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Cartwright, Labrador, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Cartwright, Labrador is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 439. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
439 Population 194/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
32°F Avg Temperature 264 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 Cartwright, Labrador Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population439
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density194/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 Units176
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Cartwright, Labrador a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cartwright, Labrador 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. Cartwright, Labrador offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cartwright, Labrador 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 Cartwright, Labrador 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

Cartwright, Labrador has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow.

Cartwright, Labrador has a population of 439 with a density of 194 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 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

439
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cartwright, Labrador 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

Cartwright, Labrador vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cartwright, Labrador 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 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cartwright, Labrador 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)14

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 Cartwright, Labrador 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 176 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 Units176

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, Cartwright, Labrador receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cartwright, Labrador 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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Cartwright, Labrador has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average31.7°F
41% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates53.7062°N, 57.0198°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (May) 2.60"

Air Quality

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1848 FISHING SHIPS HARBOUR, NEWFOUNDLAND Meteorological — — 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 3.0 in
March 17°F (-8°C) 3.3 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in
May 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
August 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
October 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.4 in

Cartwright, Labrador has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 6°F in January to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and May the driest (2.6").

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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 Density194/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Airports Near Cartwright, Labrador

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cartwright AirportYRFSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cartwright, Labrador

What is the population of Cartwright, Labrador?

Cartwright, Labrador has a population of 439 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 194 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 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 Cartwright, Labrador 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 Cartwright, Labrador safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cartwright, Labrador?

Cartwright, Labrador has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cartwright, Labrador?

The unemployment rate in Cartwright, Labrador 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 14 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 Cartwright, Labrador?

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

How are the schools in Cartwright, Labrador?

32.9% of adults in Cartwright, Labrador 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 Cartwright, Labrador?

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

What are the demographics of Cartwright, Labrador?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cartwright, Labrador is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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