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St. Joseph's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

St. Joseph's is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 86. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 8/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 227 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units40
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+21.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute5 min

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

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Joseph's is $66,531, 11% 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 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Joseph's is $150,000, 47% 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 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Joseph's has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow.

St. Joseph's has a population of 86 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

86
Total Population
2021 Census
8
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
11.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Joseph's vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Joseph's vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Joseph's is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Joseph's is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 40 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units40

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, St. Joseph's receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Joseph's 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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St. Joseph's has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates47.1166°N, 53.5148°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.2"
58% above US avg
Snowfall 21.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.71"
Driest Month (May) 4.29"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 158 km
2021 Larry Category 1 85 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 124 km
2010 Igor Category 1 62 km
2001 Erin Category 1 299 km
1982 Debby Category 2 149 km
1980 Georges Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake 70 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 5.6 in
February 24°F (-4°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 5.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 4.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in Driest
June 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
July 58°F (15°C) 4.5 in
August 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.7 in Wettest
November 38°F (4°C) 5.7 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 5.6 in

St. Joseph's has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 24°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.7") and May the driest (4.3").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+21.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area11.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near St. Joseph's

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Tits.FM MP3 56 kbps

Airports Near St. Joseph's

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bell Island AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Joseph's

What is the population of St. Joseph's?

St. Joseph's has a population of 86 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is St. Joseph's expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Joseph's safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Joseph's?

St. Joseph's has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches, with 21.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Joseph's?

The unemployment rate in St. Joseph's is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 5 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Joseph's?

The median home value in St. Joseph's is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

How are the schools in St. Joseph's?

0.0% of adults in St. Joseph's hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Joseph's?

The average commute in St. Joseph's is 5 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Joseph's?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Joseph's is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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