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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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
272 Population 104/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Flower's Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flower's Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Flower's Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Flower's Cove has a population of 272 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

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 Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.8%

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. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Flower's Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

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

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Flower's Cove, 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: Flower's Cove 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

Flower's Cove has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall19.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 21.3 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 43.4 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 49.6 mi Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 97.6 mi
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