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Stellarton, NS

Nova Scotia

Stellarton is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 4,007. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,007 Population 1,154/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $40,640 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$780 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 243 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $780/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,007
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,154/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$40,640
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty17.3%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$780
Ownership61.8%
Housing Units1,885
Rent Burden16.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+30.1%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Stellarton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stellarton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Stellarton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stellarton is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stellarton is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x 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

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stellarton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Stellarton has a population of 4,007 with a density of 1,154 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents.

Population

4,007
Total Population
2021 Census
1,154
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Stellarton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Stellarton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stellarton is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,640. The average weekly wage is $782, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 124 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Stellarton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,640
Avg Weekly Wage$782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stellarton is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 61.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,885 total housing units in the city. 16.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, 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$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.8%
Owner-Occupied61.8%
Renter-Occupied37.9%
Housing Units1,885

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, Stellarton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Stellarton 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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Stellarton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density1,154/sq mi
Coordinates45.5585°N, 62.6607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.1"
34% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 43 km
2009 Bill Category 1 129 km
2003 Juan Category 2 101 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 138 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 85 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 199 km
1989 Dean Category 1 284 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 2,000 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 4.5 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 4.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 28°F (-3°C) 5.2 in

Stellarton has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 20°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (3.4").

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13.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+30.1%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,154/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

Schools in Stellarton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
NSCC - - - -
GR Saunders Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Stellarton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKEZ-FM "Q97.9" - New Glasgow, NS active rock, classic rock AAC 132 kbps
CKEC-FM 94.1 "The Breeze" - New Glasgow, NS new format rebranding, pictou county AAC 130 kbps

Museums in Stellarton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carmichael-Stewart House Museum
McCulloch House Museum & Genealogy Centre
Museum of Industry
Museum of Industry
Museum of Industry

Libraries in Stellarton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
New Glasgow Public Library0.0
Pictou Public Library0.0
Stellarton Public Library0.0
Trenton Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Stellarton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Love Local Vendor Village

Cafes in Stellarton

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Stellarton

9 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cornish Pump House
James P Robertson VC Memorial
Military Armoured Vehicle
Miner's Memorial Monument
Miner's Monument
Monument - Frank Sobey
Stone Monuments - Foord St Stellarton
War Cenotaph
War Memorials

Gas Stations in Stellarton

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Irving
Sobeys Fast Fuel

Banks in Stellarton

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC
Scotiabank

Breweries in Stellarton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Backstage Brewing

Airports Near Stellarton

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Centredale Airport-Small Airport
Thorburn Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Stellarton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stellarton

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
First Presbyterian Church
New Life Pentecostal Church
Sharon Saint John Hall
Sharon Saint John United Church of Canada

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stellarton

What is the population of Stellarton?

Stellarton has a population of 4,007 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1,154 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Stellarton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% 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 $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Stellarton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stellarton?

Stellarton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stellarton?

The job market in Stellarton faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $782. There are 124 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 15.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stellarton?

The median home value in Stellarton is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 61.8%.

How are the schools in Stellarton?

13.2% of adults in Stellarton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Stellarton?

The average commute in Stellarton is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stellarton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stellarton is 96.2% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% Asian. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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