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Mount Moriah, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Mount Moriah is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 700. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
700 Population 116/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $40,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 5.4% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 18.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.1%
403% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$40,000
Unemployment18.1%
Poverty12.8%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden5.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+34.1%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mount Moriah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Moriah receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Mount Moriah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Moriah is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 18.1%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Moriah is $200,000, 29% 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 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mount Moriah 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mount Moriah has a population of 700 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

700
Total Population
2021 Census
116
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Moriah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.4%

Social Characteristics

Mount Moriah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Moriah is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Mount Moriah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.1%
403% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Moriah is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden5.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Mount Moriah, 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: Mount Moriah 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

Mount Moriah has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.1 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.1 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall26.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates48.9667°N, 58.0317°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+34.1%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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