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Winterton, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Winterton is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 436. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
436 Population 106/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $33,800 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 236 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 25.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,600
18% 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 25.8%
617% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$33,800
Unemployment25.8%
Poverty17.5%
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$752
Ownership95.2%
Housing Units210
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+35.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min

Is Winterton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winterton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Winterton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winterton is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 25.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winterton 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 1.6x 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%. 35.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Winterton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow.

Winterton has a population of 436 with a density of 106 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

436
Total Population
2021 Census
106
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Winterton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winterton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winterton is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $650, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 25.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 60.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Winterton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,800
Avg Weekly Wage$650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.8%
617% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winterton is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 210 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, 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 Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.2%
Owner-Occupied95.2%
Renter-Occupied4.8%
Housing Units210

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, Winterton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Winterton 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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Winterton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates47.9561°N, 53.3280°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.9"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 23.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.94"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.70"

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 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 210 km
2021 Larry Category 1 94 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 203 km
2010 Igor Category 1 151 km
1982 Debby Category 2 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 4.9 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.6 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.2 in
April 35°F (1°C) 4.2 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.4 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.3 in

Winterton has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 22°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (3.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+35.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Radio Stations near Winterton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHVO "New Country 103.9" Carbonear, NL country AAC 130 kbps
Tits.FM MP3 56 kbps

Museums in Winterton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heart's Content Cable Station
Railway Station Museum
Willow Tree Heritage Museum

Gas Stations in Winterton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hindy's Gas Bar

Stadiums & Teams in Winterton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Winterton

4 airports within the area.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Winterton

What is the population of Winterton?

Winterton has a population of 436 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Winterton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% 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 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Winterton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Winterton?

Winterton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches, with 23.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Winterton?

The job market in Winterton faces challenges, with unemployment at 25.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $650. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 60.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Winterton?

The median home value in Winterton is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 95.2%.

How are the schools in Winterton?

0.0% of adults in Winterton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Winterton?

The average commute in Winterton is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 60.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Winterton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Winterton is 98.8% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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