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Elliston, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Elliston is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 315. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
315 Population 81/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $31,900 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 37.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 37.1%
931% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population315
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$31,900
Unemployment37.1%
Poverty19.5%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+33.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Elliston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elliston receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elliston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elliston is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 37.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elliston is $100,000, 65% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Elliston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Elliston has a population of 315 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

315
Total Population
2021 Census
81
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elliston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.6%

Social Characteristics

Elliston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elliston is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 37.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Elliston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment37.1%
931% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elliston is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Elliston, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elliston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Elliston has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates48.6332°N, 53.0480°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
83% below US avg
High School+33.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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