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Middle Arm, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Middle Arm is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 443. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
443 Population 46/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $35,800 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 12.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 34.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 34.8%
867% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$35,800
Unemployment34.8%
Poverty24.0%
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$752
Ownership89.7%
Housing Units195
Rent Burden12.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+36.6%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute41 min

Is Middle Arm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Arm receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, long commute times. Middle Arm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Arm is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 34.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Arm is $120,000, 57% 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 1.7x 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

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Middle Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow.

Middle Arm has a population of 443 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents.

Population

443
Total Population
2021 Census
46
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Arm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Middle Arm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Arm is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,800. The average weekly wage is $688, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 34.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 14.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Middle Arm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,800
Avg Weekly Wage$688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment34.8%
867% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Arm is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 89.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 195 total housing units in the city. 12.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden12.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.7%
Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied7.7%
Housing Units195

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, Middle Arm receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Middle Arm 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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Middle Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 21.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.1°F
31% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.9 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates49.7042°N, 56.1065°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 21.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.53"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.91"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 227 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.6 in
February 15°F (-10°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 33°F (0°C) 3.0 in
May 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 32°F (0°C) 4.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.9 in

Middle Arm has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 15°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (2.9").

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3.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+36.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Museums in Middle Arm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
H.C. Grant Heritage Center
Harvey Grant Heritage Centre

Libraries in Middle Arm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Springdale Public Library0.0

Airports Near Middle Arm

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exploits Valley Botwood AirportSmall Airport
Springdale AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Middle Arm

What is the population of Middle Arm?

Middle Arm has a population of 443 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 48.3% male.

Is Middle Arm expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,500, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% 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 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Middle Arm safe?

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

What is the weather like in Middle Arm?

Middle Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 21.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Middle Arm?

The job market in Middle Arm faces challenges, with unemployment at 34.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $688. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 41 minutes, and 14.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Middle Arm?

The median home value in Middle Arm is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 89.7%.

How are the schools in Middle Arm?

3.7% of adults in Middle Arm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Middle Arm?

The average commute in Middle Arm is 41 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Middle Arm?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Middle Arm is 100% White. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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