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L'Anse-au-Loup, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

L'Anse-au-Loup is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 692. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
692 Population 528/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $42,800 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 43.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 43.6%
1111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

How L'Anse-au-Loup Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population692
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density528/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$42,800
Unemployment43.6%
Poverty12.2%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units250
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+35.2%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is L'Anse-au-Loup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, L'Anse-au-Loup receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. L'Anse-au-Loup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in L'Anse-au-Loup is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 43.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in L'Anse-au-Loup is $140,000, 50% 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 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

L'Anse-au-Loup has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

L'Anse-au-Loup has a population of 692 with a density of 528 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

692
Total Population
2021 Census
528
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

L'Anse-au-Loup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

L'Anse-au-Loup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in L'Anse-au-Loup is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 43.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: L'Anse-au-Loup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment43.6%
1111% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in L'Anse-au-Loup is $140,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units250

Property Tax

In L'Anse-au-Loup, 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: L'Anse-au-Loup 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

L'Anse-au-Loup has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average33.6°F
38% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density528/sq mi
Coordinates51.5168°N, 56.8314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+35.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density528/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 17.5 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 37.8 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 54.1 mi
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