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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.

2.8 /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
C+
Overall
2.8 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden15.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Musgravetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Musgravetown 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. 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.

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

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

Musgravetown has a population of 561 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

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 Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.7%

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. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Musgravetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.3%
658% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

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 average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% 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$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Musgravetown, 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: Musgravetown 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

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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