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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /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
38°F Avg Temperature 237 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute28 min

Is York Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, York Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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

York Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches, including 26.9 inches of snow.

York Harbour has a population of 372 with a density of 69 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

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 Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
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. Per capita income is $36,000. The average weekly wage is $692, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: York Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,000
Avg Weekly Wage$692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.9%
286% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)12

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 175 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 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units175

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, York Harbour receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: York Harbour 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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York Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates49.0667°N, 58.3817°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.8"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 26.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.67"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.68"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gustav (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Gustav Category 1 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 5.7 in Wettest
February 17°F (-9°C) 4.0 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.4 in
April 33°F (1°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in
August 59°F (15°C) 4.9 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 5.6 in
November 34°F (1°C) 5.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 5.6 in

York Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 17°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (2.7").

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6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.3% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near York Harbour

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Corner Brook, NL (MP3 Stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps

Ski Resorts Near York Harbour

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Marble Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near York Harbour

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stephenville Dymond International AirportYJTMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About York Harbour

What is the population of York Harbour?

York Harbour has a population of 372 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 50% male.

Is York Harbour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% 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 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is York Harbour safe?

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

What is the weather like in York Harbour?

York Harbour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches, with 26.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in York Harbour?

The job market in York Harbour faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $692. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in York Harbour?

The median home value in York Harbour is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in York Harbour?

6.9% of adults in York Harbour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in York Harbour?

The average commute in York Harbour is 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of York Harbour?

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

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