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Comfort Cove-Newstead, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Comfort Cove-Newstead is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 345. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
345 Population 30/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $48,400 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

How Comfort Cove-Newstead Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population345
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$48,400
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty25.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+27.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Comfort Cove-Newstead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Comfort Cove-Newstead receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Comfort Cove-Newstead has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Comfort Cove-Newstead is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Comfort Cove-Newstead is $150,000, 47% 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 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Comfort Cove-Newstead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Comfort Cove-Newstead has a population of 345 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

345
Total Population
2021 Census
30
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Comfort Cove-Newstead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Comfort Cove-Newstead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Comfort Cove-Newstead is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Comfort Cove-Newstead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Comfort Cove-Newstead is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% 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$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Comfort Cove-Newstead, 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: Comfort Cove-Newstead 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

Comfort Cove-Newstead has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (30.0 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates49.3999°N, 54.8648°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+27.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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