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Heron Bay, NB

New Brunswick

Heron Bay is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 5,536. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,536 Population 57/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 243 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/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 $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,536
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,214
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Heron Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heron Bay 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. Heron Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heron Bay is $65,612, 13% 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 16.5% 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 Heron Bay is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Heron Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow.

Heron Bay has a population of 5,536 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 97.6 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 (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

5,536
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
97.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Heron Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Heron Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heron Bay is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 172 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Heron Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)172

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Heron Bay is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,214 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,214

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, Heron Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Heron 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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Heron Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 86.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area97.6 sq mi (252.9 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates48.0219°N, 66.3960°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 86.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 113 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 113 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 115 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 115 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 113 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 118 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 134 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 115 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 114 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 78 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 115 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 116 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 113 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 87 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 112 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 129 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 119 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 91 km
Jul 3, 2010 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 116 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-6°C) 3.2 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.5 in

Heron Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February 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). 87.6% 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 Density57/sq mi
Total Area97.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Colleges & Universities in Heron Bay

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Cégep de la Gaspésie et des Îles - - - - -

Radio Stations near Heron Bay

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIMS-FM 103.9 Balmoral, NB & 96.7 Dalhousie, NB radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Heron Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée d'histoire naturelle du parc national de Miguasha
Restigouche Regional Museum

Libraries in Heron Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dalhousie Centennial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Heron Bay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Restigouche Farmers' Market

Ski Resorts Near Heron Bay

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Heron Bay

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Heron Bay

What is the population of Heron Bay?

Heron Bay has a population of 5,536 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 97.6 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 Heron Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Heron Bay safe?

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

What is the weather like in Heron Bay?

Heron Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 86.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Heron Bay?

The unemployment rate in Heron Bay is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 172 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Heron Bay?

The median home value in Heron Bay is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Heron Bay?

32.9% of adults in Heron Bay 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 Heron Bay?

The average commute in Heron Bay is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Heron Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Heron Bay is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Eel River Crossing, NB 1,844 pop · 1.3 mi Dalhousie, NB 3,223 pop · 3.1 mi Charlo, NB 1,323 pop · 3.4 mi Balmoral, NB 1,603 pop · 4.1 mi Bois-Joli, NB 3,900 pop · 5.8 mi Nouvelle, QC 1,782 pop · 8.9 mi Campbellton, NB 7,047 pop · 12.8 mi Pointe-à-la-Croix, QC 1,344 pop · 13.2 mi Carleton-sur-Mer, QC 4,081 pop · 13.7 mi Carleton, QC 1,101 pop · 13.9 mi Atholville, NB 3,290 pop · 14.8 mi Lorne, MB 2,904 pop · 16.1 mi Maria, QC 2,760 pop · 21.7 mi New-Richmond, QC 3,683 pop · 26.6 mi
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