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King's Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

King's Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 75. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
75 Population 9/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 245 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 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
$85,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% 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 King's Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population75
Median Age64.5 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female53% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$752
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units45
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+14.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute37 min

Is King's Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, King's Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times. King's Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in King's Cove 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 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in King's Cove is $85,000, 70% 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 1.3x 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

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

King's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow.

King's Cove has a population of 75 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 64.5 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (92.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents.

Population

75
Total Population
2021 Census
9
People / sq mi
64.5yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

King's Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 6.7%

Social Characteristics

King's Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in King's Cove 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 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: King's Cove 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)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in King's Cove is $85,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 45 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 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units45

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, King's Cove receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: King's Cove 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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King's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.5666°N, 53.3314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.0"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 21.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.39"

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 M3.3 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 262 km
2021 Larry Category 1 26 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 254 km
2010 Igor Category 1 219 km
1982 Debby Category 2 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.9 in

King's Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (3.4").

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21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+14.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in King's Cove

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Mark's School
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Museums in King's Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bonavista Archives
Fish Store
Gerald S. Doyle Memorial Museum
Gerald S. Doyle Memorial Museum
Green Family Forge
Mathew (ship) Replica
Mockbeggar Plantation
Retail Store
Ryan Premises National Historic Site of Canada
Salt Store
Trinity Museum

Libraries in King's Cove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bonavista Memorial Public Library0.0
Bonavista Memorial Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in King's Cove

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Taylor's Service Station

Airports Near King's Cove

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in King's Cove

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Parish
Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Parish

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Frequently Asked Questions About King's Cove

What is the population of King's Cove?

King's Cove has a population of 75 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 64.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 53.3% male.

Is King's Cove expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% 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 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is King's Cove safe?

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

What is the weather like in King's Cove?

King's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches, with 21.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in King's Cove?

The unemployment rate in King's Cove 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 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in King's Cove?

The median home value in King's Cove is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in King's Cove?

21.4% of adults in King's Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in King's Cove?

The average commute in King's Cove is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of King's Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of King's Cove is 92.9% White. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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