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Cross Roads Country Harbour, NS

Nova Scotia

Cross Roads Country Harbour is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 301. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
301 Population 287/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 226 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/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 $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Cross Roads Country Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population301
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density287/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute23 min

Is Cross Roads Country Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross Roads Country Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Cross Roads Country Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cross Roads Country Harbour is $61,563, 18% 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 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cross Roads Country Harbour is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

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

Cross Roads Country Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow.

Cross Roads Country Harbour has a population of 301 with a density of 287 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. 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 (96.7%), with 1.2% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.4% of residents.

Population

301
Total Population
287
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross Roads Country Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg
Other Languages 7.0%

Social Characteristics

Cross Roads Country Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross Roads Country Harbour is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Cross Roads Country Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cross Roads Country Harbour is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 120 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units120

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, Cross Roads Country Harbour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cross Roads Country 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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Cross Roads Country Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density287/sq mi
Coordinates45.2779°N, 61.8847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.8"
60% above US avg
Snowfall 21.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ophelia (2011).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Ophelia Category 1 277 km
2010 Earl Category 1 106 km
2009 Bill Category 1 109 km
2003 Juan Category 2 169 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 75 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 39 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 134 km
1989 Dean Category 1 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 5.4 in
February 20°F (-6°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 5.2 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 6.5 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 6.3 in

Cross Roads Country Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 20°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (3.9").

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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). 82.1% 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

Population Density287/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Radio Stations near Cross Roads Country Harbour

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101.5 - The Hawk - CIGO-FM adult contemporary AAC 96 kbps
989 XFM - CJFX hits radio MP3

Museums in Cross Roads Country Harbour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Baird's Tradesmen Museum
Goldenville Gold Mining Interpretive Centre
Goldmine Interpretive Centre
Sherbrooke Village
St. Mary's River Association Salmon Musuem

Theme Parks in Cross Roads Country Harbour

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sherbrooke Village

Airports Near Cross Roads Country Harbour

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Hawkesbury AirportYPSMedium Airport
Centredale Airport-Small Airport
Thorburn Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cross Roads Country Harbour

What is the population of Cross Roads Country Harbour?

Cross Roads Country Harbour has a population of 301 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 287 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. 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 Cross Roads Country Harbour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cross Roads Country Harbour safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cross Roads Country Harbour?

Cross Roads Country Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches, with 21.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cross Roads Country Harbour?

The unemployment rate in Cross Roads Country Harbour is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 16.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cross Roads Country Harbour?

The median home value in Cross Roads Country Harbour is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Cross Roads Country Harbour?

32.9% of adults in Cross Roads Country Harbour 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 Cross Roads Country Harbour?

The average commute in Cross Roads Country Harbour is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cross Roads Country Harbour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cross Roads Country Harbour is 96.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 89.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish.

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