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Southern Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Southern Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 313. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
313 Population 151/sq mi density
$66,500 Median Income $44,800 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 237 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,500 median income, 25.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% 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 25.9%
619% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population313
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female49% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$44,800
Unemployment25.9%
Poverty17.5%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+25.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Southern Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southern Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Southern Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southern Harbour is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 25.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southern Harbour is $100,000, 65% 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 1.5x 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%. 25.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Southern Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches, including 22.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Southern Harbour has a population of 313 with a density of 151 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

313
Total Population
2021 Census
151
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Southern Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Southern Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southern Harbour is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Southern Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,500
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.9%
619% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Southern Harbour is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units140

Property Tax

In Southern Harbour, 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: Southern Harbour 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

Southern Harbour has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 237 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall22.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates47.7166°N, 53.9648°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+25.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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