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Port Rexton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Port Rexton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 361. Residents earn $57,600 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
361 Population 80/sq mi density
$57,600 Median Income $46,200 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$57,600 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,600
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$57,600
Per Capita$46,200
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty26.8%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+40.3%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Port Rexton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Rexton is $57,600, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Rexton is $174,000, 38% 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 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port Rexton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 22.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Port Rexton has a population of 361 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

361
Total Population
2021 Census
80
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Rexton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Rexton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Rexton is $57,600, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Port Rexton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,600
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Rexton is $174,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Port Rexton, 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 Rexton 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

Port Rexton has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. The area enjoys 240 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall22.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates48.3902°N, 53.3314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+40.3%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Nearby Cities

Trinity Bay North, NL 1,649 pop · 15.0 mi Bonavista, NL 3,190 pop · 20.5 mi Clarenville-Shoal Harbour, NL 3,478 pop · 32.7 mi Clarenville, NL 6,704 pop · 33.0 mi Glovertown, NL 1,948 pop · 37.9 mi Victoria, NL 1,658 pop · 43.3 mi Carbonear, NL 4,696 pop · 45.2 mi Gambo, NL 1,816 pop · 48.7 mi Harbour Grace, NL 2,796 pop · 48.8 mi Centreville-Wareham-Trinity, NL 1,116 pop · 49.9 mi Pouch Cove, NL 2,063 pop · 50.4 mi Upper Island Cove, NL 1,401 pop · 51.4 mi Spaniard's Bay, NL 2,630 pop · 53.5 mi New-Wes-Valley, NL 2,044 pop · 53.6 mi
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