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Springdale, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Springdale is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 2,965. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,965 Population 440/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $39,800 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 15.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $750/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,965
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$39,800
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty21.5%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,285
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+25.2%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Springdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springdale receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Springdale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springdale is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springdale is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Springdale has a population of 2,965 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

2,965
Total Population
2021 Census
440
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Springdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springdale is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Springdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Springdale is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Renter-Occupied31.5%
Housing Units1,285

Property Tax

In Springdale, 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: Springdale 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+25.2%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Nearby Cities

Baie Verte, NL 1,311 pop · 30.4 mi Botwood, NL 2,778 pop · 40.3 mi Bishop's Falls, NL 3,082 pop · 42.5 mi Grand Falls-Windsor, NL 13,853 pop · 43.1 mi Lewisporte, NL 3,288 pop · 48.5 mi Twillingate, NL 2,121 pop · 59.2 mi Deer Lake, NL 4,864 pop · 65.7 mi Gander, NL 11,880 pop · 75.4 mi Pasadena, NL 3,524 pop · 76.8 mi Fogo Island, NL 2,117 pop · 86.2 mi Massey Drive, NL 1,606 pop · 91.5 mi Corner Brook, NL 19,333 pop · 93.2 mi Irishtown-Summerside, NL 1,260 pop · 93.5 mi Gambo, NL 1,816 pop · 97.2 mi
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