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Plate Cove West, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Plate Cove West is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 191. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
191 Population 74/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 240 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 Plate Cove West Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population191
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density74/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 Units76
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Plate Cove West a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plate Cove West 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 Plate Cove West 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

Plate Cove West has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow.

Plate Cove West has a population of 191 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 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

191
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Plate Cove West 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

Plate Cove West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plate Cove West 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 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Plate Cove West 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)6

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 Plate Cove West 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 76 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 Units76

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, Plate Cove West receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Plate Cove West 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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Plate Cove West has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates48.4999°N, 53.4981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.1"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 27.3"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.47"
Driest Month (May) 3.74"

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 M3.3 122 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 1 264 km
2021 Larry Category 1 36 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 264 km
2010 Igor Category 1 212 km
1982 Debby Category 2 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.7 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 26°F (-3°C) 4.1 in
April 35°F (1°C) 4.3 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Driest
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 5.5 in Wettest
November 35°F (2°C) 4.9 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 5.1 in

Plate Cove West has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.5") and May 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 Density74/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Plate Cove West

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Plate Cove West

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gerald S. Doyle Memorial Museum
Gerald S. Doyle Memorial Museum
Green Family Forge
Salvage Fisherman's Museum
Trinity Museum

Hotels in Plate Cove West

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Round Da Bay Inn

Airports Near Plate Cove West

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarenville Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Plate Cove West

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plate Cove West

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Plate Cove West

What is the population of Plate Cove West?

Plate Cove West has a population of 191 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 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 Plate Cove West 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 Plate Cove West safe?

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

What is the weather like in Plate Cove West?

Plate Cove West has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches, with 27.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Plate Cove West?

The unemployment rate in Plate Cove West 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 6 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 Plate Cove West?

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

How are the schools in Plate Cove West?

32.9% of adults in Plate Cove West 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 Plate Cove West?

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

What are the demographics of Plate Cove West?

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

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