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Makkovik, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Makkovik is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 365. Residents earn $79,500 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 320/sq mi density
$79,500 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$69,500 Home Value
$556 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 267 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
$79,500 median income, 27.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,500 home value, $556/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,500
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $69,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.3%
658% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,500
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment27.3%
Poverty14.0%
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,500
Rent$556
Ownership82.1%
Housing Units140
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min

Is Makkovik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Makkovik receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Makkovik offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Makkovik is $79,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Makkovik is $69,500, 75% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x 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

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Makkovik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Makkovik has a population of 365 with a density of 320 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents.

Population

365
Total Population
2021 Census
320
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Makkovik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Makkovik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Makkovik is $79,500, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $900, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Makkovik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,500
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800
Avg Weekly Wage$900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.3%
658% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.1 min
Drive Alone36.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Makkovik is $69,500, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 82.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 140 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 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,500
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.1%
Owner-Occupied82.1%
Renter-Occupied21.4%
Housing Units140

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, Makkovik receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Makkovik 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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Makkovik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average28.8°F
47% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates55.0867°N, 59.1776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Goose_Bay

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"
Driest Month (May) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 3, 2020.

Feb 3, 2020 158 km N of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada M4.3 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 3°F (-16°C) 3.0 in
March 12°F (-11°C) 2.9 in
April 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
May 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
July 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Warmest
September 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
October 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 3.2 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 3.2 in

Makkovik has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 2°F in January to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (2.1").

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7.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 36.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.1 min
Drive Alone36.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Museums in Makkovik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
White Elefant Museum

Hotels in Makkovik

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Makkovik

Gas Stations in Makkovik

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woodward's Oil

Airports Near Makkovik

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makkovik AirportYMNSmall Airport
Postville AirportYSOSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Makkovik

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Moravian Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Makkovik

What is the population of Makkovik?

Makkovik has a population of 365 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 320 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 48% female and 52.1% male.

Is Makkovik expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,500, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $69,500 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Makkovik safe?

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

What is the weather like in Makkovik?

Makkovik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Makkovik?

The job market in Makkovik faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Makkovik?

The median home value in Makkovik is $69,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $556. The homeownership rate is 82.1%.

How are the schools in Makkovik?

7.0% of adults in Makkovik hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Makkovik?

The average commute in Makkovik is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 36.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Makkovik?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Makkovik is 100% White. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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