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Bailey, NB

New Brunswick · Saint John Metro

Bailey is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 98. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
98 Population 11/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units39
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Bailey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bailey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bailey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bailey is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bailey is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bailey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow.

Bailey has a population of 98 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

98
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bailey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Bailey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bailey is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Bailey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bailey is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 39 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units39

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Bailey receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bailey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Bailey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates45.6334°N, 66.5822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 20.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Sep 16, 1994 7 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 133 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.6 132 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 109 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 125 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 64 km
Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 88 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 36 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 132 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km NE of Vanceboro, Maine M3.3 60 km
Sep 16, 1994 9 km SE of Lee, Maine M3.3 132 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 109 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 136 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 95 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 111 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 67 km
Aug 17, 2022 3 km SE of Centerville, Maine M3.0 134 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 42 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 106 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 102 km
Jan 17, 2021 4 km ESE of Centerville, Maine M2.9 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 221 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 206 km
2003 Juan Category 2 219 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.6 in Wettest
December 22°F (-6°C) 4.5 in

Bailey has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 15°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (3.2").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area9.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Bailey

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Fredericton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CFMH-FM "Local 107.3" University of New Brunswick - Saint John, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 320 kbps
CHQC-FM "C105 FM" - Saint John, NB community radio MP3 192 kbps
CIHI-FM "Rewind 93.1" - Fredericton, NB classic hits, re-branding new format AAC 132 kbps
CKTP-FM "95.7 The Wolf" Fredericton, NB blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kool 98 - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Bailey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Currie House Museum

Libraries in Bailey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Oromocto Public Library0.0

Breweries in Bailey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Union Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Bailey

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Former Mount Douglas Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crabbe Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bailey

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fredericton International AirportYFCMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Brockway Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Eastport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Ed Airport-Small Airport
Morrison's Airport-Small Airport
Saint Stephen Airport-Small Airport
Scottsfield Airpark-Small Airport
Weyman Airpark-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bailey

What is the population of Bailey?

Bailey has a population of 98 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Bailey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bailey safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bailey receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bailey?

Bailey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 20.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bailey?

The unemployment rate in Bailey is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bailey?

The median home value in Bailey is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Bailey?

32.9% of adults in Bailey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bailey?

The average commute in Bailey is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bailey?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bailey is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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