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Keels, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Keels is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 46. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
46 Population 18/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Keels a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keels receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Keels offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keels is $66,531, 11% 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 18.4% 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 Keels is $161,864, 43% 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 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Keels has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Keels has a population of 46 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

46
Total Population
2021 Census
18
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Keels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Keels vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keels is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Keels vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Keels is $161,864, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units50

Property Tax

In Keels, 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: Keels 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

Keels has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates48.5999°N, 53.3981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

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