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Lamaline, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Lamaline is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 218. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
218 Population 7/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$40,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 234 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 32.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,000
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.0%
789% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment32.0%
Poverty18.4%
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,000
Rent$752
Ownership95.7%
Housing Units115
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation-7 ft (-2 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+27.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute40 min

Is Lamaline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lamaline receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, long commute times. Lamaline has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lamaline is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 32.0%, unemployment is notably high. 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 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lamaline is $40,000, 86% 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 0.6x 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lamaline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow.

Lamaline has a population of 218 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 30.8 square miles. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

218
Total Population
2021 Census
7
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
30.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lamaline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lamaline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lamaline 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 32.0% (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 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 13.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Lamaline 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

Unemployment32.0%
789% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.1 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lamaline is $40,000, 86% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 95.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 115 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 0.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,000
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.7%
Owner-Occupied95.7%
Renter-Occupied4.4%
Housing Units115

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, Lamaline receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lamaline 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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Lamaline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of -7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-7 ft (-2 m)
Area30.8 sq mi (79.7 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates46.8667°N, 55.8151°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.4"
48% above US avg
Snowfall 19.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.74"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 233 km
2021 Larry Category 1 71 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 257 km
2010 Igor Category 1 202 km
2009 Bill Category 1 171 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 226 km
2001 Erin Category 1 246 km
2000 Michael Category 1 136 km
1982 Debby Category 2 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 5.0 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 4.6 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.4 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 30°F (-1°C) 5.2 in

Lamaline has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 24°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (3.7").

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4.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+27.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area30.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.1 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Radio Stations near Lamaline

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La 1ere Saint Pierre et Miquelon (975) (PM) public radio MP3 128 kbps
Archipel FM SPM (975) 103.3 (PM) public radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Lamaline

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fortune Head Geology Centre
Provincial Seamen's Museum

Libraries in Lamaline

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grand Bank Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Lamaline

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wilsons

Airports Near Lamaline

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Pierre Pointe-Blanche AirportFSPMedium Airport
Miquelon AirportMQCSmall Airport
Winterland AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lamaline

What is the population of Lamaline?

Lamaline has a population of 218 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 30.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Lamaline expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $40,000 (86% 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 0.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lamaline safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lamaline?

Lamaline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lamaline?

The job market in Lamaline faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 40 minutes, and 13.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lamaline?

The median home value in Lamaline is $40,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 95.7%.

How are the schools in Lamaline?

4.7% of adults in Lamaline hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lamaline?

The average commute in Lamaline is 40 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lamaline?

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

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