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Ming's Bight, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Ming's Bight is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 298. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
298 Population 203/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $43,600 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 24.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.0%
567% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$43,600
Unemployment24.0%
Poverty12.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation354 ft (108 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+20.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ming's Bight a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ming's Bight receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ming's Bight offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ming's Bight is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 24.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ming's Bight is $100,000, 65% 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 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ming's Bight 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 45.6 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Ming's Bight has a population of 298 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

298
Total Population
2021 Census
203
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Ming's Bight vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.7%

Social Characteristics

Ming's Bight vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ming's Bight is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ming's Bight vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.0%
567% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ming's Bight is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units130

Property Tax

In Ming's Bight, 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: Ming's Bight 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

Ming's Bight has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates49.9833°N, 56.0482°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+20.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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