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Witless Bay, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Witless Bay is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,640. Residents earn $103,000 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,640 Population 241/sq mi density
$103,000 Median Income $62,800 per capita
$324,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 6.6% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 229 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$103,000 median income, 14.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,000
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.5%
303% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,640
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$103,000
Per Capita$62,800
Unemployment14.5%
Poverty6.4%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$324,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units610
Rent Burden6.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+22.9%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Witless Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Witless Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Witless Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Witless Bay is $103,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Witless Bay among higher-income communities. At 14.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Witless Bay is $324,000, 15% above the national median. 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

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Witless Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches, including 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Witless Bay has a population of 1,640 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,640
Total Population
2021 Census
241
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Witless Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Witless Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Witless Bay is $103,000, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Witless Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,000
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.5%
303% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Witless Bay is $324,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden6.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.7%
Renter-Occupied4.1%
Housing Units610

Property Tax

In Witless Bay, 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: Witless Bay 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

Witless Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. The area enjoys 229 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall21.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates47.2832°N, 52.8314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+22.9%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

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