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Stewiacke, NS

Nova Scotia

Stewiacke is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 1,557. Residents earn $65,500 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,557 Population 229/sq mi density
$65,500 Median Income $44,300 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$1,030 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 242 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$65,500 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $1,030/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,500
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,030
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,557
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female46% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,500
Per Capita$44,300
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty15.7%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$1,030
Ownership61.5%
Housing Units715
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Stewiacke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stewiacke 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. Stewiacke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stewiacke is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stewiacke is $220,000, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stewiacke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Stewiacke has a population of 1,557 with a density of 229 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents.

Population

1,557
Total Population
2021 Census
229
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stewiacke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Stewiacke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stewiacke is $65,500, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,300 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 10.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stewiacke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,500
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,300
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Stewiacke is $220,000, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,030 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 61.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 715 total housing units in the city. 23.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,030
11% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.5%
Owner-Occupied61.5%
Renter-Occupied39.2%
Housing Units715

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, Stewiacke receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Stewiacke 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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Stewiacke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates45.1335°N, 63.3487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.35"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 143 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 56 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 42 km
2009 Bill Category 1 106 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 271 km
2003 Juan Category 2 89 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 161 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 76 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 247 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 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 3.9 in
March 29°F (-1°C) 4.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.2 in

Stewiacke has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 21°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (3.7").

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7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Radio Stations near Stewiacke

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Halifax, NS (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Music Atlantic (Halifax) MP3 Stream blues, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Halifax local news, public AAC 48 kbps
CKUL-FM "The Breeze 96.5" Halifax, NS new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary AAC 132 kbps
Cat Country 102.9 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 107.3 (US) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Cat Country 106.3 (US) country AAC+ 64 kbps
Surge 105 - AAC 128 kbps
CKVE-FM 88.7 "Cove FM" Halifax, NS community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKHZ-FM "Hot Country 103.5" Halifax, NS country AAC 128 kbps
Seaside FM 105.9 - CFEP-FM - Eastern Passage community radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouvelle-Écosse, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador) Halifax, NS radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKHY-FM 105.1 "Surge 105" Dartmouth, NS active rock AAC 128 kbps
CIOE-FM 97.5 Lower Sackville, NS community radio MP3 96 kbps
100.9 The Wave - CKTO-FM, Truro 80s, 90s MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Stewiacke

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Colchester Historeum
Lawrence House Museum
Little White Schoolhouse
Tin Shop Museum

Libraries in Stewiacke

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Colchester - East Hants Public Library0.0
Elmsdale Branch, Colchester-East Hants Public Library0.0
Musquodoboit Valley Library Office0.0

Farmers Markets in Stewiacke

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Truro Farmers Market

Cafes in Stewiacke

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Stewiacke

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Ultramar

Golf Courses in Stewiacke

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fox Hollow Golf Club

Breweries in Stewiacke

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Chill Street Craft Beverage Co.
Truro Brewing Company

Airports Near Stewiacke

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halifax / Stanfield International AirportYHZLarge Airport
Centredale Airport-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Porters Lake Airport-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stewiacke

What is the population of Stewiacke?

Stewiacke has a population of 1,557 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 229 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.5% male.

Is Stewiacke expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Stewiacke safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stewiacke?

Stewiacke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stewiacke?

The unemployment rate in Stewiacke is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 10.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stewiacke?

The median home value in Stewiacke is $220,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,030. The homeownership rate is 61.5%.

How are the schools in Stewiacke?

7.3% of adults in Stewiacke hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Stewiacke?

The average commute in Stewiacke is 27 minutes. 82% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stewiacke?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stewiacke is 98.4% White, 1% Black or African American, 1% Asian. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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