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Port Hope Simpson, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Port Hope Simpson is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 403. Residents earn $79,500 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
403 Population 33/sq mi density
$79,500 Median Income $45,000 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$79,500 median income, 43.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,500
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 43.6%
1111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,500
Per Capita$45,000
Unemployment43.6%
Poverty10.4%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$752
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units160
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+27.9%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Port Hope Simpson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Hope Simpson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Port Hope Simpson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Hope Simpson is $79,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 43.6%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Hope Simpson is $90,000, 68% 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 1.1x 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

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port Hope Simpson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow.

Port Hope Simpson has a population of 403 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

403
Total Population
2021 Census
33
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
12.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Hope Simpson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Hope Simpson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Hope Simpson is $79,500, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $865, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 43.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Port Hope Simpson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,500
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,000
Avg Weekly Wage$865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment43.6%
1111% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Hope Simpson is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 160 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units160

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, Port Hope Simpson receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Port Hope Simpson 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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Port Hope Simpson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average32.9°F
39% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area12.4 sq mi (32.0 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates52.5501°N, 56.2980°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 18.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.13"

Air Quality

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1848 FISHING SHIPS HARBOUR, NEWFOUNDLAND Meteorological — — 37 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-13°C) 3.2 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 2.9 in
April 29°F (-1°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.3 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.5 in

Port Hope Simpson has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 7°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.1").

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4.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 57.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+27.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area12.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Hotels in Port Hope Simpson

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexis Hotel

Gas Stations in Port Hope Simpson

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ultramar

Airports Near Port Hope Simpson

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYHGSmall Airport
Mary's Harbour AirportYMHSmall Airport
Port Hope Simpson AirportYHASmall Airport
St. Lewis (Fox Harbour) AirportYFXSmall Airport
Williams Harbour AirportYWMSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Hope Simpson

What is the population of Port Hope Simpson?

Port Hope Simpson has a population of 403 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 50.6% male.

Is Port Hope Simpson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,500, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% 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 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Port Hope Simpson safe?

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

What is the weather like in Port Hope Simpson?

Port Hope Simpson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 18.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Port Hope Simpson?

The job market in Port Hope Simpson faces challenges, with unemployment at 43.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $865. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port Hope Simpson?

The median home value in Port Hope Simpson is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

How are the schools in Port Hope Simpson?

4.4% of adults in Port Hope Simpson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.9% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Port Hope Simpson?

The average commute in Port Hope Simpson is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 57.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port Hope Simpson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Hope Simpson is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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