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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.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /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
2.8 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units155
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
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

Is Leading Tickles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leading Tickles 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, 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.

Safety & Crime

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

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.

Leading Tickles has a population of 296 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

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 Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
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. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 32.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Leading Tickles vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.5%
803% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 155 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, 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 Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units155

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, Leading Tickles receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Leading Tickles 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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Leading Tickles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.21"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.68"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.6 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 3.7 in

Leading Tickles has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 17°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.7").

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3.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Museums in Leading Tickles

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Triton Sperm Whale Pavilion

Airports Near Leading Tickles

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exploits Valley Botwood Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leading Tickles

What is the population of Leading Tickles?

Leading Tickles has a population of 296 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Leading Tickles expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,800, 22% 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 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Leading Tickles safe?

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

What is the weather like in Leading Tickles?

Leading Tickles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Leading Tickles?

The job market in Leading Tickles faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Leading Tickles?

The median home value in Leading Tickles is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

How are the schools in Leading Tickles?

3.1% of adults in Leading Tickles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Leading Tickles?

The average commute in Leading Tickles is 26 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Leading Tickles?

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

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