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Truro, NS
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Truro, NS
At a Glance
How Truro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Truro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Truro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Truro residents earn a median household income of $54,800 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,480. The unemployment rate stands at 15.9% (342% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 402 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Truro is $194,000 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $860/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
14.3% of adults in Truro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 30.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Truro has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.0 inches.