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Ramea, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Ramea is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 388. Residents earn $47,200 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
388 Population 541/sq mi density
$47,200 Median Income $31,500 per capita
$20,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 218 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$47,200 median income, 33.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,200
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $20,000
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 33.3%
825% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.0%
126% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density541/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,200
Per Capita$31,500
Unemployment33.3%
Poverty28.0%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$20,000
Rent$752
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units205
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+27.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Ramea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramea receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ramea has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramea is $47,200, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 33.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramea is $20,000, 93% 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 0.4x 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

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ramea 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 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow.

Ramea has a population of 388 with a density of 541 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents.

Population

388
Total Population
2021 Census
541
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Ramea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramea is $47,200, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $606, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 33.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ramea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,200
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,500
Avg Weekly Wage$606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment33.3%
825% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramea is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 205 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units205

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, Ramea receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ramea 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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Ramea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density541/sq mi
Coordinates47.5250°N, 57.3860°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
71% above US avg
Snowfall 27.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.54"
Driest Month (May) 4.69"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 197 km
2009 Bill Category 1 142 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 92 km
2000 Michael Category 1 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 6.1 in
February 20°F (-6°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 26°F (-3°C) 4.9 in
April 35°F (2°C) 5.1 in
May 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in Driest
June 52°F (11°C) 5.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 6.5 in Wettest
December 28°F (-2°C) 6.3 in

Ramea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 20°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and May the driest (4.7").

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4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 40% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+27.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density541/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Schools in Ramea

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Boniface All Grade School
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Museums in Ramea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burgeo Memorial Museum
Ramea Heritage Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ramea

What is the population of Ramea?

Ramea has a population of 388 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 541 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Ramea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,200, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% 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 0.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ramea safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ramea?

Ramea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches, with 27.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ramea?

The job market in Ramea faces challenges, with unemployment at 33.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $606. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ramea?

The median home value in Ramea is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Ramea?

4.3% of adults in Ramea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Ramea?

The average commute in Ramea is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 40% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ramea?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ramea is 100% White. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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