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Rigolet, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Rigolet is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 327. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
327 Population 161/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $38,800 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 8.0% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 33.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 33.3%
825% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population327
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$38,800
Unemployment33.3%
Poverty27.2%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden8.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+20.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Rigolet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rigolet receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Rigolet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rigolet is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 33.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rigolet is $77,500, 73% 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 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rigolet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Rigolet has a population of 327 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

327
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rigolet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rigolet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rigolet is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 33.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rigolet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment33.3%
825% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rigolet is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden8.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%
Renter-Occupied12.0%
Housing Units125

Property Tax

In Rigolet, 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: Rigolet 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

Rigolet has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average30.6°F
43% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates54.1779°N, 58.4312°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+20.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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