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Flower's Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Flower's Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 272. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
272 Population 104/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

How Flower's Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population272
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female38% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty18.4%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$752
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Flower's Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flower's Cove receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Flower's Cove has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flower's Cove is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flower's Cove is $80,000, 72% 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 1.2x 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

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Flower's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Flower's Cove has a population of 272 with a density of 104 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 60% female and 38.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents.

Population

272
Total Population
2021 Census
104
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Flower's Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Flower's Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flower's Cove is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Flower's Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Flower's Cove is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 120 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units120

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, Flower's Cove receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Flower's Cove 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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Flower's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates51.3003°N, 56.7410°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.48"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.9 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.4 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.7 in

Flower's Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 12°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.5").

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7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Flower's Cove

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBS-FM 89.9 & 93.1 Blanc Sablon, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Flower's Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
50 Centuries Interpretation Centre
Point Amour Lighthouse

Gas Stations in Flower's Cove

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Airports Near Flower's Cove

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon AirportYBXMedium Airport
St. Anthony AirportYAYMedium Airport
English Point AirportSmall Airport
Port au Choix AirportSmall Airport
Red Bay AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flower's Cove

What is the population of Flower's Cove?

Flower's Cove has a population of 272 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 60% female and 38.2% male.

Is Flower's Cove expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Flower's Cove safe?

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

What is the weather like in Flower's Cove?

Flower's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Flower's Cove?

The job market in Flower's Cove faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Flower's Cove?

The median home value in Flower's Cove is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

How are the schools in Flower's Cove?

7.9% of adults in Flower's Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Flower's Cove?

The average commute in Flower's Cove is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Flower's Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Flower's Cove is 100% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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