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Summerford, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Summerford is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 805. Residents earn $54,400 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
805 Population 130/sq mi density
$54,400 Median Income $35,500 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 7.8% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$54,400 median income, 23.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $604/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,400
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.3%
547% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.8%
100% higher than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$54,400
Per Capita$35,500
Unemployment23.3%
Poverty24.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$604
Ownership82.9%
Housing Units380
Rent Burden7.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Summerford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerford receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Summerford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerford is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerford is $120,000, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x 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

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Summerford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow.

Summerford has a population of 805 with a density of 130 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents.

Population

805
Total Population
2021 Census
130
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerford is $54,400, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,500. The average weekly wage is $683, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 23.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Summerford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,400
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,500
Avg Weekly Wage$683

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.3%
547% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.8%
100% above US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerford is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 82.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 380 total housing units in the city. 7.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden7.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.9%
Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units380

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, Summerford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Summerford 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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Summerford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 20.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates49.4832°N, 54.7814°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 20.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 132 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.3 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in
October 44°F (6°C) 4.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 3.5 in

Summerford has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 18°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (3.0").

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2.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 94% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Summerford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
New World Island Academy
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Radio Stations near Summerford

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Summerford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beothuk Interpretation Centre
Durrell Museum
Isles Wooden Boat Museum
Long Point Lighthouse Historical Exhibit
Moreton's Harbour Museum
Prime Berth Museum
Twillingate Museum

Libraries in Summerford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Summerford Public Library0.0
Twillingate Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Summerford

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving

Breweries in Summerford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Split Rock

Airports Near Summerford

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gander International AirportYQXMedium Airport
Exploits Valley Botwood AirportSmall Airport
Fogo AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Summerford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Summerford Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Summerford

What is the population of Summerford?

Summerford has a population of 805 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.1% male.

Is Summerford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Summerford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Summerford?

Summerford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Summerford?

The job market in Summerford faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $683. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Summerford?

The median home value in Summerford is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 82.9%.

How are the schools in Summerford?

2.1% of adults in Summerford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Summerford?

The average commute in Summerford is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Summerford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Summerford is 100% White. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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