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Beachside, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Beachside is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 97. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
97 Population 97/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$55,200 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,200 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,200
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty18.4%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,200
Rent$752
Ownership92.9%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+36.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Beachside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beachside receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Beachside has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beachside is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beachside is $55,200, 80% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x 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

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beachside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow.

Beachside has a population of 97 with a density of 97 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

97
Total Population
2021 Census
97
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Beachside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beachside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beachside is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 22.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beachside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Beachside is $55,200, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 92.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 70 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,200
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.9%
Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units70

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, Beachside receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Beachside 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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Beachside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates49.6333°N, 55.8982°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 19.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.29"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.80"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 3.4 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in Driest
April 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.5 in

Beachside has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 16°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (2.8").

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8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+36.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Museums in Beachside

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
H.C. Grant Heritage Center
Harvey Grant Heritage Centre

Libraries in Beachside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Springdale Public Library0.0

Airports Near Beachside

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exploits Valley Botwood AirportSmall Airport
Springdale AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beachside

What is the population of Beachside?

Beachside has a population of 97 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Beachside expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $55,200 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beachside safe?

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

What is the weather like in Beachside?

Beachside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Beachside?

The job market in Beachside faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 22.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beachside?

The median home value in Beachside is $55,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 92.9%.

How are the schools in Beachside?

8.0% of adults in Beachside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Beachside?

The average commute in Beachside is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beachside?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beachside is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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