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Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 947. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
947 Population 558/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $45,500 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 160 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 12.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
242% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population947
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$45,500
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty8.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,000
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units410
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Sunny Days160/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is $276,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 160 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches, including 103.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove has a population of 947 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

947
Total Population
2021 Census
558
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is $276,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Renter-Occupied12.2%
Housing Units410

Property Tax

In Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.6 inches. The area enjoys 160 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days160 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.6 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall103.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates47.4695°N, 52.7053°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Nearby Cities

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