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Baie Verte, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Baie Verte is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 1,311. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,311 Population 9/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $43,400 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$710 Median Rent 8.1% income on rent
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 20.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $710/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.6%
472% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Baie Verte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,311
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$43,400
Unemployment20.6%
Poverty14.3%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units555
Rent Burden8.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+22.5%
Graduate+3.2%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Baie Verte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baie Verte receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Baie Verte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baie Verte is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.6%, unemployment is notably high. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baie Verte is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Baie Verte has a population of 1,311 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

1,311
Total Population
2021 Census
9
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
143.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Baie Verte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.5%

Social Characteristics

Baie Verte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baie Verte is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Baie Verte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.6%
472% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Baie Verte is $140,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg
Rent Burden8.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Renter-Occupied22.5%
Housing Units555

Property Tax

In Baie Verte, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baie Verte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+22.5%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area143.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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