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Peel, NB

New Brunswick

Peel is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,198. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,198 Population 28/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $36,500 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$665 Median Rent 8.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $665/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $665
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,198
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$36,500
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty16.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$665
Ownership86.6%
Housing Units485
Rent Burden8.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+40.4%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Peel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peel 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. Peel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peel is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peel is $130,000, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 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

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Peel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Peel has a population of 1,198 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents.

Population

1,198
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
43.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Peel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Peel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peel is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,500. The average weekly wage is $702, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Peel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,500
Avg Weekly Wage$702

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Peel is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $665 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 86.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 485 total housing units in the city. 8.5% 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$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$665
43% below US avg
Rent Burden8.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.6%
Owner-Occupied86.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units485

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, Peel receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Peel 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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Peel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area43.5 sq mi (112.7 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates46.3557°N, 67.5456°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 17, 2025.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 103 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 102 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 105 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 102 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 104 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 75 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 98 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 128 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 128 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 26 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 70 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 102 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 115 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 103 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 145 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 85 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 128 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 128 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 102 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 2 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.6 in

Peel has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+40.4%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area43.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Radio Stations near Peel

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Folk'd Up Radio americana, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSR-FM 97.9 campus radio, college radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Peel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carleton County Military Museum
Potato World
Potato World
Shogomoc Railway Historic Site
Shogomoc Welcome Centre
The Granville

Libraries in Peel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew and Laura McCain Public Library0.0
Dr. Walter Chestnut Public Library0.0
L. P. Fisher Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Peel

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Peel

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Houlton International AirportHULMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Bristol Airport-Small Airport
Clearwater Airport-Small Airport
Florenceville Airport-Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Graham Field-Small Airport
Grand Falls Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Mars Hill Airport-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Apostolic Lighthouse Tabernacle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peel

What is the population of Peel?

Peel has a population of 1,198 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.4% male.

Is Peel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $665 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 Peel safe?

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

What is the weather like in Peel?

Peel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Peel?

The job market in Peel faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $702. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 13.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Peel?

The median home value in Peel is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $665. The homeownership rate is 86.6%.

How are the schools in Peel?

7.5% of adults in Peel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Peel?

The average commute in Peel is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Peel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Peel is 99.1% White. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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