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Clark's Harbour, NS

Nova Scotia

Clark's Harbour is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 725. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
725 Population 666/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $41,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $650/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

How Clark's Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population725
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density666/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$41,800
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty20.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360
Rent Burden11.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+22.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Clark's Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clark's Harbour receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Clark's Harbour has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clark's Harbour is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clark's Harbour is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Clark's Harbour has a population of 725 with a density of 666 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

725
Total Population
666
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clark's Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages2.1%

Social Characteristics

Clark's Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clark's Harbour is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Clark's Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clark's Harbour is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied22.2%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

In Clark's Harbour, 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: Clark's Harbour 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

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+22.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density666/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Nearby Cities

Barrington, NS 6,523 pop · 9.0 mi Shelburne, NS 1,644 pop · 26.9 mi Argyle, NS 7,870 pop · 27.1 mi Clare, NS 7,678 pop · 56.6 mi Queens, NS 10,422 pop · 60.2 mi Liverpool, NS 2,546 pop · 61.1 mi Digby, NS 2,001 pop · 81.9 mi Cornwallis, MB 4,568 pop · 83.7 mi Bridgewater, NS 8,790 pop · 85.1 mi Annapolis, Subd. A, NS 5,980 pop · 89.5 mi Annapolis, Subd. B, NS 4,587 pop · 89.5 mi Annapolis, Subd. C, NS 5,218 pop · 89.5 mi Annapolis, Subd. D, NS 3,049 pop · 89.5 mi Lunenburg, NS 2,396 pop · 91.9 mi
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