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Robert's Arm, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Robert's Arm is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 722. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
722 Population 52/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $38,400 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$628 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 24.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $628/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.1%
569% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

How Robert's Arm Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population722
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$38,400
Unemployment24.1%
Poverty21.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$628
Ownership81.4%
Housing Units350
Rent Burden15.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Robert's Arm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Robert's Arm 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. Robert's Arm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Robert's Arm is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Robert's Arm is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Robert's Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 19.2 inches of snow.

Robert's Arm has a population of 722 with a density of 52 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents.

Population

722
Total Population
2021 Census
52
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
13.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Robert's Arm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Robert's Arm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Robert's Arm is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,400. The average weekly wage is $738, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 24.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Robert's Arm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,400
Avg Weekly Wage$738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.1%
569% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Robert's Arm is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 350 total housing units in the city. 15.7% 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$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units350

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, Robert's Arm receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Robert's Arm 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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Robert's Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The area receives 19.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (36.1 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates49.4833°N, 55.8149°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 19.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.83"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 198 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 3.5 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.4 in

Robert's Arm has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 16°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.8").

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6.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area13.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Museums in Robert's Arm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Triton Sperm Whale Pavilion

Gas Stations in Robert's Arm

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #3765165989

Airports Near Robert's Arm

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exploits Valley Botwood Airport—Small Airport
Springdale Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Robert's Arm

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pentecost
Salvation Army
United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Robert's Arm

What is the population of Robert's Arm?

Robert's Arm has a population of 722 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 13.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50.7% male.

Is Robert's Arm expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 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 Robert's Arm safe?

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

What is the weather like in Robert's Arm?

Robert's Arm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 19.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Robert's Arm?

The job market in Robert's Arm faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $738. There are 22 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Robert's Arm?

The median home value in Robert's Arm is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628. The homeownership rate is 81.4%.

How are the schools in Robert's Arm?

6.8% of adults in Robert's Arm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Robert's Arm?

The average commute in Robert's Arm is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Robert's Arm?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Robert's Arm is 99.3% White. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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