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Port Saunders, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Port Saunders is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 678. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
678 Population 46/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $42,200 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 7.6% income on rent
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 23.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.4%
550% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population678
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$42,200
Unemployment23.4%
Poverty10.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units325
Rent Burden7.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Port Saunders a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Saunders receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Port Saunders offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Saunders is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 23.4%, unemployment is notably high. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Saunders is $100,000, 65% 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 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Port Saunders has a population of 678 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

678
Total Population
2021 Census
46
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
14.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Saunders vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Saunders vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Saunders is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Port Saunders vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.4%
550% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Saunders is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden7.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units325

Property Tax

In Port Saunders, 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 Saunders 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area14.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 52.8 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 59.6 mi Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 69.9 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 89.1 mi Springdale, NL 2,965 pop · 96.5 mi
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