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Middle Musquodoboit, NS

Nova Scotia · Halifax Metro

Middle Musquodoboit is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 371. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
371 Population 55/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population371
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units148
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Middle Musquodoboit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Musquodoboit receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, an elevated poverty rate. Middle Musquodoboit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Musquodoboit is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Musquodoboit is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Middle Musquodoboit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow.

Middle Musquodoboit has a population of 371 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.4% of residents.

Population

371
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Musquodoboit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg
Other Languages 7.0%

Social Characteristics

Middle Musquodoboit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Musquodoboit is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Middle Musquodoboit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Musquodoboit is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 148 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units148

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 Musquodoboit receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Middle Musquodoboit 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 Musquodoboit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 64°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 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates45.0502°N, 63.1487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 19.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.59"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 50 km
2009 Bill Category 1 89 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 279 km
2003 Juan Category 2 89 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 143 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 58 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 230 km
1989 Dean Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.1 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 4.7 in
April 38°F (4°C) 4.2 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.4 in

Middle Musquodoboit has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.9").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Radio Stations near Middle Musquodoboit

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Halifax, NS (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Music Atlantic (Halifax) MP3 Stream blues, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Halifax local news, public AAC 48 kbps
CKUL-FM "The Breeze 96.5" Halifax, NS new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary AAC 132 kbps
Cat Country 102.9 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 107.3 (US) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 106.3 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
AVR 97.7 - MP3 64 kbps
Surge 105 - AAC 128 kbps
CKVE-FM 88.7 "Cove FM" Halifax, NS community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKHZ-FM "Hot Country 103.5" Halifax, NS country AAC 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouvelle-Écosse, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador) Halifax, NS radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKHY-FM 105.1 "Surge 105" Dartmouth, NS active rock AAC 128 kbps

Libraries in Middle Musquodoboit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Musquodoboit Valley Library Office0.0

Gas Stations in Middle Musquodoboit

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Banks in Middle Musquodoboit

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC

Airports Near Middle Musquodoboit

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halifax / Stanfield International AirportYHZLarge Airport
Centredale Airport-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Porters Lake Airport-Small Airport
Thorburn Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Middle Musquodoboit

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Middle Musquodoboit Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Middle Musquodoboit

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Higginsville United Church
Holy Cross
Middleton United Church
St. Andrew's United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Middle Musquodoboit

What is the population of Middle Musquodoboit?

Middle Musquodoboit has a population of 371 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Middle Musquodoboit expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Middle Musquodoboit safe?

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

What is the weather like in Middle Musquodoboit?

Middle Musquodoboit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Middle Musquodoboit?

The unemployment rate in Middle Musquodoboit is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 16.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Middle Musquodoboit?

The median home value in Middle Musquodoboit is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Middle Musquodoboit?

32.9% of adults in Middle Musquodoboit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Middle Musquodoboit?

The average commute in Middle Musquodoboit is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Middle Musquodoboit?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Middle Musquodoboit is 96.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 89.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish.

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