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Hare Bay, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Hare Bay is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 925. Residents earn $50,800 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
925 Population 70/sq mi density
$50,800 Median Income $31,200 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$765 Median Rent 12.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$50,800 median income, 35.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $765/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,800
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.2%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 35.4%
883% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.2%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population925
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,800
Per Capita$31,200
Unemployment35.4%
Poverty29.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$765
Ownership88.9%
Housing Units405
Rent Burden12.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.2%
High School+32.1%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Hare Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hare Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Hare Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hare Bay is $50,800, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 35.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hare Bay is $140,000, 50% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hare Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Hare Bay has a population of 925 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents.

Population

925
Total Population
2021 Census
70
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
13.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hare Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hare Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hare Bay is $50,800, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $600, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 35.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 29 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 13.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Hare Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,800
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,200
Avg Weekly Wage$600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment35.4%
883% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.2%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hare Bay is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 88.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 405 total housing units in the city. 12.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden12.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.9%
Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied9.9%
Housing Units405

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, Hare Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hare Bay 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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Hare Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°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 41.2 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area13.2 sq mi (34.1 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates48.8499°N, 54.0148°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 53 km
2010 Igor Category 1 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 3.6 in

Hare Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 18°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (3.0").

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1.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 96% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.2%
96% below US avg
High School+32.1%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area13.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Radio Stations near Hare Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hare Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gloverton Museum

Gas Stations in Hare Bay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Davis Motors

Airports Near Hare Bay

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gander International AirportYQXMedium Airport
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hare Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hare Bay

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Pentecostal Church
Salvation Army
United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hare Bay

What is the population of Hare Bay?

Hare Bay has a population of 925 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Hare Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,800, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hare Bay safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hare Bay?

Hare Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hare Bay?

The job market in Hare Bay faces challenges, with unemployment at 35.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $600. There are 29 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 13.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hare Bay?

The median home value in Hare Bay is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $765. The homeownership rate is 88.9%.

How are the schools in Hare Bay?

1.2% of adults in Hare Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hare Bay?

The average commute in Hare Bay is 26 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hare Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hare Bay is 98.9% White. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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