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Gladstone, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Gladstone is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 486. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
486 Population 3/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $38,600 per capita
$129,000 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,000 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population486
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female53% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$38,600
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty17.2%
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,000
Rent$666
Ownership95.0%
Housing Units200
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+30.9%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute35 min

Is Gladstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gladstone receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, long commute times. Gladstone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gladstone is $66,000, 12% 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 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gladstone is $129,000, 54% 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 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

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gladstone 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. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow.

Gladstone has a population of 486 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 139.8 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.9% of residents.

Population

486
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
139.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gladstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Gladstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gladstone is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,600. The average weekly wage is $742, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gladstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,600
Avg Weekly Wage$742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gladstone is $129,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 95.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 200 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.0%
Owner-Occupied95.0%
Renter-Occupied7.5%
Housing Units200

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, Gladstone receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gladstone 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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Gladstone 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 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 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 381 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area139.8 sq mi (362.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates45.6294°N, 66.7188°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 20.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 65 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 121 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 123 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 120 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 112 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 85 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 43 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 112 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 49 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 121 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 121 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 100 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 134 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 63 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 116 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 127 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 148 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 50 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 127 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 106 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 1 229 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 208 km
2003 Juan Category 2 230 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.6 in Wettest
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.5 in

Gladstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (3.0").

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2.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+30.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area139.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Radio Stations near Gladstone

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Gladstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Currie House Museum

Libraries in Gladstone

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Oromocto Public Library0.0

Breweries in Gladstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Union Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Gladstone

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gladstone

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Gillespie Field-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gladstone

What is the population of Gladstone?

Gladstone has a population of 486 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 139.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.9% female and 53.1% male.

Is Gladstone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,000 (54% 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 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gladstone safe?

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

What is the weather like in Gladstone?

Gladstone 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 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 20.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gladstone?

The unemployment rate in Gladstone is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $742. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 11.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gladstone?

The median home value in Gladstone is $129,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 95.0%.

How are the schools in Gladstone?

2.5% of adults in Gladstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Gladstone?

The average commute in Gladstone is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gladstone?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gladstone is 96.9% White. 93.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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