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St. Bride's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

St. Bride's is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 318. Residents earn $54,400 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 153/sq mi density
$54,400 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 226 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$54,400 median income, 39.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,400
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% 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 39.0%
983% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

How St. Bride's Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population318
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female55% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,400
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment39.0%
Poverty18.0%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain60.9 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+42.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is St. Bride's a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Bride's receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. St. Bride's offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Bride's is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 39.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Bride's is $110,000, 61% 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 2x 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%. 42.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Bride's has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

St. Bride's has a population of 318 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

318
Total Population
2021 Census
153
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Bride's vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.6%

Social Characteristics

St. Bride's vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Bride's is $54,400, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 39.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: St. Bride's vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,400
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment39.0%
983% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Bride's is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied14.3%
Housing Units175

Property Tax

In St. Bride's, 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: St. Bride's 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

St. Bride's has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.9 inches. The area enjoys 226 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.9 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates46.9166°N, 54.1649°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+42.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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