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Queens, NS
Full City Profile · Nova Scotia
Queens, NS
At a Glance
How Queens Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Queens's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Queens a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Queens residents earn a median household income of $56,800 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The unemployment rate stands at 14.3% (297% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 323 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Queens is $174,000 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $750/month, with 13.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
8.2% of adults in Queens hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 29.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Queens has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches.