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Triton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Triton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 896. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
896 Population 308/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 23.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
1.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.1%
542% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population896
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density308/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment23.1%
Poverty19.4%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units390
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Triton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Triton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Triton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Triton is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 23.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Triton is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Triton has a population of 896 with a density of 308 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

896
Total Population
2021 Census
308
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Triton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Triton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Triton is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Triton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.1%
542% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Triton is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units390

Property Tax

In Triton, 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: Triton 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%
Premature Death95/100K

Food & Exercise

1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.9%
94% below US avg
High School+26.9%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density308/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Nearby Cities

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