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Lewin's Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Lewin's Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 546. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
546 Population 224/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $48,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 10.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 230 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

How Lewin's Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population546
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$48,200
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty13.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$752
Ownership85.7%
Housing Units245
Rent Burden10.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+21.2%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Lewin's Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewin's Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lewin's Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewin's Cove is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewin's Cove is $200,000, 29% 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 2.6x 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lewin's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Lewin's Cove has a population of 546 with a density of 224 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents.

Population

546
Total Population
2021 Census
224
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewin's Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Lewin's Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewin's Cove is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $927, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lewin's Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,200
Avg Weekly Wage$927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewin's Cove is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 85.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 245 total housing units in the city. 10.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden10.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.7%
Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied12.2%
Housing Units245

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, Lewin's Cove receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lewin's Cove 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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Lewin's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates47.0832°N, 55.2150°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.3"
53% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.94"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.86"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 213 km
2021 Larry Category 1 26 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 223 km
2010 Igor Category 1 162 km
2009 Bill Category 1 223 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 261 km
2001 Erin Category 1 265 km
2000 Michael Category 1 187 km
1982 Debby Category 2 238 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 5.1 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 4.9 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
August 62°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 5.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 5.2 in

Lewin's Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 23°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (3.9").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+21.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Museums in Lewin's Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Reddy Heritage House

Libraries in Lewin's Cove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burin Memorial Library0.0

Airports Near Lewin's Cove

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Winterland AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lewin's Cove

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lewin's Cove United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lewin's Cove

What is the population of Lewin's Cove?

Lewin's Cove has a population of 546 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 224 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Lewin's Cove expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,000, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% 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 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lewin's Cove safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lewin's Cove?

Lewin's Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.3 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lewin's Cove?

The job market in Lewin's Cove faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $927. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lewin's Cove?

The median home value in Lewin's Cove is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 85.7%.

How are the schools in Lewin's Cove?

7.7% of adults in Lewin's Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lewin's Cove?

The average commute in Lewin's Cove is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lewin's Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lewin's Cove is 100% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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