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Denmark, NB

New Brunswick

Denmark is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,424. Residents earn $57,600 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,424 Population 5/sq mi density
$57,600 Median Income $33,200 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 7.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$57,600 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,600
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,424
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$57,600
Per Capita$33,200
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty21.0%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$500
Ownership88.7%
Housing Units620
Rent Burden7.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Denmark a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denmark is $57,600, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denmark is $110,000, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x 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

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Denmark has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow.

Denmark has a population of 1,424 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 290.0 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 73% of residents, while 24.2% speak Spanish.

Population

1,424
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
290.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Denmark vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.0%
7% below US avg
Spanish 24.2%
81% above US avg
Other Languages 2.8%

Social Characteristics

Denmark vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denmark is $57,600, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $638, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 44 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 12.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Denmark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,600
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,200
Avg Weekly Wage$638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Denmark is $110,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 620 total housing units in the city. 7.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden7.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.7%
Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied11.3%
Housing Units620

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, Denmark receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Denmark 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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Denmark has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area290.0 sq mi (751.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates47.1244°N, 67.4557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 19.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 65 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 66 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 97 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 66 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 68 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 60 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 105 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 121 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 29 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 61 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 66 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 69 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 106 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 110 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 66 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 120 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 128 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 66 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 121 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.6 in

Denmark has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.6").

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3.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area290.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Radio Stations near Denmark

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Folk'd Up Radio americana, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSR-FM 97.9 campus radio, college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Country Acadienne country MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Denmark

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Plaster Rock Public-School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Denmark

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaster Rock Farmer's Market

Airports Near Denmark

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Saint-Léonard AirportYSLMedium Airport
Boston Brook Airport-Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport-Small Airport
Bristol Airport-Small Airport
Clearwater Airport-Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport-Small Airport
Florenceville Airport-Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Graham Field-Small Airport
Grand Falls Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Mars Hill Airport-Small Airport
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Denmark

What is the population of Denmark?

Denmark has a population of 1,424 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 290.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Denmark expensive to live in?

The median household income is $57,600, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,000 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Denmark safe?

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

What is the weather like in Denmark?

Denmark has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Denmark?

The job market in Denmark faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $638. There are 44 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 12.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Denmark?

The median home value in Denmark is $110,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 88.7%.

How are the schools in Denmark?

3.7% of adults in Denmark hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Denmark?

The average commute in Denmark is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 89% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Denmark?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Denmark is 99.7% White. 73% of residents speak only English at home, while 24.2% speak Spanish.

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