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Isle aux Morts, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Isle aux Morts is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 559. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
559 Population 187/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $38,800 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 34.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 34.2%
850% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

How Isle aux Morts Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population559
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$38,800
Unemployment34.2%
Poverty21.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+21.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Isle aux Morts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isle aux Morts receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Isle aux Morts has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Isle aux Morts is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 34.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Isle aux Morts is $80,000, 72% 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 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Isle aux Morts has a population of 559 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

559
Total Population
2021 Census
187
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Isle aux Morts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Isle aux Morts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isle aux Morts is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 34.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Isle aux Morts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment34.2%
850% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit8.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Isle aux Morts is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Renter-Occupied8.3%
Housing Units240

Property Tax

In Isle aux Morts, 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: Isle aux Morts 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

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+21.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit8.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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