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Green Island Brook, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Green Island Brook is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 135. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
135 Population 52/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 260 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 Green Island Brook Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population135
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density52/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 Units54
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Green Island Brook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Island Brook receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Green Island Brook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Island Brook 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 Green Island Brook 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

Green Island Brook has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow.

Green Island Brook has a population of 135 with a density of 52 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 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

135
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Island Brook 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

Green Island Brook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Island Brook 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 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Green Island Brook 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)4

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 Green Island Brook 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 54 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 Units54

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, Green Island Brook receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Green Island Brook 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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Green Island Brook has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates51.3977°N, 56.5280°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 19.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.28"

Air Quality

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1848 FISHING SHIPS HARBOUR, NEWFOUNDLAND Meteorological — — 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.3 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.7 in

Green Island Brook has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 12°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.3").

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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 Density52/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Airports Near Green Island Brook

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon AirportYBXMedium Airport
St. Anthony AirportYAYMedium Airport
English Point Airport—Small Airport
Red Bay Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Green Island Brook

What is the population of Green Island Brook?

Green Island Brook has a population of 135 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 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 Green Island Brook 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 Green Island Brook safe?

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

What is the weather like in Green Island Brook?

Green Island Brook has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Green Island Brook?

The unemployment rate in Green Island Brook 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 4 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 Green Island Brook?

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

How are the schools in Green Island Brook?

32.9% of adults in Green Island Brook 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 Green Island Brook?

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

What are the demographics of Green Island Brook?

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

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 29.1 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 40.2 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 51.1 mi
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