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Devon, NB

New Brunswick

Devon is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,070. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,070 Population 1,019/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $26,900 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,070
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,019/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$26,900
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty23.4%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units360

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+35.6%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Devon a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Devon is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Devon is $148,932, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Devon has a population of 1,070 with a density of 1,019 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

1,070
Total Population
1,019
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Devon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages6.1%

Social Characteristics

Devon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Devon is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Devon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Devon is $148,932, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied5.6%
Renter-Occupied4.2%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

In Devon, 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: Devon 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+35.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,019/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home10.9%

Nearby Cities

North Devon, NB 1,652 pop · 0.9 mi Youngs Crossing, NB 1,514 pop · 0.9 mi Barkers Point, NB 1,562 pop · 0.9 mi Saint Mary, NB 5,084 pop · 1.1 mi Downtown Fredericton, NB 5,193 pop · 1.1 mi Queen Square, NB 1,016 pop · 1.2 mi Town Plat, NB 6,104 pop · 1.6 mi Rabbit Town, NB 1,694 pop · 1.7 mi College Hill, NB 1,421 pop · 1.8 mi Marysville, NB 2,223 pop · 2.2 mi Nashwaaksis, NB 9,831 pop · 2.3 mi Skyline Acres, NB 3,321 pop · 2.3 mi Fredericton, NB 63,116 pop · 2.7 mi Southwood Park, NB 2,691 pop · 2.7 mi
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