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Saint Stephen, NB

New Brunswick

Saint Stephen is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,671. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,671 Population 42/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $40,520 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$665 Median Rent 5.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 10.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $665/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $665
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,671
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$40,520
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty17.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$665
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units700
Rent Burden5.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+37.4%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Saint Stephen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint Stephen receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Saint Stephen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint Stephen is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.2% 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 Saint Stephen is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow.

Saint Stephen has a population of 1,671 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 39.7 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents.

Population

1,671
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
39.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint Stephen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Saint Stephen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint Stephen is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,520. The average weekly wage is $779, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 52 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint Stephen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,520
Avg Weekly Wage$779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint Stephen is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $665 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 700 total housing units in the city. 5.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, 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$665
43% below US avg
Rent Burden5.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied6.4%
Housing Units700

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, Saint Stephen receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint Stephen 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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Saint Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 19.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area39.7 sq mi (102.8 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates45.1927°N, 67.2760°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 19.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 14, 2023.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 125 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 75 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 73 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 48 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 147 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 80 km
Jan 14, 2023 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine M3.3 118 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 73 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 73 km
Oct 25, 2001 4 km S of Howland, Maine M3.3 109 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 46 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 92 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 31 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 63 km
Mar 30, 2010 7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine M3.0 130 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 63 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 83 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 61 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 62 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 241 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 177 km
2003 Juan Category 2 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 39 km
1984 UNNAMED 901 73 km
2006 CENTERVILLE FIRE 705 65 km
2001 UNNAMED 627 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.5 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.2 in

Saint Stephen has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.0").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+37.4%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area39.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Schools in Saint Stephen

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Stephen Elementary School - - - -
St. Stephen Middle School - - - -
St. Stephen High School - - - -
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Museums in Saint Stephen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALEXANDER CRAWFORD HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074547476
CHARLOTTE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DOWNEAST HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2074547878
DR. JOB HOLMES COTTAGE & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2074542604
PEMBROKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION116 CENTER ST7812939083
ROBBINSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074541264
ST CROIX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074542604
WAPONAHKI MUSEUM AND CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM59 PASSAMAQUODDY ROAD2078532600
Chocolate Museum
Covenhoven
Oppenheimer-Prager Museum at Dayspring
Quoddy Learning Centre
Ross Memorial Museum
Tourism New Brunswick

Libraries in Saint Stephen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CALAIS FREE LIBRARY9 UNION STREET0.019,538
PEMBROKE LIBRARY221 OLD COUNTY ROAD0.02,855
WOODLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY169 MAIN STREET0.01,950
Charlotte County Archives0.0
Ross Memorial Library0.0
Saint Croix Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint Stephen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Perry-Sunrise County Farmers' MarketFire Department parking lot on Rt.1 (municipal building)
St. Andrews Farmers' Market
Sunrise County Farmers' MarketTriangle Park06/17/2014 to 10/07/2014Tue: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes

Cafes in Saint Stephen

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Something's Brewing Cafe
Tim Hortons

Veterinaries in Saint Stephen

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mayfield Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Saint Stephen

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Irving
Irving 24
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Saint Stephen

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank

Shopping Malls in Saint Stephen

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Charlotte Mall

Gyms in Saint Stephen

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bernie's Body Blast
Infinity Fitness

Golf Courses in Saint Stephen

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

St. Stephen Golf Club

Cell Towers in Saint Stephen

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
TOWER RDGTOWER130
TOWER RDGTOWER130
ROUTE 1LTOWER127
ROUTE 1LTOWER127

Superfund Sites Near Saint Stephen

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WOODLAND PULP MILL144 MAIN STWASHINGTON

Airports Near Saint Stephen

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Brookton Landing Field-Small Airport
Cowboys Air Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Cutler Regional Airport-Small Airport
Deblois Flight Strip-Small Airport
Drisko Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Gillespie Field-Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Machias Valley Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Princeton Municipal AirportPNNSmall Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint Stephen

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Calais Outpatient OfficeBoth207-554-2352

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint Stephen

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Gateway Cathedral
Holy Rosary Church
Kirk McColl United Church
St. Croix Vineyard Church
St. David's Church
Union St. Atlantic Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Stephen

What is the population of Saint Stephen?

Saint Stephen has a population of 1,671 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 39.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Saint Stephen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% 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 $665 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint Stephen safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint Stephen?

Saint Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 19.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint Stephen?

The job market in Saint Stephen faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $779. There are 52 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 7.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint Stephen?

The median home value in Saint Stephen is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $665. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

How are the schools in Saint Stephen?

6.7% of adults in Saint Stephen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.4% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint Stephen?

The average commute in Saint Stephen is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint Stephen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint Stephen is 99.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 97% of residents speak only English at home.

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St. Stephen, NB 4,510 pop · 1.3 mi Calais, ME 3,087 pop · 4.5 mi Champlain, ON 8,665 pop · 5.3 mi Woodland, ME 1,059 pop · 6.9 mi Saint James, NB 1,024 pop · 11.0 mi Saint Andrews, NB 2,048 pop · 13.6 mi Saint George, NB 2,495 pop · 21.4 mi St. George, NB 1,579 pop · 22.1 mi Eastport, ME 1,230 pop · 23.4 mi Eastern Charlotte, NB 7,325 pop · 24.3 mi Pennfield, NB 2,222 pop · 26.9 mi Machias, ME 1,395 pop · 35.4 mi Manners Sutton, NB 1,920 pop · 36.1 mi Fundy Bay, NB 1,167 pop · 40.1 mi
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