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Victoria, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Victoria is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,658. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,658 Population 239/sq mi density
$61,200 Median Income $40,280 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$61,200 median income, 19.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,200
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.4%
439% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,658
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$61,200
Per Capita$40,280
Unemployment19.4%
Poverty19.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$750
Ownership81.6%
Housing Units705
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Victoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victoria receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Victoria has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victoria is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victoria is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Victoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches, including 22.9 inches of snow.

Victoria has a population of 1,658 with a density of 239 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents.

Population

1,658
Total Population
2021 Census
239
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Victoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Victoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victoria is $61,200, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,280. The average weekly wage is $775, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 19.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 51 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 7.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Victoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,200
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,280
Avg Weekly Wage$775

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.4%
439% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Victoria is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 81.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 705 total housing units in the city. 13.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.6%
Owner-Occupied81.6%
Renter-Occupied19.2%
Housing Units705

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, Victoria receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Victoria 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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Victoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates47.7666°N, 53.2314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 22.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.66"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 190 km
2021 Larry Category 1 115 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 181 km
2010 Igor Category 1 130 km
1982 Debby Category 2 194 km
1980 Georges Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 4.9 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 4.6 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.2 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in
May 44°F (6°C) 3.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.1 in

Victoria has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 22°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (3.7").

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5.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Schools in Victoria

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Persalvic Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Victoria

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOCM-AM 590 St. John's, NL AAC+ 57 kbps
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
VOAR 96.7 "Lighthouse FM" St. John's, NL christian MP3 128 kbps
Tits.FM MP3 56 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Victoria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cupids Legacy Centre
Gordon G. Pike Railway Heritage Museum
Hawthorne Cottage
Heart's Content Cable Station
Railway Station Museum
Willow Tree Heritage Museum

Libraries in Victoria

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bay Roberts Public Library0.0
Brigus Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Victoria

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clarkes Supply Ltd
Irving

Stadiums & Teams in Victoria

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Victoria

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island AirportSmall Airport
Clarenville AirportSmall Airport
Harbour Grace AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Victoria

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Victoria

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Pentecostal Church
United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Victoria

What is the population of Victoria?

Victoria has a population of 1,658 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 239 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Victoria expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Victoria safe?

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

What is the weather like in Victoria?

Victoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches, with 22.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Victoria?

The job market in Victoria faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $775. There are 51 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 7.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Victoria?

The median home value in Victoria is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 81.6%.

How are the schools in Victoria?

5.7% of adults in Victoria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Victoria?

The average commute in Victoria is 27 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Victoria?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Victoria is 99.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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