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Port Hawkesbury, NS
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Port Hawkesbury, NS
At a Glance
How Port Hawkesbury Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Hawkesbury's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Hawkesbury a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Hawkesbury residents earn a median household income of $65,500 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,120. The unemployment rate stands at 18.4% (411% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 100 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Hawkesbury is $166,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $810/month, with 17.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
13.0% of adults in Port Hawkesbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 28.5% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Port Hawkesbury has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches.