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Île-de-Lamèque, NB

New Brunswick

Île-de-Lamèque is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 5,627. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,627 Population 21/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 247 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 Île-de-Lamèque Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,627
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density21/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 Units2,251
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Île-de-Lamèque a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Île-de-Lamèque 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. Île-de-Lamèque offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Île-de-Lamèque 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 Île-de-Lamèque 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

Île-de-Lamèque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 70.3 inches of snow.

Île-de-Lamèque has a population of 5,627 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 264.3 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

5,627
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
264.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Île-de-Lamèque 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

Île-de-Lamèque vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Île-de-Lamèque 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 174 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Île-de-Lamèque 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)174

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 Île-de-Lamèque 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 2,251 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 Units2,251

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, Île-de-Lamèque receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Île-de-Lamèque 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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Île-de-Lamèque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 70.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area264.3 sq mi (684.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates47.8466°N, 64.5961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.7"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 70.3"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 125 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 129 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 144 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 128 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 145 km
Aug 2, 2010 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 86 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 139 km
Jul 8, 2022 49 km WNW of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 282 km
2003 Juan Category 1 214 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 4.0 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 3.3 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.4 in Wettest
November 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 4.3 in

Île-de-Lamèque has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 14°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.0").

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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 Density21/sq mi
Total Area264.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Colleges & Universities in Île-de-Lamèque

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
CCNB Campus de Shippagan - - - - -
Institut de recherche sur les zones côtières - - - - -

Libraries in Île-de-Lamèque

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lamèque Public Library0.0
Laval Goupil Public Library0.0

Airports Near Île-de-Lamèque

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Du Rocher-Percé (Pabok) Airport-Small Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Île-de-Lamèque

What is the population of Île-de-Lamèque?

Île-de-Lamèque has a population of 5,627 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 264.3 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 Île-de-Lamèque 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 Île-de-Lamèque safe?

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

What is the weather like in Île-de-Lamèque?

Île-de-Lamèque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches, with 70.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Île-de-Lamèque?

The unemployment rate in Île-de-Lamèque 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 174 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 Île-de-Lamèque?

The median home value in Île-de-Lamèque is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Île-de-Lamèque?

32.9% of adults in Île-de-Lamèque 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 Île-de-Lamèque?

The average commute in Île-de-Lamèque is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Île-de-Lamèque?

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

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