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Kenmount Terrace, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Kenmount Terrace is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 3,500. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,500 Population 580/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 230 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 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
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 $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
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,500
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
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
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,400
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Kenmount Terrace a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenmount Terrace receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kenmount Terrace offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenmount Terrace 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 Kenmount Terrace 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.

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

Kenmount Terrace has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches, including 26.1 inches of snow.

Kenmount Terrace has a population of 3,500 with a density of 580 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 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 (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

3,500
Total Population
580
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenmount Terrace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Kenmount Terrace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenmount Terrace is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 108 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kenmount Terrace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)108

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Kenmount Terrace is $161,864, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,400 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,400

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, Kenmount Terrace receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kenmount Terrace 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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Kenmount Terrace has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density580/sq mi
Coordinates47.5502°N, 52.7908°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.6"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 26.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 149 km
2021 Larry Category 1 139 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 151 km
2010 Igor Category 1 110 km
1982 Debby Category 2 159 km
1980 Georges Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 5.6 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 5.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.8 in
May 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.8 in

Kenmount Terrace has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (3.5").

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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). 78.2% 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 Density580/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Kenmount Terrace

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOCM-AM 590 St. John's, NL AAC+ 57 kbps
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
CBC Radio One - St. John's, NL (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJYQ "New Country 930" St. John's, NL country AAC 130 kbps
VOAR 96.7 "Lighthouse FM" St. John's, NL christian MP3 128 kbps
CKIX-FM "Hot 99.1" St. John's, NL contemporary hit radio, new format rebranding AAC 130 kbps
CHOZ-FM 94.7 "OZ FM" St. John's, NL hot adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kenmount Terrace

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothecary Hall
Apothecary Hall
Bell Island #2 Mine and Community Museum
Blackhead One Room Church and School Museum
Cabot Tower
Cape Spear Lighthouse Museum
James J. O'Mara Pharmacy Museum
Manuel's River Interpretation Center
Newman Wine Vaults
Petty Harbour Museum
Signal Hill Park Interpretation Centre
The Rooms

Libraries in Kenmount Terrace

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A.C. Hunter Public Library0.0
Marjorie Mews Public Library0.0
Michael Donovan Public Library0.0
Mount Pearl Public Library0.0
Queen Elizabeth II Library0.0
Torbay Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kenmount Terrace

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lester's Farm Market
St. John's Farmer's Market

Hotels in Kenmount Terrace

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fairfield Inn
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
The Capital Hotel

Cafes in Kenmount Terrace

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Clinics in Kenmount Terrace

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ProActive Wellness Centre

Dentists in Kenmount Terrace

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allan Hynes

Gas Stations in Kenmount Terrace

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Orange Store

Banks in Kenmount Terrace

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank
TD

Breweries in Kenmount Terrace

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Kenmount Terrace

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kenmount Terrace

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kenmount Terrace

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
FedEx

Treatment Centers in Kenmount Terrace

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kenmount Terrace

What is the population of Kenmount Terrace?

Kenmount Terrace has a population of 3,500 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 580 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 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 Kenmount Terrace expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,864 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kenmount Terrace safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kenmount Terrace?

Kenmount Terrace has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches, with 26.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kenmount Terrace?

The unemployment rate in Kenmount Terrace is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 108 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kenmount Terrace?

The median home value in Kenmount Terrace is $161,864. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Kenmount Terrace?

32.9% of adults in Kenmount Terrace 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 Kenmount Terrace?

The average commute in Kenmount Terrace is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kenmount Terrace?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kenmount Terrace is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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