Livability Score

86
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (21) A+
Entertainment (26) A+
Food and Drink (95) A+
Fitness (20) A+
Groceries (20) A+
Parks (100) A+
Shops (248) A+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 4.0% take public transportation in Saint John.
Public Transit Stops (408)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.0%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Saint John is 84/100 - which is 3% lower than New Brunswick.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
F
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crime D+

Saint John crime rates are 3,835 per 100k, which is 23% lower than New Brunswick
Property Crime
2,670 crimes per 100k
C+
Violent Crime
1,166 crimes per 100k
D
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employment D+

The median income in Saint John is $62,576 - which is 11% lower than New Brunswick.
Med. Household Income
$62,576
F
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
B-
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (56)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A
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housing A-

Saint John home prices are $278,100 - which is 2% lower than New Brunswick
Home Price
$278,100
F
Home Appreciation Rate
42%
D
Home Affordability
4.4x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools B

The Saint John graduation rate is 82% - which is 3% higher than New Brunswick
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
82%
C-
Elementary Schools (21) F
High Schools (6) A+
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ratings A-

Saint John has an overall rating of 79% from 5 reviews.
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Saint John Area Facts

  • Saint John has a Livability Score of 86/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Saint John crime rates are 23% lower than the New Brunswick average
  • Cost of living in Saint John is 3% lower than the New Brunswick average

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      Saint John, NB

      New Brunswick’s second largest city sits right on the Bay of Fundy opposite Nova Scotia. Saint John is Canada’s oldest incorporated city, with the majority of its population being of Irish decent. This has pegged it as ‘Canada’s Irish City’, which has had a huge impact on the city’s culture. Much of Saint John’s economy has been shaped by its location, as it is the only city on the Bay of Fundy. It has a long history in shipbuilding, though new industries like tourism and the arts are a big factor on the city’s economy today. Saint John is also home to several forts, as well as a number of Canadian Forces reserve units.

      Living in Saint John can be quite wonderful, as it is has a very unique culture that stems from its Celtic roots. It has also been the home of numerous notable artists, musicians and actors, including Donald Sutherland, Walter Pidgeon and Louis B. Mayer. King Street is the best place to buy local arts and crafts, while Market Square is where many Saint John locals will say to go for some great food and drink. This is also a great place to go shopping, as is Brunswick Square. Both of these squares are right in the Uptown area close to St John River. In terms of housing, it is one of the most expensive areas in the city due to its location.

      Residents of Saint John are closely identified with the area that they live in. For example, Millidgeville is an upper-class area with a large French community, being home to the city’s only French school. This neighbourhood is also where the University of New Brunswick is located. Loch Lomond is home to a number of urban communities, while Carleton and Lancaster are working-class neighbourhoods. As a whole, Saint John is pretty safe, though common sense should be used after dark. The city also has quite an extensive network of buses that run throughout the entire city between 6am and midnight.

      The history and culture of Saint John are just a couple of the reasons why it is such a great city to live in. In fact, there are a number of National Historic Sites of Canada in Saint John, including Carleton Martello Tower, Fort Charnisay, the Imperial Theatre and Saint John City Market. It also has some great galleries and museums, like the New Brunswick Museum and Saint John Arts Centre. Also worth exploring is the Cherry Brook Zoo, King Square and the Exhibition Park Raceway, as well as going on a tour of the Moosehead Brewery.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Saint John? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Queen Square
      Rainbow Park
      Kings Square
      King Square
      Harbor Passage
      Loyalist Burial Ground
      U.C.T. Kidds Play Park
      Fort Howe

      Entertainment

      Three Sisters Light
      Trinity Cross
      Peter Buckland Gallery
      Cobalt Art Gallery
      Trinity Art Gallery
      Barbour's General Store
      Blink
      Saint John Theatre Company

      Food & Drink

      Callahan's
      Happinez Wine Bar
      Britt's Pub
      Cask & Kettle Irish Gastropub
      O'Leary's
      Eighty3 Bar•Arcade
      Gahan House Port City
      Big Tide Brewing Co.

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Saint John? Of all people who commute, 4.0% take public transportation in Saint John.
      Drive to Work
      42%

      2% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      3% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      1% higher than the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Saint John a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Centracare
      Saint Joseph's Hospital
      Saint John Regional Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Lawton's Drugs
      Phoenix Pharmacy
      Lawton's Drugs
      Guardian Drugs
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Shoppers Drug Mart

      Doctors

      Dr. M. Dakota
      CBI Health
      Crown Street Medical
      East Physiotherapy Clinic
      Dr. Fecteau
      Sexual Health Centre
      Community Health Centre
      Dr. Mary Jarratt