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Kingsclear, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Kingsclear is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 518. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
518 Population 354/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $25,900 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 5.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.8%
132% higher than US avg

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

People

Population518
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$25,900
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty28.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership5.0%
Housing Units200
Rent Burden5.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Kingsclear a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingsclear receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kingsclear has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingsclear is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingsclear 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. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kingsclear has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Kingsclear has a population of 518 with a density of 354 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.8% of residents.

Population

518
Total Population
2021 Census
354
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingsclear vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.8%
3% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 18.3%

Social Characteristics

Kingsclear vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingsclear is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $498, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kingsclear vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,900
Avg Weekly Wage$498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.8%
132% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingsclear is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 5.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 200 total housing units in the city. 5.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

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 Burden5.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership5.0%
Owner-Occupied5.0%
Renter-Occupied5.0%
Housing Units200

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, Kingsclear receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kingsclear 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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Kingsclear has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates45.8844°N, 66.9085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.8"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 128 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 126 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 126 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 128 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 121 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 120 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 113 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 88 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 92 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 44 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 119 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 126 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 74 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 127 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 46 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 93 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 126 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 120 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 120 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 258 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 238 km
2003 Juan Category 2 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.0 in

Kingsclear has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.6").

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6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Kingsclear

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Kingsclear

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kings Landing

Ski Resorts Near Kingsclear

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kingsclear

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Bristol Airport-Small Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Florenceville Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Princeton Municipal AirportPNNSmall Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingsclear

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mactaquac Baptist Church
Saint Patrick's Roman Catholic Church
Upper Kingsclear Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kingsclear

What is the population of Kingsclear?

Kingsclear has a population of 518 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 354 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51% male.

Is Kingsclear expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,000, 36% 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 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kingsclear safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kingsclear?

Kingsclear has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kingsclear?

The job market in Kingsclear faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $498. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kingsclear?

The median home value in Kingsclear is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 5.0%.

How are the schools in Kingsclear?

6.4% of adults in Kingsclear hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kingsclear?

The average commute in Kingsclear is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kingsclear?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kingsclear is 100% White. 80.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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