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Charlottetown, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Charlottetown is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 292. Residents earn $89,000 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
292 Population 29/sq mi density
$89,000 Median Income $44,000 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$89,000 median income, 40.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,000
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 40.0%
1011% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female50% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$89,000
Per Capita$44,000
Unemployment40.0%
Poverty8.0%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Charlottetown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charlottetown is $89,000, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 40.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.0% 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 Charlottetown is $100,000, 65% 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 1.1x 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%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Charlottetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Charlottetown has a population of 292 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

292
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Charlottetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Charlottetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charlottetown is $89,000, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 40.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Charlottetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,000
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.0%
1011% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Charlottetown is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied13.6%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Charlottetown, 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: Charlottetown 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

Charlottetown has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.1°F
39% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.5 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates52.7696°N, 56.1201°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
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+30.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Nearby Cities

St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 99.2 mi
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