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Lepreau, NB

New Brunswick · Saint John Metro

Lepreau is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 803. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
803 Population 10/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $61,700 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$69,500 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population803
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$61,700
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty11.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$666
Ownership93.5%
Housing Units385
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+39.7%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Lepreau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lepreau receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lepreau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lepreau is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lepreau is $170,000, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x 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

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lepreau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow.

Lepreau has a population of 803 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 80.9 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents.

Population

803
Total Population
2021 Census
10
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
80.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lepreau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Lepreau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lepreau is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $61,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,187, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 23.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lepreau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$61,700
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lepreau is $170,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 93.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 385 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 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.5%
Owner-Occupied93.5%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units385

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, Lepreau receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lepreau 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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Lepreau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area80.9 sq mi (209.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates45.1703°N, 66.4675°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 17.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.88"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 1, 2022.

Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 46 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 136 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 138 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 116 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 122 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 27 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 84 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 136 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 136 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 88 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 143 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 36 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 107 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 26 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 106 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 120 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 105 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 123 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 105 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 183 km
2009 Bill Category 1 273 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 154 km
2003 Juan Category 2 227 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 267 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 69 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.7 in

Lepreau has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 16°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (3.2").

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12.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+39.7%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area80.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

Radio Stations near Lepreau

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Saint John, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHWV-FM 97.3 "The Wave" Saint John, NB hot adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
CFBC 930 Saint John, NB country MP3 64 kbps
CFMH-FM "Local 107.3" University of New Brunswick - Saint John, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 320 kbps
CIFA 104.1 FM acadian, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSJ-FM 94.1 "Country 94" Saint John, NB country AAC 128 kbps
CHNI-FM "Q88.9" - Saint John, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 130 kbps
CHQC-FM "C105 FM" - Saint John, NB community radio MP3 192 kbps
CINB-FM "Oldies96" - Saint John, NB community radio, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Lepreau

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Wilsons

Ski Resorts Near Lepreau

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lepreau

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Digby / Annapolis Regional AirportYDGMedium Airport
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lepreau

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Margaret

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Waterfalls
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lepreau

What is the population of Lepreau?

Lepreau has a population of 803 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 80.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Lepreau expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,500, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,000 (40% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lepreau safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lepreau?

Lepreau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches, with 17.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lepreau?

The job market in Lepreau faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,187. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 23.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lepreau?

The median home value in Lepreau is $170,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 93.5%.

How are the schools in Lepreau?

12.8% of adults in Lepreau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lepreau?

The average commute in Lepreau is 29 minutes. 92.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lepreau?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lepreau is 100% White. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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