Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Peawanuck has a population of around 247 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Peawanuck has increased by 26.67%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 195 | 247 | +26.67% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.84% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Peawanuck's population is projected to reach approximately 313 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 97.20 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 247 | 313 | 97.20 |
This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.
Population By Genders
The male population of Peawanuck is around 145 while the female population is around 105.
Of the 247 total population in Peawanuck, the largest gender is male with around 145 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 145 | 105 | +27.59% |
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Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Population by Age Characteristics
Peawanuck has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 20 to 24 years old, accounting for 14.30% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 31.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 34 34.00% | 39 39.20% | 12.76% | 36 36.20% |
| 20 to 24 years | 25 17.20% | 5 4.80% | 80.00% | 35 14.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 35 33.30% | 100.00% | 35 14.30% |
| Median age of the population | 26 26.20% | 33 32.80% | 18.29% | 31 31.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 15 10.30% | 10 9.50% | 33.33% | 25 10.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 15 10.30% | 5 4.80% | 66.67% | 20 8.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20 13.80% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 20 8.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 6.90% | 15 14.30% | 33.33% | 20 8.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 15 14.30% | 100.00% | 15 6.10% |
| 85 years and over | 15 10.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 15 6.10% |
| 85 to 89 years | 15 10.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 15 6.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 6.90% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 4.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 10 9.50% | 100.00% | 10 4.10% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 3.40% | 5 4.80% | 0.00% | 10 4.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10 6.90% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 4.10% |
| 85 years and over | 10 10.30% | 0 0.00% | 97.09% | 6 6.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 3.40% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 5 4.80% | 100.00% | 5 2.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the indian reserve's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 69.40% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 69.40% and 18.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Peawanuck are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of Peawanuck by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Peawanuck is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Peawanuck is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are Cree, which accounts for 48.98% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (24.49%), French Canadian (4.08%), Oji-Cree (4.08%), and Singaporean (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Karen, Edo, Tajik, Amhara, and Paraguayan.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 42.86% | 52.38% | 48.98% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 28.57% | 23.81% | 24.49% |
| French Canadian | 7.14% | 0.00% | 4.08% |
| Oji-Cree | 0.00% | 9.52% | 4.08% |
| Singaporean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Karen | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Edo | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Tajik | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Amhara | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Paraguayan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Peawanuck's population profile.
About 0.0% of Peawanuck's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Peawanuck's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 75 of Peawanuck's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 22.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.10% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.35%, 2.80%, and 2.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 40 | 22.20% |
| 1 person | 20 | 11.10% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 8.35% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 2.80% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 2.80% |
Income in Peawanuck
Analyzing income distribution in Peawanuck can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Peawanuck is $0.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Peawanuck population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Peawanuck's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Peawanuck's median household income is 84,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the indian reserve's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Peawanuck
This data sheds light on the distribution of Peawanuck residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
45.90% or most of the Peawanuck population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 38.60% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 14.30% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 9.45% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 60 | 90 | 145 | 45.90% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 80 | 35 | 115 | 38.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 20 | 50 | 14.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20 | 20 | 30 | 9.45% |
Below national average 9.5% of Peawanuck's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Peawanuck
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Peawanuck. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 19.51% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 51.22% |
| Unemployment rate | 19.51% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Peawanuck's population (around 58.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Peawanuck industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Peawanuck is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Peawanuck has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (48%) works in the public administration sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 17%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 17%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 55 | 20 | 48% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 17% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 7% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 7% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Peawanuck residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Peawanuck: Public administration (48%), -45 Retail trade (17%), Health care and social assistance (17%)
Top occupation categories in Peawanuck: Sales and service occupations (24%), Business, finance and administration occupations (21%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (21%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the indian reserve. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 50 | 25 | 70 | 66.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 10 | 25 | 23.80% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 9.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Peawanuck residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Peawanuck residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Peawanuck spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 89.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 10.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Peawanuckshed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Peawanuck's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights indian reserve's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Peawanuck. About 245 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 245 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 65.3% | 73.5% |
| Non-official languages | 32.7% | 14.3% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Peawanuck is predominantly Christian. About 130 of its population is Christian (70 males and 70 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 6.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 52.0% |
| Sikh | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Peawanuck
According to the 2021 census, Peawanuck has a population of approximately 247 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Peawanuck increased by 26.67%.
Peawanuck has a population density of approximately 76.70 people per square kilometre.
Peawanuck covers a land area of approximately 3.22 km².
The median age of the population in Peawanuck is 31.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Peawanuck is Cree.
The median household income in Peawanuck is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Peawanuck.
Christian is the predominant religion in Peawanuck.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.