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Francois, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Francois is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 64. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
64 Population 89/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 224 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/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 $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units26
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Francois a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Francois receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Francois offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Francois is $66,531, 11% 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 18.4% 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 Francois is $161,864, 43% 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 2.4x 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

Francois has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow.

Francois has a population of 64 with a density of 89 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 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 (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

64
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Francois vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Francois vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Francois 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 5.1% (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 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Francois 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Francois is $161,864, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 26 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 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units26

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, Francois receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Francois 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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Francois has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates47.5683°N, 56.7417°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.7"
62% above US avg
Snowfall 32.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.14"
Driest Month (May) 4.45"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 153 km
2010 Igor Category 1 289 km
2009 Bill Category 1 166 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 139 km
2000 Michael Category 1 158 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 5.6 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 4.8 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 5.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 5.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 4.5 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
August 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 5.8 in
November 35°F (2°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 26°F (-3°C) 5.8 in

Francois has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 19°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (4.5").

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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). 78.2% 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 Density89/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Radio Stations near Francois

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Francois

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Francois Museum

Airports Near Francois

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Miquelon AirportMQCSmall Airport

Post Offices in Francois

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Francois Post office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Francois

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St. Simon & St. Jude

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Frequently Asked Questions About Francois

What is the population of Francois?

Francois has a population of 64 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 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 Francois expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,864 (43% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Francois safe?

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

What is the weather like in Francois?

Francois has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches, with 32.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Francois?

The unemployment rate in Francois is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Francois?

The median home value in Francois is $161,864. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Francois?

32.9% of adults in Francois 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 Francois?

The average commute in Francois is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Francois?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Francois is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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