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Churchill Falls, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Churchill Falls is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 650. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
650 Population
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
25°F Avg Temperature 270 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 Churchill Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population650
Median Age41.8 yrs
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 Units260
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp25°F (-4°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Churchill Falls a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Churchill Falls 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 Churchill Falls 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

Churchill Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 25°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow.

Churchill Falls has a population of 650. 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

650
Total Population
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Churchill Falls 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

Churchill Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Churchill Falls 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 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Churchill Falls 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)20

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 Churchill Falls 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 260 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 Units260

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, Churchill Falls receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Churchill Falls 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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Churchill Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 25°F (-4°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 270 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 36.7 inches. The area receives 18.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average25.4°F
53% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates53.5315°N, 64.0085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Goose_Bay

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 18.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -8°F (-22°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February -4°F (-20°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 8°F (-13°C) 2.5 in
April 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
May 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
July 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
September 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
October 32°F (0°C) 3.2 in
November 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in
December 0°F (-18°C) 2.6 in

Churchill Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from -8°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.0").

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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

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Gas Stations in Churchill Falls

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas

Airports Near Churchill Falls

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Churchill Falls AirportZUMSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Churchill Falls

What is the population of Churchill Falls?

Churchill Falls has a population of 650 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador.. 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 Churchill Falls 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 Churchill Falls safe?

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

What is the weather like in Churchill Falls?

Churchill Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 25°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average -8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches, with 18.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Churchill Falls?

The unemployment rate in Churchill Falls 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 20 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 Churchill Falls?

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

How are the schools in Churchill Falls?

32.9% of adults in Churchill Falls 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 Churchill Falls?

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

What are the demographics of Churchill Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Churchill Falls is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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