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Sheshatshiu, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Sheshatshiu is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,225. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,225 Population 374/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $36,300 per capita
$161,864 Home Value
$752 Median Rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 25.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,864 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,864
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 25.8%
617% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,225
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$36,300
Unemployment25.8%
Poverty19.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,864
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units340

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sheshatshiu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheshatshiu receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Sheshatshiu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheshatshiu is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 25.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheshatshiu is $161,864, 43% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sheshatshiu has a population of 1,225 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

1,225
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheshatshiu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.5%
66% below US avg
Spanish3.7%
73% below US avg
Other Languages69.8%

Social Characteristics

Sheshatshiu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheshatshiu is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sheshatshiu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.8%
617% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheshatshiu is $161,864, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,864
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied25.0%
Renter-Occupied7.4%
Housing Units340

Property Tax

In Sheshatshiu, 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: Sheshatshiu 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Nearby Cities

Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL 8,040 pop · 16.6 mi
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