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Musgravetown, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Musgravetown is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 561. Residents earn $56,000 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
561 Population 108/sq mi density
$56,000 Median Income $38,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$56,000 median income, 27.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $830/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,000
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.3%
658% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population561
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,000
Per Capita$38,200
Unemployment27.3%
Poverty20.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$830
Ownership78.9%
Housing Units260
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+36.6%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Musgravetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Musgravetown receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Musgravetown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Musgravetown is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Musgravetown is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Musgravetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow.

Musgravetown has a population of 561 with a density of 108 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents.

Population

561
Total Population
2021 Census
108
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Musgravetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 2.7%

Social Characteristics

Musgravetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Musgravetown is $56,000, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,200. The average weekly wage is $735, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Musgravetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,000
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,200
Avg Weekly Wage$735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.3%
658% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Musgravetown is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 78.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 15.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.9%
Owner-Occupied78.9%
Renter-Occupied21.2%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Musgravetown receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Musgravetown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Musgravetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates48.4062°N, 53.8876°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 15.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.61"
Driest Month (May) 3.19"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 274 km
2021 Larry Category 1 62 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 264 km
2010 Igor Category 1 207 km
1982 Debby Category 2 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.0 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in Driest
June 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 4.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.0 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.1 in

Musgravetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.6") and May the driest (3.2").

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7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+36.6%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Radio Stations near Musgravetown

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLN "New Country 97.1" Clarenville, NL country AAC 129 kbps

Libraries in Musgravetown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Clarenville Public Library0.0
Clarenville Public Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Musgravetown

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Musgravetown

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gander International AirportYQXMedium Airport
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Musgravetown

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Heritage United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Musgravetown

What is the population of Musgravetown?

Musgravetown has a population of 561 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 48.2% male.

Is Musgravetown expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Musgravetown safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Musgravetown receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Musgravetown?

Musgravetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Musgravetown?

The job market in Musgravetown faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $735. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Musgravetown?

The median home value in Musgravetown is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830. The homeownership rate is 78.9%.

How are the schools in Musgravetown?

7.5% of adults in Musgravetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Musgravetown?

The average commute in Musgravetown is 27 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Musgravetown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Musgravetown is 100% White. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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