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New Bandon, NB

New Brunswick

New Bandon is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,200. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,200 Population 9/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $39,300 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 14.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.4%
300% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,200
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$39,300
Unemployment14.4%
Poverty17.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$666
Ownership94.8%
Housing Units580
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+27.6%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute26 min

Is New Bandon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Bandon receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. New Bandon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Bandon is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Bandon is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

New Bandon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow.

New Bandon has a population of 1,200 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 138.7 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 44.2% of residents, while 53.8% speak Spanish.

Population

1,200
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
138.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Bandon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 44.2%
44% below US avg
Spanish 53.8%
301% above US avg
Other Languages 2.1%

Social Characteristics

New Bandon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Bandon is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,300. The average weekly wage is $756, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 37 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 11.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New Bandon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,300
Avg Weekly Wage$756

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.4%
300% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Bandon is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 94.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 580 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.8%
Owner-Occupied94.8%
Renter-Occupied6.9%
Housing Units580

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, New Bandon receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: New Bandon 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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New Bandon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The area receives 20.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.4°F
27% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area138.7 sq mi (359.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates47.7567°N, 65.3156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 20.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 127 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 128 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 128 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 126 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 149 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 141 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 128 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 127 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 74 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 148 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 128 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 129 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 87 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 144 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 121 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 93 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 149 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 92 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 132 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 298 km
2003 Juan Category 1 227 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 3.4 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.1 in

New Bandon has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 13°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+27.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area138.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Radio Stations near New Bandon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHNC-FM 107.1 New Carlisle, 99.1 Carleton, 99.3 Gaspe, 98.1 Chandler, 107.3 Perce, 106.7 Riviere-au-Renaud, QC - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in New Bandon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Village Historique Acadien

Gas Stations in New Bandon

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Ski Resorts Near New Bandon

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near New Bandon

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Bandon

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Central United Church
Christ Church Clifton

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Bandon

What is the population of New Bandon?

New Bandon has a population of 1,200 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 138.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is New Bandon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is New Bandon safe?

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

What is the weather like in New Bandon?

New Bandon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches, with 20.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in New Bandon?

The job market in New Bandon faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $756. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New Bandon?

The median home value in New Bandon is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 94.8%.

How are the schools in New Bandon?

6.7% of adults in New Bandon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in New Bandon?

The average commute in New Bandon is 26 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of New Bandon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Bandon is 99.2% White. 44.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 53.8% speak Spanish.

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