Lewisporte, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Lewisporte is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 3,288. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,288 Population 237/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $42,040 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 19.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
428% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,288
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density237/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$42,040
Unemployment19.0%
Poverty19.2%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,430
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A
Elevation46 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+29.5%
Graduate+3.5%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Lewisporte a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lewisporte is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lewisporte is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school.

Lewisporte has a population of 3,288 with a density of 237 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

3,288
Total Population
2021 Census
237
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
13.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewisporte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg
Other Languages1.1%

Social Characteristics

Lewisporte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewisporte is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lewisporte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
428% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lewisporte is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units1,430

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Lewisporte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Lewisporte vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (36.0 km²)
Population Density237/sq mi
Coordinates49.2434°N, 55.0620°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+29.5%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density237/sq mi
Total Area13.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home9.9%

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