Gander, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Gander is a small city in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 11,880. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
11,880 Population 295/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $52,700 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$910 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 168 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $910/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,880
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$52,700
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty11.4%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,065
Rent Burden17.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQIN/A
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days168/yr
Elevation456 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+28.0%
Graduate+4.9%

Community

Commute14 min

Is Gander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gander receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gander is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gander is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gander has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 168 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 120.2 inches of snow.

Gander has a population of 11,880 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.5% Asian.

Population

11,880
Total Population
2021 Census
295
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
40.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

Gander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gander is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Gander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gander is $260,000, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%
Renter-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units5,065

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Gander vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Gander has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 168 sunny days per year.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days168 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall120.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area40.4 sq mi (104.5 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates48.9562°N, 54.6165°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+28.0%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area40.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home7.2%

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