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Perth-Andover, NB

New Brunswick

Perth-Andover is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,574. Residents earn $49,600 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,574 Population 455/sq mi density
$49,600 Median Income $34,900 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$620 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$49,600 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $620/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,600
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

How Perth-Andover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,574
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density455/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,600
Per Capita$34,900
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty23.2%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$620
Ownership63.1%
Housing Units745
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+34.7%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Perth-Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perth-Andover receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Perth-Andover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perth-Andover is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perth-Andover is $120,000, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x 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

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Perth-Andover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow.

Perth-Andover has a population of 1,574 with a density of 455 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.6% female and 44.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93% of residents.

Population

1,574
Total Population
2021 Census
455
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Perth-Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish 3.8%
72% below US avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Perth-Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perth-Andover is $49,600, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $671, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 49 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Perth-Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,600
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,900
Avg Weekly Wage$671

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Perth-Andover is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 63.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 745 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.1%
Owner-Occupied63.1%
Renter-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units745

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, Perth-Andover receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Perth-Andover 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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Perth-Andover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.6 inches. The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates46.7355°N, 67.7039°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.6"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 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 89 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 89 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 76 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 89 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 91 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 103 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 107 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 45 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 89 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 73 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 91 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 140 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 89 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 112 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 129 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 126 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 144 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 88 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 3.5 in

Perth-Andover has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.3").

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9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+34.7%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density455/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Radio Stations near Perth-Andover

3 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
Radio Country Acadienne country MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Perth-Andover

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTRAL AROOSTOOK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRANCIS MALCOLM PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM776 HOULTON RD (SHIPPING)
FRONTIER HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUM2074765093
LIMESTONE-CASWELL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Southern Victoria Historical Museum

Libraries in Perth-Andover

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ROBERT A. FROST MEMORIAL LIBRARY42 MAIN STREET0.09,308
FORT FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY339 MAIN STREET0.08,719
WALTER T. A. HANSEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY10 HANSEN STREET0.02,830
Perth-Andover Public Library0.0

Hotels in Perth-Andover

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Castle Inn

Gas Stations in Perth-Andover

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #5502316689

Ski Resorts Near Perth-Andover

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Cell Towers in Perth-Andover

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Mars Hill) 39 Graves RoadLTOWER99

Superfund Sites Near Perth-Andover

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HUBER ENGINEERED WOODS LLC333 STATION ROADAROOSTOOK
HUBER ENGINEERED WOODS LLC333 STATION ROADAROOSTOOK
LORING AIR FORCE BASE5100 TEXAS ROADAROOSTOOK

Airports Near Perth-Andover

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Houlton International AirportHULMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Saint-Léonard AirportYSLMedium Airport
Boston Brook Airport-Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport-Small Airport
Bristol 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
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Morse Field-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Perth-Andover

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Perth-Andover PO

Treatment Centers in Perth-Andover

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Childrens Crisis Stabilization UnitBoth207-554-2352

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perth-Andover

What is the population of Perth-Andover?

Perth-Andover has a population of 1,574 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 455 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.6% female and 44.1% male.

Is Perth-Andover expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Perth-Andover safe?

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

What is the weather like in Perth-Andover?

Perth-Andover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Perth-Andover?

The job market in Perth-Andover faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $671. There are 49 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Perth-Andover?

The median home value in Perth-Andover is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 63.1%.

How are the schools in Perth-Andover?

9.5% of adults in Perth-Andover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Perth-Andover?

The average commute in Perth-Andover is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Perth-Andover?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Perth-Andover is 99% White. 93% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish.

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