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Bear River 6, NS

Nova Scotia

Bear River 6 is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 141.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
141 Population 108/sq mi density
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.2%
406% higher than US avg

How Bear River 6 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population141
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment18.2%
PovertyN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+26.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.0%

Is Bear River 6 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bear River 6 receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bear River 6 faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 18.2%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Bear River 6 has a population of 141 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

141
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bear River 6 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bear River 6 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bear River 6 is N/A. The unemployment rate is 18.2% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Bear River 6 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.2%
406% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bear River 6, 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: Bear River 6 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%
Premature Death95/100K

Food & Exercise

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+26.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Cornwallis, MB 4,568 pop · 7.1 mi Digby, NS 2,001 pop · 8.4 mi Annapolis, Subd. A, NS 5,980 pop · 21.3 mi Annapolis, Subd. B, NS 4,587 pop · 21.3 mi Annapolis, Subd. C, NS 5,218 pop · 21.3 mi Annapolis, Subd. D, NS 3,049 pop · 21.3 mi Clare, NS 7,678 pop · 28.1 mi Middleton, NS 1,873 pop · 38.4 mi Queens, NS 10,422 pop · 42.6 mi Greenwood, NS 5,369 pop · 44.8 mi Kingston, NS 3,466 pop · 45.3 mi Red Head, NB 1,500 pop · 51.8 mi Fundy Heights, NB 2,331 pop · 53.3 mi Island View Heights, NB 1,148 pop · 53.3 mi
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