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Hunter River, PE

Prince Edward Island

Hunter River is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 390. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
390 Population 167/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $35,600 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$980 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $980/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female53% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$35,600
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty18.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$980
Ownership66.7%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+42.4%
Graduate+6.1%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Hunter River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hunter River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter River is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hunter River is $220,000, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hunter River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow.

Hunter River has a population of 390 with a density of 167 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.2% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents.

Population

390
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish 2.6%
81% below US avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Hunter River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter River is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,600. The average weekly wage is $685, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 40.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hunter River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,600
Avg Weekly Wage$685

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunter River is $220,000, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below the national average of $1,163). 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 180 total housing units in the city. 18.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied30.6%
Housing Units180

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, Hunter River receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hunter River 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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Hunter River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates46.3550°N, 63.3490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.7"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 96 km
2009 Bill Category 1 227 km
2003 Juan Category 2 53 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 230 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 172 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.7 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Hunter River has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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12.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+42.4%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Schools in Hunter River

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Queens Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Hunter River

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE charlottetown, commercial MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Charlottetown, PE cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
CHLQ-FM "MAX 93.1" Charlottetown, PE mainstream rock, new format rebranding MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Île-du-Prince-Édouard) Charlottetown, PE radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CJCB 1270 Sydney, NS commercial, country MP3 64 kbps
CJRW 102.1 "Spud FM" Summerside, PE adult contemporary, commercial MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Hunter River

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anne of Green Gables Museum
Beaconsfield Historic House
COWS Creamery
Doucet House
Farmers' Bank of Rustico
Green Gables
Lucy M. Montgomery's Cavendish Homestead
Visitors Centre

Libraries in Hunter River

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charlottetown Library Learning Centre0.0
Crapaud Public Library0.0
Robertson Library0.0
Stratford Public Library0.0
Tiny Library (Seasonal)0.0

Farmers Markets in Hunter River

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Charlottetown Farmers Market
Stanley Bridge Centre Farmers Market

Theatres in Hunter River

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harmony House Theatre

Dentists in Hunter River

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hunter River Dental

Gas Stations in Hunter River

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Banks in Hunter River

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Bank of Canada

Breweries in Hunter River

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
PEI Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Hunter River

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hunter River

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Fox Harbour Airport—Small Airport
Trenton Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Hunter River

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hunter River Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hunter River

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Central Queens United Church
Hunter River Presbyterian Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hunter River

What is the population of Hunter River?

Hunter River has a population of 390 residents and is located in Prince Edward Island. The population density is 167 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.2% female and 52.6% male.

Is Hunter River expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hunter River safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hunter River?

Hunter River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hunter River?

Hunter River has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $685. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 40.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hunter River?

The median home value in Hunter River is $220,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $980. The homeownership rate is 66.7%.

How are the schools in Hunter River?

12.1% of adults in Hunter River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hunter River?

The average commute in Hunter River is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 40.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hunter River?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hunter River is 98.7% White. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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