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Edmundston, NB
New Brunswick
Edmundston is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 16,437. Residents earn $58,400 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Edmundston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Edmundston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edmundston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Edmundston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edmundston is $58,400, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% 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 Edmundston is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Edmundston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 96.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Edmundston vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Edmundston vs U.S. Average
Income: Edmundston vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,400 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,760 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.9% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 510 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $640 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 15.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.6% |
| Housing Units | 7,710 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Edmundston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Area | 41.3 sq mi (106.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 398/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3737°N, 68.3251°W |
| Timezone | America/Moncton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 9°F (-13°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 4.0 in |
Edmundston has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 9°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.5% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 28.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 398/sq mi |
| Total Area | 41.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 15.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
Colleges & Universities in Edmundston
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus d'Edmundston - Université de Moncton | - | - | - | - | - |
| Centre étudiant | - | - | - | - | - |
| Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick | - | - | - | - | - |
| Collège communitaire du Nouveau-Brunswick | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Edmundston
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cité des Jeunes A.-M.-Sormany | - | - | - | - |
| Carrefour de la Jeunesse | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Edmundston
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB | adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB | active rock, community radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Edmundston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASSOCIATION CULTURELLE ET HISTORIQUE DU MONT-CARMEL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2078953339 | $66,506 | |
| GREATER GRAND ISLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HONEY BEE RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 24 GENDREAU RD | ||
| MADAWASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SAINT AGATHE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 534 MAIN STREET | 2075436364 | |
| TANTE BLANCHE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| Automobile Museum | ||||
| Musée historique du Madawaska |
Libraries in Edmundston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MADAWASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 393 EAST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 16,206 | |||
| LONG LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 384 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 3,020 | |||
| Bibliothèque Rhéa-Larose | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmundston Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Edmundston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artisans' Square |
Hotels in Edmundston
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Edmundston
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Edmundston
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Edmundston
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Edmundston
11 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Edmundston
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Edmundston
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Edmundston
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Edmundston
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Edmundston
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Edmundston
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Edmundston
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Edmundston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Brasseurs du Petit-Sault |
Ski Resorts Near Edmundston
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mont Farlagne | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Cell Towers in Edmundston
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 11TH AVE & PELLITIER RD | TOWER | 102 |
Airports Near Edmundston
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caribou Municipal Airport | CAR | Medium Airport |
| Presque Isle International Airport | PQI | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Léonard Airport | YSL | Medium Airport |
| Allen St Peter Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boston Brook Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bresett's Mountainside Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmundston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Kent Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Falls Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loring International Airport | LIZ | Small Airport |
| Morrill Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Murphy Road Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Northern Aroostook Regional Airport | WFK | Small Airport |
| Russell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sunrise Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Edmundston
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post outlet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Edmundston
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception | |
| Église Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs | |
| St. John the Baptist Church | |
| St. Paul's United Church | |
| United Pentecostal Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Edmundston
What is the population of Edmundston?
Edmundston has a population of 16,437 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 398 people per square mile, spread across 41.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
Is Edmundston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $58,400, 22% 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 $640 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Edmundston safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Edmundston receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Edmundston?
Edmundston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 96.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Edmundston?
The unemployment rate in Edmundston is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 510 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Edmundston?
The median home value in Edmundston is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $640. The homeownership rate is 65.3%.
How are the schools in Edmundston?
12.5% of adults in Edmundston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Edmundston?
The average commute in Edmundston is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Edmundston?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Edmundston is 96.1% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 0.7% Asian. 5.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 90.3% speak Spanish.