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Lourdes, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Lourdes is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 502. Residents earn $46,800 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
502 Population 176/sq mi density
$46,800 Median Income $29,900 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$636 Median Rent 9.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 242 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$46,800 median income, 32.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $636/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $46,800
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.5%
803% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.6%
155% higher than US avg

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

People

Population502
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,800
Per Capita$29,900
Unemployment32.5%
Poverty31.6%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$636
Ownership75.0%
Housing Units220
Rent Burden9.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+23.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Lourdes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lourdes receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Lourdes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lourdes is $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 32.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lourdes is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lourdes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 26.1 inches of snow.

Lourdes has a population of 502 with a density of 176 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

502
Total Population
2021 Census
176
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Lourdes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lourdes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lourdes is $46,800, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $575, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 32.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Lourdes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,800
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,900
Avg Weekly Wage$575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.5%
803% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.6%
155% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lourdes is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below the national average of $1,163). 75.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 220 total housing units in the city. 9.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg
Rent Burden9.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.0%
Owner-Occupied75.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units220

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, Lourdes receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lourdes 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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Lourdes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates48.6500°N, 58.9985°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.6"
36% above US avg
Snowfall 26.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.28"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.11"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bill (2009).

Year Name Category Closest
2009 Bill Category 1 274 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 120 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 5.1 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 24°F (-4°C) 3.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 5.3 in Wettest

Lourdes has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 18°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (3.1").

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5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 70.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+23.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Radio Stations near Lourdes

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Airports Near Lourdes

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stephenville Dymond International AirportYJTMedium Airport

Post Offices in Lourdes

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lourdes Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lourdes

What is the population of Lourdes?

Lourdes has a population of 502 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Lourdes expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lourdes safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lourdes?

Lourdes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches, with 26.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lourdes?

The job market in Lourdes faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $575. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lourdes?

The median home value in Lourdes is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $636. The homeownership rate is 75.0%.

How are the schools in Lourdes?

5.6% of adults in Lourdes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lourdes?

The average commute in Lourdes is 29 minutes. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lourdes?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lourdes is 100% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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