Choose Country

Murray Harbour, PE

Prince Edward Island

Murray Harbour is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 628. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
628 Population 38/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $45,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 9.4% income on rent
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

How Murray Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population628
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$45,800
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty15.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units275
Rent Burden9.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+36.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Murray Harbour a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murray Harbour is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Murray Harbour is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Murray Harbour has a population of 628 with a density of 38 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 (100%).

Population

628
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
16.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Murray Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages4.8%

Social Characteristics

Murray Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murray Harbour is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Murray Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Murray Harbour is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% 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$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden9.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.4%
Renter-Occupied3.6%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

In Murray Harbour, 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: Murray Harbour 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

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+36.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area16.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Nearby Cities

Three Rivers, PE 7,883 pop · 12.7 mi Montague, ON 3,914 pop · 12.8 mi Belfast, PE 1,687 pop · 18.1 mi Vernon River, PE 2,499 pop · 20.4 mi Pictou, NS 3,107 pop · 24.2 mi Souris, PE 1,079 pop · 27.3 mi Trenton, NS 2,407 pop · 27.4 mi New Glasgow, NS 9,471 pop · 29.7 mi Crossroads, PE 1,859 pop · 30.4 mi Stratford, PE 10,927 pop · 30.5 mi Pictou, Subd. A, NS 6,153 pop · 30.6 mi Pictou, Subd. B, NS 6,137 pop · 30.6 mi Pictou, Subd. C, NS 8,386 pop · 30.6 mi River John, NS 2,399 pop · 30.8 mi
Compare Murray Harbour with another city: