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Town Plat, NB

New Brunswick · Fredericton Metro

Town Plat is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 6,104. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,104 Population 50/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 233 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 Town Plat Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,104
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density50/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 Units2,442
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Town Plat a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Town Plat 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 Town Plat 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

Town Plat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches, including 68.8 inches of snow.

Town Plat has a population of 6,104 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 121.0 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

6,104
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
121.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Town Plat 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

Town Plat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Town Plat 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 189 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Town Plat 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)189

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 Town Plat 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 2,442 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 Units2,442

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, Town Plat receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Town Plat 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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Town Plat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 68.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area121.0 sq mi (313.4 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates45.9612°N, 66.6499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.6"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 68.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 118 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 116 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 116 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 117 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 28 km
Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 142 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 141 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 93 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 123 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 75 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 116 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 116 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 116 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 70 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 76 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 141 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 141 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 67 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 116 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 250 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 243 km
2003 Juan Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 4.2 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
November 35°F (1°C) 4.2 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Town Plat has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 17°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.2").

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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 Density50/sq mi
Total Area121.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Town Plat

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Town Plat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fredericton Region Museum
New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame
Quartermain Earth Science Centre
School Days Museum
Science East

Libraries in Town Plat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Dre-Marguerite-Michaud0.0
Fredericton Public Library0.0
Harriet Irving Library0.0
I.U.C. Science Library0.0
Nashwaaksis Library0.0
Oromocto Public Library0.0
UNB Engineering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Town Plat

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boyce Farmer's Market
Boyce Farmers Market
Garrison Night Market
The Cultural Market

Cafes in Town Plat

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Lily Dipper Cafe
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Town Plat

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wilmot Park Monument

Theme Parks in Town Plat

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

New Brunswick Exhibition

Clinics in Town Plat

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mental Health Clinic

Gas Stations in Town Plat

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Breweries in Town Plat

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Graystone Brewery
The Picaroons Roundhouse
Union Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Town Plat

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Town Plat

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Doaktown Airport-Small Airport
Juniper Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Town Plat

What is the population of Town Plat?

Town Plat has a population of 6,104 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 121.0 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 Town Plat 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 Town Plat safe?

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

What is the weather like in Town Plat?

Town Plat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches, with 68.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Town Plat?

The unemployment rate in Town Plat 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 189 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 Town Plat?

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

How are the schools in Town Plat?

32.9% of adults in Town Plat 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 Town Plat?

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

What are the demographics of Town Plat?

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

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