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Rivière-Verte, NB

New Brunswick

Rivière-Verte is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 657. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
657 Population 2/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $34,800 per capita
$92,000 Home Value
$472 Median Rent 4.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 20.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,000 home value, $472/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $472
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.5%
469% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

How Rivière-Verte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population657
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$34,800
Unemployment20.5%
Poverty18.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,000
Rent$472
Ownership88.9%
Housing Units315
Rent Burden4.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+24.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Rivière-Verte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivière-Verte receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rivière-Verte has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rivière-Verte is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rivière-Verte is $92,000, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x 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

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rivière-Verte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Rivière-Verte has a population of 657 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 276.3 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.3% of residents, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

Population

657
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
276.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivière-Verte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.3%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Rivière-Verte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivière-Verte is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $669, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 9.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rivière-Verte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,800
Avg Weekly Wage$669

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.5%
469% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rivière-Verte is $92,000, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $472 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 88.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 315 total housing units in the city. 4.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,000
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$472
59% below US avg
Rent Burden4.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.9%
Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units315

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, Rivière-Verte receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rivière-Verte 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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Rivière-Verte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.5°F
31% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area276.3 sq mi (715.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates47.3204°N, 68.1434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

64 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 128 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 138 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 145 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 121 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 122 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 64 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 122 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 124 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 131 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 131 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 97 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 122 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 84 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 8 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 146 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 124 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 122 km
Jun 28, 2015 5 km NW of La Pocatière, Canada M3.3 147 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 122 km
Jan 10, 2022 14 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.2 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.8 in

Rivière-Verte has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.6").

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5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+24.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area276.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Radio Stations near Rivière-Verte

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Country Acadienne country MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rivière-Verte

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ASSOCIATION CULTURELLE ET HISTORIQUE DU MONT-CARMELHISTORIC PRESERVATION2078953339$66,506
GREATER GRAND ISLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HONEY BEE RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER24 GENDREAU RD
MADAWASKA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAINT AGATHE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION534 MAIN STREET2075436364
TANTE BLANCHE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
Musée historique du Madawaska

Libraries in Rivière-Verte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MADAWASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY393 EAST MAIN STREET0.016,206
ABEL J. MORNEAULT MEMORIAL LIBRARY153 MAIN STREET0.06,650
LONG LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY384 MAIN STREET0.03,020
Bibliothèque Dr. Lorne J. Violette0.0
Bibliothèque Rhéa-Larose0.0
Edmundston Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rivière-Verte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artisans' Square

Gas Stations in Rivière-Verte

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4121648090
Esso

Banks in Rivière-Verte

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UNI

Breweries in Rivière-Verte

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Les Brasseurs du Petit-Sault

Ski Resorts Near Rivière-Verte

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Cell Towers in Rivière-Verte

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
11TH AVE & PELLITIER RDTOWER102

Airports Near Rivière-Verte

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Saint-Léonard AirportYSLMedium Airport
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Boston Brook Airport-Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport-Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport-Small Airport
Edmundston Airport-Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Grand Falls Airport-Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport-Small Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rivière-Verte

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Sacré-Cœur-de-Jésus de Riviere-Verte

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rivière-Verte

What is the population of Rivière-Verte?

Rivière-Verte has a population of 657 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 276.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.2% male.

Is Rivière-Verte expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,000 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rivière-Verte safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rivière-Verte?

Rivière-Verte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rivière-Verte?

The job market in Rivière-Verte faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $669. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rivière-Verte?

The median home value in Rivière-Verte is $92,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $472. The homeownership rate is 88.9%.

How are the schools in Rivière-Verte?

5.8% of adults in Rivière-Verte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rivière-Verte?

The average commute in Rivière-Verte is 27 minutes. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rivière-Verte?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rivière-Verte is 100% White. 2.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

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