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Prince William, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Prince William is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,083. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,083 Population 10/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $44,900 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$69,500 median income, 9.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,083
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$44,900
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty14.8%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$800
Ownership91.5%
Housing Units470
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+33.7%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Prince William a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince William receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Prince William offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince William is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prince William is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Prince William has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 18.0 inches of snow.

Prince William has a population of 1,083 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 109.8 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents.

Population

1,083
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
109.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince William vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 4.2%
69% below US avg
Other Languages 5.1%

Social Characteristics

Prince William vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince William is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $863, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 26.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Prince William vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,900
Avg Weekly Wage$863

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Prince William is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 91.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 470 total housing units in the city. 16.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.5%
Owner-Occupied91.5%
Renter-Occupied8.5%
Housing Units470

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, Prince William receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Prince William 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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Prince William has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The area receives 18.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area109.8 sq mi (284.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates45.8907°N, 67.0123°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.8"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 18.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 129 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 127 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 127 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 129 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 95 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 113 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 115 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 48 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 114 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 84 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 127 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 118 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 80 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 128 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 41 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 97 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 127 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 113 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 113 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 265 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 241 km
2003 Juan Category 2 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.9 in

Prince William has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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18.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+33.7%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area109.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

Radio Stations near Prince William

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Prince William

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kings Landing

Libraries in Prince William

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nackawic Public-School Library0.0

Theatres in Prince William

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingraham Barn
Summer Theatre

Gas Stations in Prince William

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fen's Market

Breweries in Prince William

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Big Axe Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Prince William

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Prince William

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Bristol Airport-Small Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Brookton Landing Field-Small Airport
Cowboys Air Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Florenceville Airport-Small Airport
Graham Field-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Princeton Municipal AirportPNNSmall Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport
Woodstock Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prince William

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
RiversidePresbyterian Church
St. Mark's AnglicanChurch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prince William

What is the population of Prince William?

Prince William has a population of 1,083 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 109.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.1% male.

Is Prince William expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,500, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Prince William safe?

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

What is the weather like in Prince William?

Prince William has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches, with 18.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Prince William?

The job market in Prince William faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $863. There are 34 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 26.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Prince William?

The median home value in Prince William is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 91.5%.

How are the schools in Prince William?

18.5% of adults in Prince William hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Prince William?

The average commute in Prince William is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Prince William?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Prince William is 99.1% White. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish.

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