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Springhill, NS

Nova Scotia

Springhill is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 2,743. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,743 Population 6/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 242 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,743
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty19.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,097
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Springhill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springhill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Springhill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springhill is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springhill is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Springhill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow.

Springhill has a population of 2,743 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 438.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.4% of residents.

Population

2,743
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
438.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Springhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg
Other Languages 7.0%

Social Characteristics

Springhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springhill is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 85 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Springhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Springhill is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,097 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,097

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, Springhill receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Springhill 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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Springhill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area438.4 sq mi (1,135.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates45.6502°N, 64.0487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 19.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 1, 2018.

Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 148 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 127 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 68 km
2009 Bill Category 1 185 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 267 km
2003 Juan Category 2 43 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 233 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 154 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1917 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA Earthquake + Landslide 7.0 m 2,000 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 4.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 5.1 in Wettest
December 24°F (-4°C) 5.1 in

Springhill has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (3.5").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area438.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home16.1%

Schools in Springhill

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nova Scotia Community College - - - -
Springhill Junior and Senior High School - - - -
West End Memorial School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Springhill

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFTA 107.9 Tantramar FM Amherst, NS community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHMA 106.9 FM Sackville, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 192 kbps
CHMA-FM 106.9 Mount Allison University - Sackville, NB campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Springhill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cumberland County Museum & Archives
Fort Beauséjour–Fort Cumberland Museum
Isabel Simpson Heritage Centre
Springhill Miners Museum

Libraries in Springhill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Four Fathers Memorial Library0.0
Oxford Library0.0

Gas Stations in Springhill

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Ultramar
XTR

Banks in Springhill

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CIBC

Breweries in Springhill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Trider's Craft Beer

Airports Near Springhill

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Springhill

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Collingwood Corner Post Office
Springhill Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Springhill

What is the population of Springhill?

Springhill has a population of 2,743 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 438.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Springhill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Springhill safe?

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

What is the weather like in Springhill?

Springhill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Springhill?

The unemployment rate in Springhill is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 85 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 16.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Springhill?

The median home value in Springhill is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Springhill?

32.9% of adults in Springhill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Springhill?

The average commute in Springhill is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Springhill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Springhill is 96.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 89.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish.

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