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Seal Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Seal Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 281. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
281 Population 68/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $30,600 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 227 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 21.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.7%
503% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population281
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$30,600
Unemployment21.7%
Poverty26.0%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+28.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute39 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Seal Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seal Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Seal Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seal Cove is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seal Cove is $75,000, 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 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Seal Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Seal Cove has a population of 281 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

281
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Seal Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seal Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seal Cove is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Seal Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.7%
503% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seal Cove is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units150

Property Tax

In Seal Cove, 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: Seal Cove 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

Seal Cove has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. The area enjoys 227 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates47.4833°N, 56.0651°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+28.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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