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Old Perlican, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Old Perlican is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 608. Residents earn $73,000 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
608 Population 111/sq mi density
$73,000 Median Income $42,800 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,000 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population608
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$42,800
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$752
Ownership88.5%
Housing Units260
Rent Burden7.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Old Perlican a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Perlican receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Old Perlican offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Perlican is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Perlican is $140,000, 50% 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 1.9x 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

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Old Perlican has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow.

Old Perlican has a population of 608 with a density of 111 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents.

Population

608
Total Population
2021 Census
111
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Perlican vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Perlican vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Perlican is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,800. The average weekly wage is $823, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 19 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Old Perlican vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,000
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,800
Avg Weekly Wage$823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Perlican is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 88.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 7.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.5%
Owner-Occupied88.5%
Renter-Occupied9.6%
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, Old Perlican receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Old Perlican 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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Old Perlican has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates48.0804°N, 53.0068°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above US avg
Snowfall 22.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.50"

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 84 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 1 204 km
2021 Larry Category 1 83 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 211 km
2010 Igor Category 1 165 km
1982 Debby Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 4.8 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in
May 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.2 in

Old Perlican has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 22°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (3.5").

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6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Old Perlican

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Old Perlican

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bacalieu Island Interpretation Center
Bay De Verde Heritage Premises

Gas Stations in Old Perlican

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Atlantic

Airports Near Old Perlican

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Old Perlican

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Andrews by the Sea

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Frequently Asked Questions About Old Perlican

What is the population of Old Perlican?

Old Perlican has a population of 608 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 52.1% male.

Is Old Perlican expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,000, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Old Perlican safe?

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

What is the weather like in Old Perlican?

Old Perlican has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches, with 22.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Old Perlican?

Old Perlican has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $823. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Old Perlican?

The median home value in Old Perlican is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 88.5%.

How are the schools in Old Perlican?

6.1% of adults in Old Perlican hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Old Perlican?

The average commute in Old Perlican is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Old Perlican?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Old Perlican is 98.2% White. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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