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St. Stephen, NB

New Brunswick

St. Stephen is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 4,510. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,510 Population 851/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $37,120 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 15.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,510
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density851/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$37,120
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty21.0%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$750
Ownership60.2%
Housing Units2,075
Rent Burden15.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+36.1%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute17 min

Is St. Stephen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Stephen receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. St. Stephen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Stephen is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Stephen is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow.

St. Stephen has a population of 4,510 with a density of 851 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents.

Population

4,510
Total Population
2021 Census
851
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Stephen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 5.0%

Social Characteristics

St. Stephen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Stephen is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,120. The average weekly wage is $714, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 140 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Stephen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,120
Avg Weekly Wage$714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)140

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Stephen is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 60.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,075 total housing units in the city. 15.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, 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$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden15.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.2%
Owner-Occupied60.2%
Renter-Occupied39.8%
Housing Units2,075

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. Stephen receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Stephen 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. Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 19.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density851/sq mi
Coordinates45.1804°N, 67.2953°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 19.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 14, 2023.

Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 127 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 74 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 72 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 48 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 147 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 82 km
Jan 14, 2023 7 km ESE of Dedham, Maine M3.3 116 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 72 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 72 km
Oct 25, 2001 4 km S of Howland, Maine M3.3 108 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 47 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 91 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 32 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 61 km
Mar 30, 2010 7 km WSW of Dedham, Maine M3.0 128 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 61 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 85 km
Aug 11, 2022 4 km E of Centerville, Maine M2.8 59 km
Aug 11, 2022 Maine M2.8 60 km
Jul 25, 2013 32 km N of Keswick Ridge, Canada M2.8 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 242 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 176 km
2003 Juan Category 2 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUNKEN STR (1,201 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 SUNKEN STR 1,201 38 km
1984 UNNAMED 901 71 km
2006 CENTERVILLE FIRE 705 63 km
2001 UNNAMED 627 74 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.5 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.2 in

St. Stephen has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 16°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.0").

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12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+36.1%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density851/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Schools in St. Stephen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Milltown Elementary School - - - -
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Museums in St. Stephen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALEXANDER CRAWFORD HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074547476
CHARLOTTE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DOWNEAST HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2074547878
DR. JOB HOLMES COTTAGE & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2074542604
PEMBROKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION116 CENTER ST7812939083
ROBBINSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074541264
ST CROIX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2074542604
WAPONAHKI MUSEUM AND CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM59 PASSAMAQUODDY ROAD2078532600
Chocolate Museum
Oppenheimer-Prager Museum at Dayspring
Quoddy Learning Centre
Ross Memorial Museum
Tourism New Brunswick

Libraries in St. Stephen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CALAIS FREE LIBRARY9 UNION STREET0.019,538
PEMBROKE LIBRARY221 OLD COUNTY ROAD0.02,855
WOODLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY169 MAIN STREET0.01,950
Charlotte County Archives0.0
Ross Memorial Library0.0
Saint Croix Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in St. Stephen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Perry-Sunrise County Farmers' MarketFire Department parking lot on Rt.1 (municipal building)
St. Andrews Farmers' Market
Sunrise County Farmers' MarketTriangle Park06/17/2014 to 10/07/2014Tue: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes

Gas Stations in St. Stephen

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Cell Towers in St. Stephen

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
TOWER RDGTOWER130
TOWER RDGTOWER130
ROUTE 1LTOWER127
ROUTE 1LTOWER127

Superfund Sites Near St. Stephen

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WOODLAND PULP MILL144 MAIN STWASHINGTON

Airports Near St. Stephen

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Brookton Landing Field-Small Airport
Cowboys Air Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Cutler Regional Airport-Small Airport
Deblois Flight Strip-Small Airport
Drisko Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Gillespie Field-Small Airport
Grand Manan Airport-Small Airport
Lubec Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Machias Valley Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Princeton Municipal AirportPNNSmall Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in St. Stephen

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Calais Outpatient OfficeBoth207-554-2352

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Stephen

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Milltown Baptist Church
St. Croix Christian Centre
St. Stephen Catholic Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Stephen

What is the population of St. Stephen?

St. Stephen has a population of 4,510 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 851 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.

Is St. Stephen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% 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 $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Stephen safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Stephen?

St. Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 19.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Stephen?

The job market in St. Stephen faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $714. There are 140 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Stephen?

The median home value in St. Stephen is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 60.2%.

How are the schools in St. Stephen?

12.3% of adults in St. Stephen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Stephen?

The average commute in St. Stephen is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Stephen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Stephen is 95.2% White, 2.5% Asian. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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