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Tignish Shore, PE

Prince Edward Island

Tignish Shore is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 64. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
64 Population 100/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$256,943 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 38.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$256,943 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,943
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 38.5%
969% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female50% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment38.5%
Poverty12.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,943
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+47.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Tignish Shore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tignish Shore receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Tignish Shore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tignish Shore is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 38.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tignish Shore is $256,943, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tignish Shore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Tignish Shore has a population of 64 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%).

Population

64
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tignish Shore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tignish Shore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tignish Shore is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 38.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tignish Shore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment38.5%
969% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tignish Shore is $256,943, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,943
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units30

Property Tax

In Tignish Shore, 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: Tignish Shore 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

Tignish Shore has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates46.9477°N, 63.9926°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+47.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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