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Mount Stewart, PE

Prince Edward Island

Mount Stewart is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 226. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 385/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$186,000 Home Value
$596 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $596/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $186,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty12.4%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$596
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units115

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+5.3%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mount Stewart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Stewart receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 Stewart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Stewart is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Stewart is $186,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mount Stewart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mount Stewart has a population of 226 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

226
Total Population
2021 Census
385
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Stewart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.4%

Social Characteristics

Mount Stewart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Stewart is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Mount Stewart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Stewart is $186,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%
Renter-Occupied34.8%
Housing Units115

Property Tax

In Mount Stewart, 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 Stewart 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 Stewart has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates46.3668°N, 62.8654°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Nearby Cities

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