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Parson's Pond, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Parson's Pond is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 368. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 77/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $33,200 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 39.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 39.3%
992% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

How Parson's Pond Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population368
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

D
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$33,200
Unemployment39.3%
Poverty26.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$752
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+35.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Parson's Pond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parson's Pond receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Parson's Pond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parson's Pond is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 39.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.8% 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 Parson's Pond is $70,000, 75% 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 1.2x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Parson's Pond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 22.2 inches of snow.

Parson's Pond has a population of 368 with a density of 77 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

368
Total Population
2021 Census
77
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Parson's Pond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parson's Pond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parson's Pond is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $638, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 39.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Parson's Pond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,200
Avg Weekly Wage$638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment39.3%
992% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parson's Pond is $70,000, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 180 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 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied13.9%
Housing Units180

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, Parson's Pond receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Parson's Pond 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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Parson's Pond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates50.0333°N, 57.7150°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 22.2"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.69"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.60"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gustav (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Gustav Category 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.7 in Wettest
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.2 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
June 51°F (10°C) 4.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
August 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 4.0 in

Parson's Pond has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 16°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 68.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+35.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Parson's Pond

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Broom Point Historical Exhibit

Hotels in Parson's Pond

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunrise cottage

Airports Near Parson's Pond

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port au Choix AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Parson's Pond

What is the population of Parson's Pond?

Parson's Pond has a population of 368 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 48.7% male.

Is Parson's Pond expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% 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 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Parson's Pond safe?

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

What is the weather like in Parson's Pond?

Parson's Pond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 22.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Parson's Pond?

The job market in Parson's Pond faces challenges, with unemployment at 39.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $638. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Parson's Pond?

The median home value in Parson's Pond is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

How are the schools in Parson's Pond?

0.0% of adults in Parson's Pond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Parson's Pond?

The average commute in Parson's Pond is 27 minutes. 68.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Parson's Pond?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Parson's Pond is 98.5% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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