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Grand Falls, NB

New Brunswick

Grand Falls is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,077. Residents earn $58,800 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,077 Population 18/sq mi density
$58,800 Median Income $40,520 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$680 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$58,800 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $680/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,800
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,077
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,800
Per Capita$40,520
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty18.7%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$680
Ownership62.5%
Housing Units2,495
Rent Burden15.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+31.9%
Graduate+3.5%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Grand Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Falls 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, below-average incomes. Grand Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Falls is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Falls is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x 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

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grand Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow.

Grand Falls has a population of 1,077 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 61.0 square miles. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.5% Black, 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 18.9% of residents, while 75.7% speak Spanish.

Population

1,077
Total Population
2021 Census
18
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
61.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 18.9%
76% below US avg
Spanish 75.7%
465% above US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Grand Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Falls is $58,800, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,520. The average weekly wage is $779, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 33 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grand Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,520
Avg Weekly Wage$779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Falls is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 62.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,495 total housing units in the city. 15.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.5%
Owner-Occupied62.5%
Renter-Occupied37.5%
Housing Units2,495

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, Grand Falls receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grand Falls 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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Grand Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. The area receives 15.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area61.0 sq mi (158.1 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates47.0461°N, 67.7418°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 15.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 86 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 87 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 74 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 87 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 89 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 56 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 128 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 120 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 87 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 45 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 44 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 89 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 129 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 125 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 87 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 86 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 141 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 141 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 137 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.5 in

Grand Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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9.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+31.9%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area61.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home8.9%

Radio Stations near Grand Falls

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Folk'd Up Radio americana, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSR-FM 97.9 campus radio, college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Country Acadienne country MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Grand Falls

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LIMESTONE-CASWELL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LORING MILITARY HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM2075513439
Grand Falls Museum / Farmer's Market

Libraries in Grand Falls

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ROBERT A. FROST MEMORIAL LIBRARY42 MAIN STREET0.09,308
ABEL J. MORNEAULT MEMORIAL LIBRARY153 MAIN STREET0.06,650
Bibliothèque Dr. Lorne J. Violette0.0
Grand Falls Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Grand Falls

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Falls Museum / Farmer's Market

Ski Resorts Near Grand Falls

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Superfund Sites Near Grand Falls

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LORING AIR FORCE BASE5100 TEXAS ROADAROOSTOOK

Airports Near Grand Falls

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Saint-Léonard AirportYSLMedium Airport
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Boston Brook Airport—Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport—Small Airport
Bristol Airport—Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport—Small Airport
Edmundston Airport—Small Airport
Florenceville Airport—Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Graham Field—Small Airport
Grand Falls Airport—Small Airport
Juniper Airport—Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Mars Hill Airport—Small Airport
Morrill Airpark—Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip—Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Russell Field—Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport—Small Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport—Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Falls

What is the population of Grand Falls?

Grand Falls has a population of 1,077 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 61.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Grand Falls expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Grand Falls safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grand Falls?

Grand Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grand Falls?

The job market in Grand Falls faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $779. There are 33 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 8.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grand Falls?

The median home value in Grand Falls is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $680. The homeownership rate is 62.5%.

How are the schools in Grand Falls?

9.2% of adults in Grand Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grand Falls?

The average commute in Grand Falls is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grand Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grand Falls is 96.7% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian. 18.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 75.7% speak Spanish.

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