The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.
A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.
Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.
A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.
The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.
Statistic | Division No. 1, Subd. H | Newfoundland and Labrador | National |
Workers who drive to work | 27.2% | 35.6% | 40.0% |
Workers who carpool | 2.3% | 3.5% | 3.0% |
Workers who take public transit | 2.6% | 1.2% | 7.1% |
Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
Workers who walk | 0.0% | 2.2% | 3.2% |