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Musgrave Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Musgrave Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 946. Residents earn $58,400 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
946 Population 37/sq mi density
$58,400 Median Income $38,300 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 7.2% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$58,400 median income, 30.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,400
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 30.2%
739% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,400
Per Capita$38,300
Unemployment30.2%
Poverty22.4%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units415
Rent Burden7.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+30.3%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Musgrave Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Musgrave Harbour receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Musgrave Harbour has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Musgrave Harbour is $58,400, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 30.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Musgrave Harbour 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 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Musgrave Harbour has a population of 946 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

946
Total Population
2021 Census
37
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
26.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Musgrave Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Musgrave Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Musgrave Harbour is $58,400, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 30.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Musgrave Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,400
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment30.2%
739% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Musgrave Harbour 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 Burden7.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units415

Property Tax

In Musgrave 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: Musgrave 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

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+30.3%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area26.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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