Lower Economy, NS
Nova Scotia
Lower Economy is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,111.
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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How Lower Economy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Climate
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 438.4 sq mi (1,135.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4013°N, 63.9859°W |
| Timezone | America/Halifax |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA | Earthquake + Landslide | 7.0 m | 2,000 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 5.1 in |
Lower Economy has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 19°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (3.3").
Radio Stations near Lower Economy
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFTA 107.9 Tantramar FM Amherst, NS | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIJK-FM "Rewind 89.3" - New Minas, NS | classic hits, new format rebranding | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CHMA 106.9 FM Sackville, NB | campus radio, community radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CHMA-FM 106.9 Mount Allison University - Sackville, NB | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Lower Economy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isabel Simpson Heritage Centre | ||||
| Springhill Miners Museum |
Ski Resorts Near Lower Economy
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Martock | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lower Economy
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax / Stanfield International Airport | YHZ | Large Airport |
| Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport | YQM | Medium Airport |
| Debert Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Gore Eco Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Fox Harbour Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Porters Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lower Economy
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Economy Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lower Economy
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Penile United Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Lower Economy
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Lower Economy.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Five islands (canada), NS | 2008 | Object disguises itself as a star |
| Five islands (canada), NS | 2007 | Oval shaped with antenna flying in small circles in day time |
Waterfalls Near Lower Economy
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Lower Economy.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Economy Falls | |
| North River Falls |
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What is the population of Lower Economy?
Lower Economy has a population of 1,111 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 438.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lower Economy?
Lower Economy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.
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