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St. Nicholas, PE

Prince Edward Island

St. Nicholas is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 218. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
218 Population 27/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+38.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is St. Nicholas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Nicholas receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. St. Nicholas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Nicholas is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Nicholas is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Nicholas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

St. Nicholas has a population of 218 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

218
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Nicholas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Nicholas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Nicholas is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: St. Nicholas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Nicholas is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units80

Property Tax

In St. Nicholas, 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. Nicholas 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. Nicholas has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall14.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates46.4255°N, 63.9490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
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+38.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Nearby Cities

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