Bay Roberts, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Bay Roberts is a small city in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 5,974. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,974 Population 631/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $45,280 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 14.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 173 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 14.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.2%
294% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,974
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density631/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$45,280
Unemployment14.2%
Poverty15.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,490
Rent Burden14.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQIN/A
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days173/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+28.8%
Graduate+3.4%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Bay Roberts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bay Roberts receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bay Roberts offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bay Roberts is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bay Roberts is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bay Roberts has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 173 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches, including 95.3 inches of snow.

Bay Roberts has a population of 5,974 with a density of 631 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

5,974
Total Population
2021 Census
631
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Bay Roberts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bay Roberts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bay Roberts is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bay Roberts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.2%
294% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bay Roberts is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden14.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units2,490

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Bay Roberts vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bay Roberts has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. The area enjoys 173 sunny days per year.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days173 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall95.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density631/sq mi
Coordinates47.5999°N, 53.2648°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
76% below US avg
High School+28.8%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density631/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home11.7%

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