Deer Lake

City in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Overview

Deer Lake is a tranquil town in western Newfoundland, known for its gateway position to Gros Morne National Park and the natural beauty of Deer Lake itself. With its friendly community, lively local scene, and scenic landscapes, it's popular with outdoor enthusiasts and travelers exploring Newfoundland.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Newfoundland and Labrador
Population
4,602
Time Zone
America/St_Johns
Coordinates
49.17°, -57.43°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
84
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,032
Local Cost
$1,212
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
85
English
99
Temperature
3.2°C
Summer Avg
14.5°C
Winter Avg
-7.6°C
Record High
29.1°C
Record Low
-28.7°C
Humidity
89%
Precipitation
1176 mm
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
YDF
Distance
6 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.