Performance
Score Breakdown
Edmundston
Springfield
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Edmundston is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
1% lower compared to Springfield.
Housing costs are a major driver: Edmundston's average rent is
35% higher than Springfield's.
| Metric | Edmundston | Springfield | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,281 | $950 | +35% |
| Groceries | $318 | $400 | -21% |
| Utilities | $125 | $180 | -31% |
| Transport | $163 | $120 | +36% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $250 | -100% |
| Monthly Total | $1,887 | $1,900 | -1% |
| Cost Index | 85 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Springfield offers 37% lower average salaries.
The minimum comfortable salary in Edmundston is estimated at
$27,130 vs $33,240 in Springfield.
| Metric | Edmundston | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $30,938 | $49,276 |
| Salary Needed | $27,130 | $33,240 |
| Household Income | $41,464 | $47,143 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Edmundston | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 76.00% | 65.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Edmundston has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
10,500 minutes (175 hours) per year compared to Springfield.
Springfield scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Edmundston leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Edmundston | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | min | 21 min |
| Transit Score | 10.0/10 | 13.0/10 |
| Walkability | 60.0/10 | 6.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 45.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Springfield is the larger city
— approximately 0.3x the population of Edmundston.
From a growth perspective, Edmundston is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Springfield has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Edmundston | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,508 | 58,190 |
| Pop. Growth | 1.84% | % |
| Median Age | 49.7 | 37.9 |
| Unemployment | 6.91% | 4.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Edmundston
Advantages
Crime rates are 24% lower than the New Brunswick average.
The cost of living is lower than the national average.
Good access to wellness, fitness, and outdoor spaces.
A new regional public transit system, FlexGo, was launched in February 2025.
The city has a strong sense of community.
Drawbacks
Public transit options were historically limited, though improving with FlexGo.
The average salary in Edmundston is 20% lower than the Canadian average.
The population has a higher proportion of seniors compared to the provincial average.
Education options nearby may require commuting.
The median age is higher than the national average.
Springfield
Advantages
Cost of living is approximately 15% below the national average, with housing costs running about 46% below the national norm. [25]
Median rent for a two-bedroom apartment is approximately $920 per month, significantly lower than the national average of $1,430. [25]
The median home value in Springfield is $102,100, which is 64% below the national average. [41]
Springfield has a lower rent-to-income ratio compared to other small metros in Ohio, indicating better rental affordability. [14]
The city is actively working on downtown revitalization, with new residential housing and entertainment venues. [30]
Drawbacks
Springfield has a high crime rate, significantly above both state and national averages, with a concerning trend in violent and property crimes. [9, 26]
The violent crime rate in Springfield is 1371.1 per 100,000 residents, which is substantially higher than the national average. [9]
Springfield has one of the highest crime rates in America, with a chance of becoming a victim of crime being one in 17. [26]
The city's walkability score is very low, indicating a high dependency on cars for transportation. [22, 38]
The median household income of $47,143 is below the national average, and the poverty rate is 23.1%, higher than the national average. [3, 39]
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Edmundston
#23New Brunswick, Canada
70.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,281
Avg Salary
$30,938
Cost Index
Commute
min
Transit Score
10.0/10
Walkability
60.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
1.84%
Unemployment
6.91%
Livability
70
Business
0
Springfield
#113Ohio, USA
65.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$950
Avg Salary
$49,276
Cost Index
85
Commute
21 min
Transit Score
13.0/10
Walkability
6.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
4.00%
Livability
70
Business
60
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