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Eastport, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Eastport is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 527. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
527 Population 74/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $31,900 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 15.1% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 31.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $544/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 31.8%
783% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$31,900
Unemployment31.8%
Poverty17.6%
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$544
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units265
Rent Burden15.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+36.2%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute10 min

Is Eastport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastport receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Eastport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastport is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 31.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastport is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Eastport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 23.4 inches of snow.

Eastport has a population of 527 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents.

Population

527
Total Population
2021 Census
74
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastport is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $613, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 31.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Eastport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,900
Avg Weekly Wage$613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment31.8%
783% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.3 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastport is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 265 total housing units in the city. 15.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden15.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied26.4%
Housing Units265

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, Eastport receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Eastport 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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Eastport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates48.6499°N, 53.7481°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 23.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.65"
Driest Month (May) 3.39"

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 M3.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 288 km
2021 Larry Category 1 37 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 286 km
2010 Igor Category 1 232 km
1982 Debby Category 2 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Driest
June 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 4.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.0 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.3 in

Eastport has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (3.4").

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6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+36.2%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.3 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Eastport

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holy Cross School
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Radio Stations near Eastport

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLN "New Country 97.1" Clarenville, NL country AAC 129 kbps

Museums in Eastport

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Salvage Fisherman's Museum

Hotels in Eastport

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Inn By the Sea
Stay-N-Play Cottages
White Sails Inn and Cabins

Gas Stations in Eastport

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Atlantic

Airports Near Eastport

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Eastport

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Cross Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eastport

What is the population of Eastport?

Eastport has a population of 527 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Eastport expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Eastport safe?

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

What is the weather like in Eastport?

Eastport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 23.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Eastport?

The job market in Eastport faces challenges, with unemployment at 31.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $613. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Eastport?

The median home value in Eastport is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $544. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Eastport?

6.4% of adults in Eastport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Eastport?

The average commute in Eastport is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Eastport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Eastport is 100% White. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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