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Leading Tickles, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Leading Tickles is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 296. Residents earn $58,800 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
296 Population 29/sq mi density
$58,800 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$58,800 median income, 32.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,800
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.5%
803% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population296
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,800
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment32.5%
Poverty16.5%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Leading Tickles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leading Tickles receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leading Tickles has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leading Tickles is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 32.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leading Tickles 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 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Leading Tickles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Leading Tickles has a population of 296 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

296
Total Population
2021 Census
29
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Leading Tickles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leading Tickles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leading Tickles is $58,800, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 32.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Leading Tickles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.5%
803% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Leading Tickles is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

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 Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units155

Property Tax

In Leading Tickles, 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: Leading Tickles 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

Leading Tickles has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall19.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.6 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates49.4841°N, 55.4218°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Nearby Cities

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