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Pennfield, NB

New Brunswick

Pennfield is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 2,222. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,222 Population 16/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $42,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 5.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 240 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
$69,500 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $700/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 $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,222
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$42,600
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty13.3%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$700
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units960
Rent Burden5.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+35.3%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Pennfield a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pennfield is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pennfield is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pennfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Pennfield has a population of 2,222 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents.

Population

2,222
Total Population
2021 Census
16
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
140.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pennfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish 3.2%
76% below US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

Social Characteristics

Pennfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pennfield is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,600. The average weekly wage is $819, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 69 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 11.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pennfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,600
Avg Weekly Wage$819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pennfield is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 960 total housing units in the city. 5.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden5.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied12.0%
Housing Units960

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, Pennfield receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pennfield 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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Pennfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area140.4 sq mi (363.7 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates45.1016°N, 66.7390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 1, 2022.

Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 117 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 124 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 119 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 28 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 119 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 47 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 117 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 74 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 117 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 76 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 14 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 85 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 84 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 48 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 131 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 140 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 82 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 83 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 133 km
Jul 29, 2010 5 km WNW of Northfield, Maine M2.7 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 198 km
2009 Bill Category 1 283 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 151 km
2003 Juan Category 2 245 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 47 km
1984 UNNAMED 901 90 km
2006 CENTERVILLE FIRE 705 89 km
2001 UNNAMED 627 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in
March 29°F (-1°C) 4.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 4.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 5.0 in

Pennfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.6").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+35.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area140.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home11.7%

Museums in Pennfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EASTPORT FOR PRIDEHISTORIC PRESERVATION93 WATER STREET2078532400
LUBEC LANDMARKSHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 WATER ST2077332197

Libraries in Pennfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PEAVEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY26 WATER STREET0.016,780
LUBEC MEMORIAL LIBRARY55 WATER STREET0.013,467
Campobello Public Library and Museum0.0

Gas Stations in Pennfield

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Irving

Ski Resorts Near Pennfield

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Pennfield

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Cutler Regional Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Gillespie Field-Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Machias Valley Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pennfield

What is the population of Pennfield?

Pennfield has a population of 2,222 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 140.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50% male.

Is Pennfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,500, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pennfield safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pennfield?

Pennfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pennfield?

The job market in Pennfield faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $819. There are 69 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 11.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pennfield?

The median home value in Pennfield is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

How are the schools in Pennfield?

6.7% of adults in Pennfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pennfield?

The average commute in Pennfield is 27 minutes. 91.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 11.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pennfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pennfield is 97.5% White, 1.4% Asian. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish.

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