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Petley, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Petley is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 88. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
88 Population 2/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units35
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Petley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Petley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petley is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petley is $161,864, 43% 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 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Petley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 22.4 inches of snow.

Petley has a population of 88 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 54.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents.

Population

88
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
54.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Petley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Petley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petley is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Petley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Petley is $161,864, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 35 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units35

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, Petley receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Petley 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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Petley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area54.0 sq mi (139.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates48.1534°N, 53.7465°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 22.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.66"

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 86 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 1 247 km
2021 Larry Category 1 79 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 234 km
2010 Igor Category 1 178 km
1982 Debby Category 2 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 5.0 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.2 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.2 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
June 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.3 in Wettest
November 36°F (2°C) 5.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.0 in

Petley has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 21°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.7").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 78.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area54.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Radio Stations near Petley

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLN "New Country 97.1" Clarenville, NL country AAC 129 kbps

Libraries in Petley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Clarenville Public Library0.0
Clarenville Public Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Petley

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Petley

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Petley

What is the population of Petley?

Petley has a population of 88 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 54.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Petley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,864 (43% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Petley safe?

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

What is the weather like in Petley?

Petley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 22.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Petley?

The unemployment rate in Petley is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Petley?

The median home value in Petley is $161,864. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Petley?

32.9% of adults in Petley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Petley?

The average commute in Petley is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Petley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Petley is 99.2% White. 98% of residents speak only English at home.

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