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Clyde River, PE

Prince Edward Island

Clyde River is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 614. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
614 Population 100/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $49,200 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 9.4% income on rent
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $855/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$49,200
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty8.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265
Rent Burden9.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+26.2%
Graduate+6.5%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Clyde River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clyde River receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Clyde River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clyde River is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clyde River is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Clyde River has a population of 614 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

614
Total Population
2021 Census
100
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Clyde River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages4.9%

Social Characteristics

Clyde River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clyde River is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Clyde River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clyde River is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden9.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied9.4%
Housing Units265

Property Tax

In Clyde River, 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: Clyde River 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

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+26.2%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Nearby Cities

Cornwall, PE 6,574 pop · 2.4 mi Kingston, PE 1,111 pop · 3.2 mi West River, PE 3,473 pop · 3.8 mi Lewis Point, PE 1,108 pop · 5.6 mi West Royalty, PE 4,435 pop · 5.7 mi Brighton, PE 3,450 pop · 5.9 mi Loyalist, ON 17,943 pop · 6.0 mi Spring Park, PE 4,312 pop · 6.2 mi Downtown Charlottetown, PE 5,517 pop · 6.7 mi Winsloe, PE 1,448 pop · 6.8 mi Charlottetown, PE 38,809 pop · 6.8 mi Miltonvale Park, PE 1,196 pop · 7.1 mi Mt. Edward, PE 2,302 pop · 7.2 mi Sherwood, PE 7,404 pop · 7.4 mi
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