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Yarmouth, NS

Nova Scotia

Yarmouth is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 181. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
181 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 245 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 23.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.1%
542% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment23.1%
Poverty19.8%
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+21.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute12 min

Is Yarmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yarmouth receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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, below-average incomes. Yarmouth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yarmouth is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yarmouth is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yarmouth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow.

Yarmouth has a population of 181 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents.

Population

181
Total Population
2021 Census
1,500
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Yarmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 2.8%

Social Characteristics

Yarmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yarmouth is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 23.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Yarmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.1%
542% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yarmouth is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 70 total housing units in the city. 23.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units70

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, Yarmouth receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Yarmouth 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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Yarmouth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates43.8335°N, 66.1156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.3"
32% above US avg
Snowfall 18.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.55"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.2 on Jan 13, 2024.

Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 130 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 30 km
Jan 13, 2024 148 km S of Yarmouth, Canada M3.2 148 km
Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 122 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 88 km
Jun 9, 2016 24 km S of Yarmouth, Canada M3.0 25 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 84 km
Jul 16, 2022 North Atlantic Ocean M2.6 128 km
Jan 31, 2023 Gulf of Maine M2.6 129 km
Jan 31, 2023 130 km SW of Yarmouth, Canada M2.6 130 km
Feb 10, 2021 28 km W of Yarmouth, Canada M2.6 28 km
Apr 16, 2022 53 km SE of Winter Harbor, Maine M2.6 126 km
Jan 11, 2022 8 km SE of Saint Andrews, Canada M2.6 148 km
May 29, 2014 52 km SW of Digby, Canada M2.5 55 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Teddy (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Teddy Category 1 275 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 229 km
2010 Earl Category 1 99 km
2009 Bill Category 1 169 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 8 km
2003 Juan Category 2 195 km
2002 Gustav Category 2 274 km
1996 Edouard Category 1 298 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 5.0 in
February 26°F (-4°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 32°F (0°C) 4.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
August 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Yarmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 26°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.3").

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7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 60% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+21.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Yarmouth

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJLS-FM "Y95" 95.5 Yarmouth, 93.5 Digby, 96.3 Shelburne, NS classic hits AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Yarmouth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Firefighters' Museum of Nova Scotia
W. Laurence Sweeny Fisheries Museum
Yarmouth County Museum and Archives

Libraries in Yarmouth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Yarmouth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yarmouth Farmers' Market

Hotels in Yarmouth

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn
Rodd Colony Harbour Inn
Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
Tru by Hilton Yarmouth

Cafes in Yarmouth

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blueberry Fields Bakery Cafe
Iceworks
Sip Cafe
Studio Yarmouth Cafe and Gallery
The Shanty Café
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Yarmouth

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineplex Cinemas Yarmouth

Monuments in Yarmouth

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Horse Fountain
Seafaring Sons of Yarmouth County

Clinics in Yarmouth

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Forever Healthy Allergy Clinic
Holistic Thyme Wellness Center
Tri-County Pregnancy Care Centre

Dentists in Yarmouth

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

H.T. LeBlanc Dental Inc.

Gas Stations in Yarmouth

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #11196072913
Irving
Irving
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Shell
Superstore
Ultramar

Banks in Yarmouth

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
CIBC
Coastal Financial Credit Union
RBC
RBC
Scotiabank
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in Yarmouth

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yarmouth Mall

Gyms in Yarmouth

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Defining Bodies Fitness
Jones' Gym
Mariners on Main
Super Nova Power Yoga

Golf Courses in Yarmouth

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yarmouth Links

Breweries in Yarmouth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heritage Brewing Co.
Rudder's Seafood Restaurant & Brewery
Tusket Falls Brewing Company

Airports Near Yarmouth

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Digby / Annapolis Regional AirportYDGMedium Airport
Yarmouth AirportYQIMedium Airport
Brier Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Finlay Air Park-Small Airport
Keizers Air Park-Small Airport
Lower East Pubnico (La Field) Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Yarmouth

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arcadia Post Office
Hebron Post Office
Yarmouth Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yarmouth

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Beacon United Church
Chegoggin Baptist Church
Holy Trinity Catherdral
New Hieghts Baptist Church
Saint Ambrose Co-Cathedral
Temple Baptist Church
The Salvation Army
Yarmouth Wesleyan Chuch

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yarmouth

What is the population of Yarmouth?

Yarmouth has a population of 181 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 1,500 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Yarmouth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Yarmouth safe?

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

What is the weather like in Yarmouth?

Yarmouth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches, with 18.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yarmouth?

The job market in Yarmouth faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 6 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Yarmouth?

The median home value in Yarmouth is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Yarmouth?

7.1% of adults in Yarmouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Yarmouth?

The average commute in Yarmouth is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Yarmouth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Yarmouth is 97.2% White. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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