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Postville, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Postville is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 188. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
188 Population 204/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 22.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.2%
517% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female47% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment22.2%
Poverty18.4%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$752
Ownership93.3%
Housing Units75
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+6.9%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Postville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Postville 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, an elevated poverty rate. Postville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Postville is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Postville is $80,000, 72% 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 1.2x 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

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Postville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow.

Postville has a population of 188 with a density of 204 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

188
Total Population
2021 Census
204
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Postville 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

Postville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Postville is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 22.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Postville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.2%
517% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit14.3%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Postville is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 93.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 75 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.3%
Owner-Occupied93.3%
Renter-Occupied13.3%
Housing Units75

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, Postville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Postville 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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Postville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 17.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-18°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average28.9°F
46% below US avg
January Average1°F (-18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates54.9080°N, 59.7726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Goose_Bay

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below US avg
Snowfall 17.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.86"
Driest Month (May) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 3, 2020.

Feb 3, 2020 158 km N of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada M4.3 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-18°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 2°F (-17°C) 2.9 in
March 12°F (-11°C) 3.0 in
April 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
May 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in Driest
June 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
September 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
October 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 3.0 in

Postville has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 1°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (2.2").

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10.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 50% of workers drive alone to work, while 14.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit14.3%
Work from Home14.3%

Schools in Postville

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
B. L. Morrison All Grade School — — — —
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Airports Near Postville

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hopedale AirportYHOSmall Airport
Makkovik AirportYMNSmall Airport
Postville AirportYSOSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Postville

What is the population of Postville?

Postville has a population of 188 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 204 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 47.4% male.

Is Postville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% 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 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Postville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Postville?

Postville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 17.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Postville?

The job market in Postville faces challenges, with unemployment at 22.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 6 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Postville?

The median home value in Postville is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 93.3%.

How are the schools in Postville?

10.3% of adults in Postville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Postville?

The average commute in Postville is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 50% of workers drive alone to work, 14.3% use public transit, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Postville?

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

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