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Traytown, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Traytown is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 279. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
279 Population 54/sq mi density
$61,200 Median Income $42,000 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$61,200 median income, 28.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,200
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 28.6%
694% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population279
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female50% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,200
Per Capita$42,000
Unemployment28.6%
Poverty14.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Traytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Traytown receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Traytown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Traytown is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.6%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Traytown is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Traytown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Traytown has a population of 279 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

279
Total Population
2021 Census
54
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Traytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages3.6%

Social Characteristics

Traytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Traytown is $61,200, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 28.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Traytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,200
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.6%
694% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Traytown is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Renter-Occupied8.8%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Traytown, 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: Traytown 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

Traytown has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates48.6666°N, 53.9648°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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