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St. Alban's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

St. Alban's is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,189. Residents earn $53,200 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,189 Population 150/sq mi density
$53,200 Median Income $37,300 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 4.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 216 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$53,200 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $604/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,200
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

How St. Alban's Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,189
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,200
Per Capita$37,300
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty23.4%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$604
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units560
Rent Burden4.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+25.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is St. Alban's a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Alban's receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. St. Alban's has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Alban's is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.4% 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 St. Alban's is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x 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%. 25.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Alban's has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches, including 35.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

St. Alban's has a population of 1,189 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

1,189
Total Population
2021 Census
150
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Alban's vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Alban's vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Alban's is $53,200, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: St. Alban's vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,200
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Alban's is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% 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$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden4.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Renter-Occupied8.9%
Housing Units560

Property Tax

In St. Alban's, 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: St. Alban's 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

St. Alban's has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.0 inches. The area enjoys 216 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.0 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall35.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates47.8667°N, 55.8483°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
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+25.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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