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Heart's Content, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Heart's Content is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 330. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
330 Population 14/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $38,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 21.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.1%
486% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

How Heart's Content Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population330
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$38,800
Unemployment21.1%
Poverty17.5%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden14.7%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+37.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute38 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Heart's Content a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heart's Content receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Heart's Content offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heart's Content is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Heart's Content is $150,000, 47% 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 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Heart's Content has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 22.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Heart's Content has a population of 330 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

330
Total Population
2021 Census
14
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
24.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Heart's Content vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.5%

Social Characteristics

Heart's Content vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heart's Content is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Heart's Content vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.1%
486% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Heart's Content is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Heart's Content, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Heart's Content vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Heart's Content has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.7 inches. The area enjoys 239 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.7 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall22.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area24.3 sq mi (62.9 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates47.8832°N, 53.3648°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+37.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area24.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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