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Mary's Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Mary's Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 312. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
312 Population 24/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $48,000 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 40.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 40.6%
1028% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$48,000
Unemployment40.6%
Poverty7.6%
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute8 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mary's Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mary's Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mary's Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mary's Harbour is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 40.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mary's Harbour is $75,000, 73% 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 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mary's Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 18.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mary's Harbour has a population of 312 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

312
Total Population
2021 Census
24
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
13.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mary's Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages3.2%

Social Characteristics

Mary's Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mary's Harbour is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 40.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Mary's Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.6%
1028% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.2 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mary's Harbour is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units125

Property Tax

In Mary's Harbour, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mary's Harbour vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Mary's Harbour has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average33.8°F
37% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall18.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area13.2 sq mi (34.2 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates52.3055°N, 55.8370°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area13.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.2 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Nearby Cities

St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 65.4 mi Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 84.9 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 98.3 mi
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