Parrsboro

City in Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Parrsboro is a picturesque coastal town on Nova Scotia's Bay of Fundy, renowned for its dramatic tides, fossil-rich cliffs, and friendly community. Its small size makes it a welcoming destination offering rich maritime heritage, scenic landscapes, and a laid-back vibe.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Nova Scotia
Population
1,472
Time Zone
America/Halifax
Coordinates
45.41°, -64.33°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
80
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,650
Local Cost
$990
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
75
English
100
Temperature
6.2°C
Summer Avg
16.5°C
Winter Avg
-4.5°C
Record High
28.8°C
Record Low
-23.9°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
1069 mm
Internet Speed
29 Mbps
Upload
3 Mbps
Latency
129 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
Distance

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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 64/100.