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Bedeque and Area, PE

Prince Edward Island

Bedeque and Area is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 311. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
311 Population 356/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 17.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

How Bedeque and Area Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population311
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female52% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty14.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units115
Rent Burden17.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+29.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bedeque and Area a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bedeque and Area is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bedeque and Area is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bedeque and Area has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 13.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bedeque and Area has a population of 311 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

311
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedeque and Area vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages3.2%

Social Characteristics

Bedeque and Area vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedeque and Area is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bedeque and Area vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bedeque and Area is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden17.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Renter-Occupied21.7%
Housing Units115

Property Tax

In Bedeque and Area, 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: Bedeque and Area 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

Bedeque and Area has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall13.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates46.3366°N, 63.7239°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+29.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Nearby Cities

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