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Gold River 21, NS

Nova Scotia

Gold River 21 is a small town in Nova Scotia with a population of 81. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
81 Population 75/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $39,739 per capita
$197,102 Home Value
$762 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 234 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 50.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$197,102 home value, $762/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,102
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $762
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 50.0%
1289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Gold River 21 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population81
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$39,739
Unemployment50.0%
Poverty19.8%
Commute72 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,102
Rent$762
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units35
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+23.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute72 min

Is Gold River 21 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gold River 21 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, long commute times. Gold River 21 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gold River 21 is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 50.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gold River 21 is $197,102, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gold River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow.

Gold River 21 has a population of 81 with a density of 75 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.8% female and 56.3% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

81
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gold River 21 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

Gold River 21 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gold River 21 is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,739. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 50.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% 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 72 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gold River 21 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,739
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment50.0%
1289% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time72.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gold River 21 is $197,102, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $762 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 35 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,102
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$762
34% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units35

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, Gold River 21 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gold River 21 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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Gold River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates44.5597°N, 64.3459°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.0"
47% above US avg
Snowfall 20.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jan 12, 2017.

Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 42 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 87 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Cow Bay, Canada M2.7 82 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 31 km
2009 Bill Category 1 130 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 170 km
2003 Juan Category 2 47 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 204 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 88 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1917 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA Earthquake + Landslide 7.0 m 2,000 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 4.5 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 5.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 4.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 47°F (9°C) 4.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 6.0 in Wettest
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.5 in

Gold River 21 has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 22°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (3.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 50% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+23.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute72.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Gold River 21

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DesBrisay Museum
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
Heritage Interpretive Classroom
Lordly House Museum
Lorne Street Fire Company
Museum Boat Shop & Exhibit
Oak Island Interpretive Center
Settlers Museum
southwestern railway museum
Wile Carding Mill

Libraries in Gold River 21

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lunenburg Library0.0
Margaret Hennigar Public Library0.0
Oak Island Research Center0.0
Zoe Valle Library0.0

Hotels in Gold River 21

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oak Island Resort and Conference Centre

Cafes in Gold River 21

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Gold Bean Café

Monuments in Gold River 21

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Legacy Park Monument

Theme Parks in Gold River 21

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parkdale-Maplewood Fairground

Gas Stations in Gold River 21

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #8089701765
Petro-Canada
Ultramar
Wilsons

Golf Courses in Gold River 21

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sherwood Golf and Country Club

Breweries in Gold River 21

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
FirkinStein Brewing
King Street Beer Company
Lightship Brewery
Saltbox Brewing Company
Shipwright Brewing Company
Tanner & Co. Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Gold River 21

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Martock 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gold River 21

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB GreenwoodYZXMedium Airport
Dayspring Airpark-Small Airport
East Gore Eco Airpark-Small Airport
Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome-Small Airport
Liverpool South Shore Regional Airport-Small Airport
Stanley Airport-Small Airport
Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gold River 21

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Mark's Anglican Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gold River 21

What is the population of Gold River 21?

Gold River 21 has a population of 81 residents and is located in Nova Scotia. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.8% female and 56.3% male.

Is Gold River 21 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,102 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $762 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gold River 21 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Gold River 21 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gold River 21?

Gold River 21 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches, with 20.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gold River 21?

The job market in Gold River 21 faces challenges, with unemployment at 50.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 72 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gold River 21?

The median home value in Gold River 21 is $197,102. For renters, the median monthly rent is $762. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Gold River 21?

0.0% of adults in Gold River 21 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Gold River 21?

The average commute in Gold River 21 is 72 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 50% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gold River 21?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gold River 21 is 93.8% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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