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Hanwell, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Hanwell is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 4,743. Residents earn $106,000 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,743 Population 81/sq mi density
$106,000 Median Income $58,100 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 6.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$106,000 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $830/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $106,000
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,743
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$106,000
Per Capita$58,100
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty6.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,000
Rent$830
Ownership95.3%
Housing Units1,800
Rent Burden6.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+9.7%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Hanwell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanwell is $106,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 41% above $75,149. This places Hanwell among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanwell is $276,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hanwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow.

Hanwell has a population of 4,743 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 58.7 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Black, 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.3% of residents, while 10.3% speak Spanish.

Population

4,743
Total Population
2021 Census
81
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
58.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.3%
7% above US avg
Spanish 10.3%
23% below US avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

Hanwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanwell is $106,000, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,100 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,117, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 147 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 27.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hanwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,000
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,100
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)147

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home27.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanwell is $276,000, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 95.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,800 total housing units in the city. 6.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden6.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.3%
Owner-Occupied95.3%
Renter-Occupied4.7%
Housing Units1,800

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, Hanwell receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hanwell 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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Hanwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area58.7 sq mi (152.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates45.8831°N, 66.7691°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.6"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 19.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 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 M4.0 127 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 125 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 125 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 126 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 130 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 87 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 129 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 113 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 39 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 94 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 122 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 125 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 125 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 67 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 55 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 88 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 129 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 129 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 125 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 79 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 1 250 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 236 km
2003 Juan Category 2 230 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in
December 20°F (-6°C) 4.2 in Wettest

Hanwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 14°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.9").

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23.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
32% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area58.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home27.1%

Radio Stations near Hanwell

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 Hanwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Currie House Museum
Fredericton Region Museum
Kings Landing
New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame
Quartermain Earth Science Centre
School Days Museum
Science East

Libraries in Hanwell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Dre-Marguerite-Michaud0.0
Fredericton Public Library0.0
Harriet Irving Library0.0
I.U.C. Science Library0.0
Nashwaaksis Library0.0
UNB Engineering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hanwell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boyce Farmer's Market
Boyce Farmers Market
Garrison Night Market
The Cultural Market

Gas Stations in Hanwell

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Hanwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Graystone Brewery
The Picaroons Roundhouse

Ski Resorts Near Hanwell

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 Hanwell

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hanwell

What is the population of Hanwell?

Hanwell has a population of 4,743 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 58.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.9% male.

Is Hanwell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $106,000, 41% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,000 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hanwell safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hanwell?

Hanwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hanwell?

The unemployment rate in Hanwell is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,117. There are 147 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 27.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hanwell?

The median home value in Hanwell is $276,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830. The homeownership rate is 95.3%.

How are the schools in Hanwell?

23.1% of adults in Hanwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hanwell?

The average commute in Hanwell is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hanwell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hanwell is 96.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian. 84.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.3% speak Spanish.

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