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Cartwright, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Cartwright is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 439. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
439 Population
$72,500 Median Income $42,800 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$460 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 41.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $460/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $460
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 41.5%
1053% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population439
Median Age50.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$42,800
Unemployment41.5%
Poverty12.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$460
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Cartwright a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cartwright receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cartwright offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cartwright is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 41.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cartwright is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Cartwright has a population of 439. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

439
Total Population
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cartwright vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cartwright vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cartwright is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 41.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cartwright vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment41.5%
1053% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cartwright is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $460 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$460
60% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied22.5%
Housing Units200

Property Tax

In Cartwright, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cartwright vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%
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