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Point Leamington, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Point Leamington is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 574. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
574 Population 55/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $34,000 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 9.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 28.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 28.6%
694% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$34,000
Unemployment28.6%
Poverty24.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$650
Ownership81.5%
Housing Units325
Rent Burden9.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+37.2%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Point Leamington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point Leamington 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. Point Leamington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Point Leamington is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Leamington is $125,000, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Point Leamington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow.

Point Leamington has a population of 574 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents.

Population

574
Total Population
2021 Census
55
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Leamington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Leamington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Leamington is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,000 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $654, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 28.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Point Leamington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,000
Avg Weekly Wage$654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.6%
694% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Leamington is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 325 total housing units in the city. 9.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden9.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.5%
Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units325

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, Point Leamington receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Point Leamington 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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Point Leamington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 19.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Area10.4 sq mi (26.8 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates49.3332°N, 55.3982°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.3"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 19.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.21"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.76"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 3.5 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 35°F (1°C) 3.6 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 3.6 in

Point Leamington has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 16°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.8").

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1.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.2% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+37.2%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Point Leamington

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Grand Falls-Windsor, NL (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHEV-FM 94.5 "Valley Radio" Grand Falls-Windsor, NL community radio MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Point Leamington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Botwood Flying Boat Museum
Botwood Heritage Center
Triton Sperm Whale Pavilion

Stadiums & Teams in Point Leamington

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Point Leamington

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exploits Valley Botwood Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Point Leamington

What is the population of Point Leamington?

Point Leamington has a population of 574 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Point Leamington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Point Leamington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Point Leamington?

Point Leamington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches, with 19.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Point Leamington?

The job market in Point Leamington faces challenges, with unemployment at 28.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $654. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Point Leamington?

The median home value in Point Leamington is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. The homeownership rate is 81.5%.

How are the schools in Point Leamington?

1.7% of adults in Point Leamington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.2% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Point Leamington?

The average commute in Point Leamington is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Point Leamington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Point Leamington is 100% White. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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