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Pointe-Sapin, NB

New Brunswick

Pointe-Sapin is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 475. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
475 Population 5/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/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 $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

How Pointe-Sapin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population475
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units190
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Pointe-Sapin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pointe-Sapin 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. Pointe-Sapin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pointe-Sapin is $65,612, 13% 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 16.5% 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 Pointe-Sapin is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 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

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

Climate & Weather

Pointe-Sapin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow.

Pointe-Sapin has a population of 475 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 99.9 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 (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

475
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
99.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pointe-Sapin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Pointe-Sapin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pointe-Sapin is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Pointe-Sapin vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pointe-Sapin is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 190 total housing units in the city. 28.3% 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$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units190

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, Pointe-Sapin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pointe-Sapin 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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Pointe-Sapin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 20.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area99.9 sq mi (258.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates46.9640°N, 64.8299°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 20.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.61"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.19"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 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 M4.0 135 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 134 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 134 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 132 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 120 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 134 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 105 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 132 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 116 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 134 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 80 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 135 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 115 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 105 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 115 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 127 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 119 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 103 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 135 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 206 km
2003 Juan Category 2 133 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.3 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in Driest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.4 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Pointe-Sapin has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and September the driest (3.2").

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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). 87.6% 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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area99.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Airports Near Pointe-Sapin

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Miramichi AirportYCHMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pointe-Sapin

What is the population of Pointe-Sapin?

Pointe-Sapin has a population of 475 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 99.9 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 Pointe-Sapin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 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 Pointe-Sapin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pointe-Sapin?

Pointe-Sapin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pointe-Sapin?

The unemployment rate in Pointe-Sapin is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pointe-Sapin?

The median home value in Pointe-Sapin is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Pointe-Sapin?

32.9% of adults in Pointe-Sapin 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 Pointe-Sapin?

The average commute in Pointe-Sapin is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pointe-Sapin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pointe-Sapin is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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