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Eel Ground, NB

New Brunswick

Eel Ground is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 545. Residents earn $49,200 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
545 Population 130/sq mi density
$49,200 Median Income $31,100 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$49,200 median income, 22.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,200
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.4%
522% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.8%
165% higher than US avg

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

People

Population545
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,200
Per Capita$31,100
Unemployment22.4%
Poverty32.8%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership19.6%
Housing Units230
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Eel Ground a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eel Ground receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Eel Ground has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eel Ground is $49,200, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eel Ground 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 3x 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

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Eel Ground has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 17.9 inches of snow.

Eel Ground has a population of 545 with a density of 130 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.9% of residents.

Population

545
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eel Ground vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
86% below US avg
Other Languages 19.3%

Social Characteristics

Eel Ground vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eel Ground is $49,200, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $598, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 22.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Eel Ground vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,200
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,100
Avg Weekly Wage$598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.4%
522% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.8%
165% above US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Eel Ground is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 19.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 230 total housing units in the city. 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

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
Rent Burden31.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership19.6%
Owner-Occupied19.6%
Renter-Occupied4.4%
Housing Units230

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, Eel Ground receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Eel Ground 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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Eel Ground has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 17.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates46.9654°N, 65.6288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 17.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 75 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 74 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 74 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 72 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 112 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 66 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 145 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 74 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 119 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 72 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 56 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 74 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 64 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 70 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 22 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 74 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 56 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 59 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 66 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 248 km
2003 Juan Category 2 176 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 3.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in

Eel Ground has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Schools in Eel Ground

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eel Ground School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Eel Ground

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHHI-FM "Rewind 95.9" Miramichi, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 131 kbps

Libraries in Eel Ground

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chatham Public Library0.0
Newcastle Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Eel Ground

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Water Street Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Eel Ground

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Shell

Airports Near Eel Ground

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Sevogle Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Eel Ground

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chatham AA Hall

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eel Ground

What is the population of Eel Ground?

Eel Ground has a population of 545 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Eel Ground expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,200, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Eel Ground safe?

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

What is the weather like in Eel Ground?

Eel Ground has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 17.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Eel Ground?

The job market in Eel Ground faces challenges, with unemployment at 22.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $598. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Eel Ground?

The median home value in Eel Ground is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 19.6%.

How are the schools in Eel Ground?

5.6% of adults in Eel Ground hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Eel Ground?

The average commute in Eel Ground is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Eel Ground?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Eel Ground is 98.2% White, 1.8% Asian. 78.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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