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Whiteway, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Whiteway is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 351. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
351 Population 40/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $52,000 per capita
$218,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 235 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$218,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,000
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$52,000
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty15.2%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+5.4%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Whiteway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiteway receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Whiteway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiteway is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiteway is $218,000, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whiteway 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 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Whiteway has a population of 351 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

351
Total Population
2021 Census
40
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiteway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiteway is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Whiteway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiteway is $218,000, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,000
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

In Whiteway, 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: Whiteway 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

Whiteway has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates47.6832°N, 53.4814°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.5%

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