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Bird Cove, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Bird Cove is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 175. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 59/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 42.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $752/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 42.1%
1069% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female59% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment42.1%
Poverty18.4%
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+21.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute7 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bird Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bird Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, an elevated poverty rate. Bird Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bird Cove is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 42.1%, 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 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bird Cove is $120,000, 57% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bird Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 22.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bird Cove has a population of 175 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

175
Total Population
2021 Census
59
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bird Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only102.9%
31% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bird Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bird Cove is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 42.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Bird Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment42.1%
1069% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bird Cove is $120,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units70

Property Tax

In Bird Cove, 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: Bird Cove 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

Bird Cove has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall22.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates51.0501°N, 56.9314°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+21.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.9%

Nearby Cities

Blanc-Sablon, QC 1,122 pop · 27.6 mi Saint-Paul, QC 6,566 pop · 44.6 mi St. Anthony, NL 2,180 pop · 61.8 mi Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 83.9 mi
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