6000°N, 58.8819°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.6"
73% above US avg
Snowfall 29.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jun) 4.65"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bill (2009).

Year Name Category Closest
2009 Bill Category 1 163 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 21 km
2000 Michael Category 1 197 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 6.4 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 5.3 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 4.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 5.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
August 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 6.0 in
November 36°F (2°C) 6.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 6.9 in Wettest

Burnt Islands has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 19°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (4.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 45.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+32.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone45.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Museums in Burnt Islands

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hook & Line Interpretation Center

Cafes in Burnt Islands

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnt Islands Coffee Shop

Gas Stations in Burnt Islands

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #5115965854

Airports Near Burnt Islands

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Andrews Codroy Valley AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Burnt Islands

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St.George's Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burnt Islands

What is the population of Burnt Islands?

Burnt Islands has a population of 540 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Burnt Islands expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% 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 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Burnt Islands safe?

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

What is the weather like in Burnt Islands?

Burnt Islands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.6 inches, with 29.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Burnt Islands?

The job market in Burnt Islands faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $796. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 9.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Burnt Islands?

The median home value in Burnt Islands is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Burnt Islands?

0.0% of adults in Burnt Islands hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Burnt Islands?

The average commute in Burnt Islands is 30 minutes. 45.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Burnt Islands?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burnt Islands is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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