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York Harbour, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

York Harbour is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 372. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
372 Population 69/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $36,000 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 13.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.9%
286% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population372
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$36,000
Unemployment13.9%
Poverty10.8%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+23.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is York Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. York Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in York Harbour is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in York Harbour is $190,000, 33% 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 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

York Harbour has a population of 372 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

372
Total Population
2021 Census
69
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

York Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

York Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in York Harbour is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: York Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.9%
286% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in York Harbour is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% 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 Units175

Property Tax

In York Harbour, 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: York Harbour 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

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+23.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Humber Arm South, NL 1,537 pop · 11.9 mi Irishtown-Summerside, NL 1,260 pop · 19.0 mi Corner Brook, NL 19,333 pop · 21.1 mi Massey Drive, NL 1,606 pop · 23.8 mi Pasadena, NL 3,524 pop · 35.6 mi Stephenville, NL 6,540 pop · 36.8 mi Kippens, NL 1,842 pop · 37.5 mi Stephenville Crossing, NL 1,634 pop · 39.2 mi Deer Lake, NL 4,864 pop · 43.5 mi St. George's, NL 1,139 pop · 44.3 mi Bay St. George South, NL 1,103 pop · 61.7 mi
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