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Deer Lake, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Deer Lake is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 4,864. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,864 Population 172/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $40,920 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$820 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 168 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $820/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

How Deer Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,864
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$40,920
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty18.0%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,140
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days168/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+33.4%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Deer Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Lake 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. Deer Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Lake is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Lake is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Deer Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 168 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches, including 96.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Deer Lake has a population of 4,864 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

4,864
Total Population
2021 Census
172
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
28.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
98% below US avg
Other Languages1.1%

Social Characteristics

Deer Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Lake is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Deer Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Lake is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%
Renter-Occupied26.9%
Housing Units2,140

Property Tax

In Deer Lake, 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: Deer Lake 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

Deer Lake has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 168 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days168 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall96.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area28.3 sq mi (73.3 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates49.1667°N, 57.4316°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+33.4%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area28.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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