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East Hants, NS

Nova Scotia

East Hants is a small city in Nova Scotia with a population of 22,892. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
22,892 Population 33/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $47,400 per capita
$274,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$274,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,000
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22,892
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$47,400
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty10.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,000
Rent$1,050
Ownership81.3%
Housing Units9,385
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute31 min

Is East Hants a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Hants receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. East Hants offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Hants is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Hants is $274,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 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

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

East Hants has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

East Hants has a population of 22,892 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 689.8 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents.

Population

22,892
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
689.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Hants vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

East Hants vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Hants is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $912, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 710 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 22.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Hants vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,400
Avg Weekly Wage$912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)710

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Hants is $274,000, 3% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 81.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,385 total housing units in the city. 13.5% 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$274,000
3% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.3%
Owner-Occupied81.3%
Renter-Occupied18.7%
Housing Units9,385

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, East Hants receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: East Hants 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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East Hants has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area689.8 sq mi (1,786.5 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates45.1491°N, 63.6829°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 126 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 54 km
2009 Bill Category 1 125 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 250 km
2003 Juan Category 2 84 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 187 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 99 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1917 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA Earthquake + Landslide 7.0 m 2,000 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.5 in

East Hants has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 20°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (3.5").

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11.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area689.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home22.0%

Schools in East Hants

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rawdon District Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near East Hants

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cat Country 102.9 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 107.3 (US) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 106.3 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage community radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouvelle-Écosse, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador) Halifax, NS radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKHY-FM 105.1 "Surge 105" Dartmouth, NS active rock AAC 128 kbps
CIOE-FM 97.5 Lower Sackville, NS community radio MP3 96 kbps
100.9 The Wave - CKTO-FM, Truro 80s, 90s MP3 64 kbps

Museums in East Hants

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blast To The Past
Lawrence House Museum
Uniacke House

Libraries in East Hants

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Elmsdale Branch, Colchester-East Hants Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in East Hants

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coast Gas
Esso
Xtr
XTR

Banks in East Hants

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Victory Credit Union

Breweries in East Hants

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Chill Street Craft Beverage Co.
Meander River Farm & Brewery

Ski Resorts Near East Hants

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Martock 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near East Hants

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halifax / Stanfield International AirportYHZLarge Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Porters Lake Airport-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near East Hants

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Landscape of Grand Pré

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Hants

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Peters Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Hants

What is the population of East Hants?

East Hants has a population of 22,892 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 689.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is East Hants expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $274,000 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is East Hants safe?

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

What is the weather like in East Hants?

East Hants has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in East Hants?

The job market in East Hants faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $912. There are 710 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 22.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Hants?

The median home value in East Hants is $274,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 81.3%.

How are the schools in East Hants?

11.6% of adults in East Hants hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in East Hants?

The average commute in East Hants is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Hants?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Hants is 97.5% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1% Asian. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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