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Norris Point, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Norris Point is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 602. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
602 Population 322/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $44,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 20.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.8%
478% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population602
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$44,200
Unemployment20.8%
Poverty14.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units280
Rent Burden5.5%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+5.0%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Norris Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norris Point receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Norris Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norris Point is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.8%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norris Point is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Norris Point has a population of 602 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

602
Total Population
2021 Census
322
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Norris Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norris Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norris Point is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Norris Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.8%
478% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Norris Point is $150,000, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden5.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Renter-Occupied8.9%
Housing Units280

Property Tax

In Norris Point, 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: Norris Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Nearby Cities

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