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Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 344. Residents earn $50,400 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
344 Population 199/sq mi density
$50,400 Median Income $35,600 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 217 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$50,400 median income, 27.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,400
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.6%
667% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

How Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population344
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,400
Per Capita$35,600
Unemployment27.6%
Poverty30.0%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+26.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou is $50,000, 82% 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 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou has a population of 344 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

344
Total Population
2021 Census
199
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou is $50,400, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 27.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,400
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.6%
667% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units175

Property Tax

In Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou, 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: Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou 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

Rose Blanche-Harbour Le Cou has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.8 inches. The area enjoys 217 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates47.6167°N, 58.6818°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+26.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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