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Trout River, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Trout River is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 508. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
508 Population 226/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $29,800 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 232 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 35.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 35.7%
892% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population508
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$29,800
Unemployment35.7%
Poverty25.2%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+32.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Trout River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trout River receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Trout River has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trout River is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 35.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trout River is $100,000, 65% 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 1.8x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Trout River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow.

Trout River has a population of 508 with a density of 226 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

508
Total Population
2021 Census
226
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Trout River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trout River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trout River is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $573, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 35.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 13.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Trout River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,800
Avg Weekly Wage$573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment35.7%
892% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Trout River is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied11.6%
Housing Units215

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, Trout River receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Trout River 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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Trout River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates49.4833°N, 58.1317°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
51% above US avg
Snowfall 29.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gustav (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Gustav Category 1 212 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 15°F (-10°C) 4.4 in Coldest
March 22°F (-6°C) 3.6 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 4.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 5.1 in
September 50°F (10°C) 5.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 5.7 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 5.6 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 6.1 in

Trout River has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 15°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (3.0").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 65.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+32.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone65.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Museums in Trout River

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gros Morne Wildlife Museum
Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse

Libraries in Trout River

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
E.L. Roberts Memorial Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Trout River

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Marble Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near Trout River

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Deer Lake AirportYDFMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trout River

What is the population of Trout River?

Trout River has a population of 508 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 48% male.

Is Trout River expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Trout River safe?

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

What is the weather like in Trout River?

Trout River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches, with 29.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Trout River?

The job market in Trout River faces challenges, with unemployment at 35.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $573. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 13.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Trout River?

The median home value in Trout River is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

How are the schools in Trout River?

0.0% of adults in Trout River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Trout River?

The average commute in Trout River is 28 minutes. 65.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Trout River?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Trout River is 98.1% White, 1.9% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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