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Meadows, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Meadows is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 404. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
404 Population 274/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $39,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$39,600
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty14.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+36.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Meadows a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadows receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Meadows has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadows is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadows is $150,000, 47% 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 2x 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

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meadows has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches, including 26.1 inches of snow.

Meadows has a population of 404 with a density of 274 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

404
Total Population
2021 Census
274
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadows vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadows vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadows is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,600. The average weekly wage is $762, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Meadows vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,600
Avg Weekly Wage$762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadows is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied11.6%
Housing Units215

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, Meadows receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Meadows 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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Meadows has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 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 230 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates48.9948°N, 58.0478°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 26.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.47"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

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 1 300 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 160 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 5.4 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.3 in
April 32°F (0°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 42°F (5°C) 3.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 5.4 in
November 33°F (0°C) 5.5 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 5.4 in

Meadows has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 16°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and April the driest (2.7").

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4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+36.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Radio Stations near Meadows

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Corner Brook, NL (MP3 Stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Meadows

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ferriss Hodgett Library0.0
Gen Hansen Library0.0

Breweries in Meadows

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bootleg Brew Company

Ski Resorts Near Meadows

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Marble Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near Meadows

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Deer Lake AirportYDFMedium Airport
Stephenville Dymond International AirportYJTMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meadows

What is the population of Meadows?

Meadows has a population of 404 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Meadows expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,500, 2% 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 $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Meadows safe?

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

What is the weather like in Meadows?

Meadows has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches, with 26.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Meadows?

The job market in Meadows faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $762. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meadows?

The median home value in Meadows is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

How are the schools in Meadows?

4.6% of adults in Meadows hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Meadows?

The average commute in Meadows is 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meadows?

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

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