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Stephenville Crossing, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Stephenville Crossing is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,634. Residents earn $47,200 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,634 Population 136/sq mi density
$47,200 Median Income $36,000 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$47,200 median income, 28.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $705/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,200
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 28.0%
678% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,634
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,200
Per Capita$36,000
Unemployment28.0%
Poverty26.6%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units750
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

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

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+26.7%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Stephenville Crossing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stephenville Crossing receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Stephenville Crossing has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stephenville Crossing is $47,200, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stephenville Crossing is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Stephenville Crossing has a population of 1,634 with a density of 136 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%).

Population

1,634
Total Population
2021 Census
136
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
12.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stephenville Crossing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stephenville Crossing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stephenville Crossing is $47,200, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 28.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Stephenville Crossing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,200
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.0%
678% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stephenville Crossing is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Renter-Occupied31.3%
Housing Units750

Property Tax

In Stephenville Crossing, 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: Stephenville Crossing 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

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+26.7%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area12.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home10.0%

Nearby Cities

St. George's, NL 1,139 pop · 5.4 mi Stephenville, NL 6,540 pop · 7.7 mi Kippens, NL 1,842 pop · 9.8 mi Bay St. George South, NL 1,103 pop · 26.6 mi Humber Arm South, NL 1,537 pop · 37.7 mi Corner Brook, NL 19,333 pop · 38.0 mi Massey Drive, NL 1,606 pop · 38.6 mi Irishtown-Summerside, NL 1,260 pop · 39.2 mi Pasadena, NL 3,524 pop · 52.1 mi Deer Lake, NL 4,864 pop · 64.7 mi Burgeo, NL 1,176 pop · 71.7 mi Channel-Port aux Basques, NL 3,547 pop · 71.9 mi
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