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Port Blandford, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Port Blandford is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 513. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
513 Population 26/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 5.9% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 23.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.8%
561% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

How Port Blandford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population513
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment23.8%
Poverty16.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units255
Rent Burden5.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Port Blandford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Blandford receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Port Blandford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Blandford is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Blandford is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Port Blandford has a population of 513 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

513
Total Population
2021 Census
26
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
19.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Blandford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Blandford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Blandford is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Port Blandford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.8%
561% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Blandford is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden5.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%
Renter-Occupied3.9%
Housing Units255

Property Tax

In Port Blandford, 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: Port Blandford 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

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area19.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Nearby Cities

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