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Dildo, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Dildo is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 803. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
803 Population 103/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 230 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/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 $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population803
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units321
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Dildo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dildo receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Dildo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dildo is $66,531, 11% 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 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dildo is $161,864, 43% 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 2.4x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dildo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches, including 21.2 inches of snow.

Dildo has a population of 803 with a density of 103 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 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 (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

803
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dildo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Dildo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dildo 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 5.1% (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 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dildo 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dildo is $161,864, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 321 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 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units321

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, Dildo receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Dildo 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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Dildo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates47.5666°N, 53.5481°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 21.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.91"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 195 km
2021 Larry Category 1 85 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 168 km
2010 Igor Category 1 111 km
1982 Debby Category 2 188 km
1980 Georges Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 5.8 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 4.7 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
July 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 38°F (4°C) 5.6 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 5.7 in

Dildo has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (3.8").

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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). 78.2% 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 Density103/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Schools in Dildo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Woodland Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Dildo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
Tits.FM MP3 56 kbps

Hotels in Dildo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dildo Boathouse Inn

Cafes in Dildo

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kountry Kravins & Krafts

Airports Near Dildo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bell Island AirportSmall Airport
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dildo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dildo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Trinity Bay Corps

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dildo

What is the population of Dildo?

Dildo has a population of 803 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 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 Dildo expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,864 (43% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Dildo safe?

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

What is the weather like in Dildo?

Dildo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches, with 21.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dildo?

The unemployment rate in Dildo is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dildo?

The median home value in Dildo is $161,864. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Dildo?

32.9% of adults in Dildo 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 Dildo?

The average commute in Dildo is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dildo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dildo is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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