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Strait Shores, NB

New Brunswick

Strait Shores is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 2,077. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,077 Population 2,036/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 257 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
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,077
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2,036/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units831
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Strait Shores a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strait Shores is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strait Shores is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 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.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Strait Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow.

Strait Shores has a population of 2,077 with a density of 2,036 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

2,077
Total Population
2,036
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Strait Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Strait Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strait Shores is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 64 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Strait Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Strait Shores is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 831 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units831

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, Strait Shores receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Strait Shores 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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Strait Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 15.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,036/sq mi
Coordinates46.0897°N, 64.0764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 15.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.29"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 2, 2018.

Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 134 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 127 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 136 km
Feb 2, 2018 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 137 km
Nov 28, 2013 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 137 km
Apr 24, 2015 67 km NW of Salisbury, Canada M2.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 94 km
2009 Bill Category 1 225 km
2003 Juan Category 2 24 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 260 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 189 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Strait Shores has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (3.1").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,036/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Strait Shores

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFTA 107.9 Tantramar FM Amherst, NS community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHMA 106.9 FM Sackville, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 192 kbps
CHMA-FM 106.9 Mount Allison University - Sackville, NB campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
CJSE 89.5 "Country 89" Shediac, NB francophone country, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Strait Shores

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Beauséjour–Fort Cumberland Museum

Libraries in Strait Shores

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cap-Pelé Public Library0.0
Port Elgin Public Library0.0

Airports Near Strait Shores

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Debert Airport-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Strait Shores

What is the population of Strait Shores?

Strait Shores has a population of 2,077 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 2,036 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Strait Shores expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Strait Shores safe?

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

What is the weather like in Strait Shores?

Strait Shores has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 15.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Strait Shores?

The unemployment rate in Strait Shores is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 64 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Strait Shores?

The median home value in Strait Shores is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Strait Shores?

32.9% of adults in Strait Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Strait Shores?

The average commute in Strait Shores is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Strait Shores?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Strait Shores is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Botsford, NB 1,120 pop · 5.2 mi Tidnish, NS 1,327 pop · 7.4 mi Cap-Pele, NB 2,441 pop · 12.9 mi Cap-Acadie, NB 9,165 pop · 14.2 mi Beaubassin East, NB 6,718 pop · 18.3 mi Amherst, NS 9,404 pop · 18.7 mi Tantramar, NB 14,545 pop · 18.9 mi Sackville, NB 6,099 pop · 19.3 mi Beckwith, ON 9,021 pop · 21.7 mi Memramcook, NB 5,029 pop · 23.5 mi Shediac, NB 7,535 pop · 24.0 mi Saint-Joseph, NB 1,549 pop · 24.7 mi Summerside, PE 16,001 pop · 25.0 mi Oxford, NS 1,170 pop · 26.6 mi
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