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Cook's Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Cook's Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 118. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
118 Population 158/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 30.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 30.0%
733% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment30.0%
Poverty18.4%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$752
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+43.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Cook's Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cook's Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Cook's Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cook's Harbour is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 30.0%, unemployment is notably high. 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cook's Harbour is $50,000, 82% 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 0.8x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cook's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 22.0 inches of snow.

Cook's Harbour has a population of 118 with a density of 158 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

118
Total Population
2021 Census
158
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cook's Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cook's Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cook's Harbour 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 30.0% (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 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cook's Harbour 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

Unemployment30.0%
733% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cook's Harbour is $50,000, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 70 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 0.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units70

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, Cook's Harbour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cook's Harbour 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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Cook's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 22.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates51.6001°N, 55.8647°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above US avg
Snowfall 22.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.33"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

Air Quality

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1848 FISHING SHIPS HARBOUR, NEWFOUNDLAND Meteorological — — 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 3.9 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.4 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
July 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
August 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Cook's Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 12°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 71.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+43.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Gas Stations in Cook's Harbour

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #13078177621

Airports Near Cook's Harbour

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Anthony AirportYAYMedium Airport
Mary's Harbour AirportYMHSmall Airport
Red Bay Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cook's Harbour

What is the population of Cook's Harbour?

Cook's Harbour has a population of 118 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 158 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Cook's Harbour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $50,000 (82% 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 0.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cook's Harbour safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cook's Harbour?

Cook's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 22.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cook's Harbour?

The job market in Cook's Harbour faces challenges, with unemployment at 30.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cook's Harbour?

The median home value in Cook's Harbour is $50,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Cook's Harbour?

0.0% of adults in Cook's Harbour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cook's Harbour?

The average commute in Cook's Harbour is 26 minutes. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cook's Harbour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cook's Harbour is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 19.6 mi Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 59.0 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 79.7 mi
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