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Murray River, PE

Prince Edward Island

Murray River is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 337. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
337 Population 566/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 6.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density566/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.4%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units45
Rent Burden6.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+11.1%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Murray River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murray River receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Murray River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murray River is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Murray River 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 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Murray River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Murray River has a population of 337 with a density of 566 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

337
Total Population
2021 Census
566
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.6%
Female 17.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Murray River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.9%
59% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages68.1%

Social Characteristics

Murray River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murray River is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Murray River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% 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 Time33.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Murray River 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 Burden6.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units45

Property Tax

In Murray River, 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 River 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

Murray River has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density566/sq mi
Coordinates46.0168°N, 62.6154°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density566/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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