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Plaster Rock, NB

New Brunswick

Plaster Rock is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,002. Residents earn $50,400 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,002 Population 862/sq mi density
$50,400 Median Income $32,500 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$50,400 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,400
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,002
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density862/mi²
Male / Female46% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,400
Per Capita$32,500
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty24.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$700
Ownership68.8%
Housing Units480
Rent Burden16.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+41.6%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Plaster Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plaster Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Plaster Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plaster Rock is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plaster Rock is $90,000, 68% 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 1.8x 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

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Plaster Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow.

Plaster Rock has a population of 1,002 with a density of 862 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93% of residents.

Population

1,002
Total Population
2021 Census
862
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Plaster Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.0%
19% above US avg
Spanish 4.5%
67% below US avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Plaster Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plaster Rock is $50,400, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $625, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 31 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Plaster Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,400
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,500
Avg Weekly Wage$625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Plaster Rock is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 68.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 480 total housing units in the city. 16.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.8%
Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied30.2%
Housing Units480

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, Plaster Rock receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Plaster Rock 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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Plaster Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 16.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density862/sq mi
Coordinates46.9065°N, 67.3900°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 16.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 61 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 61 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 99 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 61 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 63 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 36 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 99 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 89 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 61 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 16 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 76 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 63 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 110 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 94 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 61 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 145 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 110 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 60 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 116 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 107 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 2 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.9 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.7 in

Plaster Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 8°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

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4.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+41.6%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density862/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Radio Stations near Plaster Rock

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

Libraries in Plaster Rock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Plaster Rock Public-School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Plaster Rock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaster Rock Farmer's Market

Gas Stations in Plaster Rock

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Banks in Plaster Rock

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC

Golf Courses in Plaster Rock

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Plaster Rock Golf & Curling Club

Airports Near Plaster Rock

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium 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
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
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Plaster Rock

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Plaster Rock``Main Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plaster Rock

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Free Will Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Plaster Rock

What is the population of Plaster Rock?

Plaster Rock has a population of 1,002 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 862 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.3% male.

Is Plaster Rock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% 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 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Plaster Rock safe?

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

What is the weather like in Plaster Rock?

Plaster Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 16.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Plaster Rock?

The job market in Plaster Rock faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $625. There are 31 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Plaster Rock?

The median home value in Plaster Rock is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.

How are the schools in Plaster Rock?

4.8% of adults in Plaster Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Plaster Rock?

The average commute in Plaster Rock is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Plaster Rock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Plaster Rock is 99.5% White. 93% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish.

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