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Five Rivers, NB

New Brunswick

Five Rivers is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 3,400. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,400 Population 1,399/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,400
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,399/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,360
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Five Rivers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Five Rivers receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Five Rivers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Five Rivers is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Five Rivers 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 2.3x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Five Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°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 20.6 inches of snow.

Five Rivers has a population of 3,400 with a density of 1,399 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

3,400
Total Population
1,399
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Five Rivers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Five Rivers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Five Rivers is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 105 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Five Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Five Rivers is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,360 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, 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 Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,360

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, Five Rivers receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Five Rivers 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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Five Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°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 20.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,399/sq mi
Coordinates46.5568°N, 64.9046°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 20.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.49"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 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 M4.0 140 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 138 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 138 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 137 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 108 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 135 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 138 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 127 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 136 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 138 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 103 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 94 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 93 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 138 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 90 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 130 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 132 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 84 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 103 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 176 km
2003 Juan Category 2 105 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 4.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 4.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.8 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 4.3 in

Five Rivers has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (3.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,399/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Five Rivers

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJMO-FM 103.1 "Q103" - Moncton, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 132 kbps
103.9 MAX FM - Moncton's Greatest Hits classic rock, easy listening MP3 64 kbps
CFBO "Plus 90.7" Dieppe, NB hot adult contemporary, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Moncton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKNI 91.9 "The Bend" Moncton, NB adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Nouveau-Brinswick news, talk AAC 48 kbps
CJXL "New Country 96.9" Moncton, NB country, rebranding AAC 145 kbps
ICI Première Nouveau-Brunswick information, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJSE 89.5 "Country 89" Shediac, NB francophone country, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Five Rivers

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque publique de Saint-Antoine0.0
Gérald Leblanc Public Library0.0
Richibucto Public LIbrary0.0

Airports Near Five Rivers

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Five Rivers

What is the population of Five Rivers?

Five Rivers has a population of 3,400 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 1,399 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Five Rivers expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Five Rivers safe?

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

What is the weather like in Five Rivers?

Five Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°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 20.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Five Rivers?

The unemployment rate in Five Rivers is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 105 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Five Rivers?

The median home value in Five Rivers is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Five Rivers?

32.9% of adults in Five Rivers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Five Rivers?

The average commute in Five Rivers is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Five Rivers?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Five Rivers is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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