Eskasoni 3, Nova Scotia Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Eskasoni 3 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Eskasoni 3. It is a in Canada that encompasses a land area of 36.03 km2. The has a population density of 97.70 people per km2.

We highlight the Eskasoni 3 's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Eskasoni 3 on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Eskasoni 3 has a population of around 3,521 people. The 's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Eskasoni 3 has increased by 2.89%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
3,4223,521 +2.89%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.57% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Eskasoni 3's population is projected to reach approximately 3,623 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 100.56 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
3,5213,623100.56

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 Eskasoni 3 is around 1,680 while the female population is around 1,845.

Of the 3,521 total population in Eskasoni 3, the largest gender is female with around 1,845 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
1,6801,845 +8.94%

Is Eskasoni 3 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Eskasoni 3 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Nova Scotia, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

23.7%
Unemployment rate
11.0 pts above the province
34.6%
Employment rate
17.3 pts below the province
45.1%
Participation rate
14.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$49,200
Median household income
$22,300 below the province
39.4%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
24.5 pts above the province

Commute

78.2%
Commute under 30 minutes
3.1 pts above the province
89.1%
Commute by car
1.7 pts above the province
1.3%
Commute by public transit
2.8 pts below the province

Housing Character

77.8%
Single-detached houses
14.1 pts above the province
15.3%
Apartments (any building size)
9.6 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.30 people
Average household size
1.10people above the province
25.5%
One-person households
5.3 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Population by Age Characteristics

Eskasoni 3 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 11.10% of the total population. The median age is 25.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
10 to 14 years210 12.50%180 9.80% 14.29%390 11.10%
5 to 9 years165 9.80%205 11.10% 19.51%370 10.50%
15 to 19 years185 11.00%170 9.20% 8.11%360 10.20%
0 to 4 years170 10.10%150 8.10% 11.76%320 9.10%
25 to 29 years145 8.60%160 8.70% 9.38%310 8.80%
20 to 24 years145 8.60%140 7.60% 3.45%290 8.20%
30 to 34 years120 7.10%125 6.80% 4.00%245 7.00%
50 to 54 years95 5.70%115 6.20% 17.39%205 5.80%
35 to 39 years80 4.80%115 6.20% 30.43%200 5.70%
40 to 44 years70 4.20%115 6.20% 39.13%185 5.30%
45 to 49 years75 4.50%105 5.70% 28.57%180 5.10%
55 to 59 years75 4.50%80 4.30% 6.25%155 4.40%
60 to 64 years40 2.40%55 3.00% 27.27%95 2.70%
65 to 69 years40 2.40%55 3.00% 27.27%95 2.70%
70 to 74 years35 2.10%45 2.40% 22.22%80 2.30%
75 to 79 years10 0.60%15 0.80% 33.33%30 0.90%
Average age of the population28 27.90%30 30.40% 9.87%29 29.20%
Median age of the population24 23.60%27 27.00% 14.81%25 25.40%
80 to 84 years5 0.30%10 0.50% 50.00%15 0.40%
85 years and over5 0.30%5 0.30% 0.00%10 0.30%

Broader Age Groups

If the '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 63.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 30.70% and 6.40%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Eskasoni 3 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over6.00%7.00%6.40%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Eskasoni 3

Population of Eskasoni 3 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Eskasoni 3 is quite diverse, which contributes to the 's vibrant cultural landscape. Eskasoni 3 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 Mi'kmaq, which accounts for 77.24% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (18.78%), Irish (2.13%), French (1.71%), and Canadian (1.56%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Caucasian (White), Scottish, Dutch, North American Indigenous, and Cree.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Mi'kmaq76.72%77.93%77.24%
First Nations (North American Indian)19.40%18.26%18.78%
Irish2.39%2.18%2.13%
French1.49%1.91%1.71%
Canadian1.49%1.91%1.56%
Caucasian (White)1.49%1.63%1.56%
Scottish1.49%1.36%1.28%
Dutch0.90%0.82%1.00%
North American Indigenous0.90%0.54%0.85%
Cree0.60%0.54%0.71%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Eskasoni 3's population profile.

About 0.0% of Eskasoni 3's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Eskasoni 3's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 840 of Eskasoni 3's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.

Household Size

About 12.95% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.75% of the population. 2 persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 9.05%, 8.35%, and 7.20%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
5 or more persons28012.95%
1 person27512.75%
2 persons1959.05%
3 persons1808.35%
4 persons1557.20%

Income in Eskasoni 3

Analyzing income distribution in Eskasoni 3 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Eskasoni 3 is $23,600.

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 's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Eskasoni 3 population or around 440 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 250 and 250 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Eskasoni 3's median household income is $49,200, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Eskasoni 3's median household income is 34,800 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the '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 's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Eskasoni 3

This data sheds light on the distribution of Eskasoni 3 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.

36.75% or most of the Eskasoni 3 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.65% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 29.20% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 16.80% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree6008401,44036.75%
No certificate, diploma or degree7006801,38033.65%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate5256501,17029.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher16549565516.80%

Below national average 16.8% of Eskasoni 3's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Eskasoni 3

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Eskasoni 3. 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 10.70% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate34.57%
Unemployment rate10.70%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the who work as an employee. The majority of Eskasoni 3's population (around 52.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the , there are 40 men and 25 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 70.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed402570

Employment Industry Sectors

The Eskasoni 3 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Eskasoni 3 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Eskasoni 3 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the educational services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 17%, followed by Public administration at 17%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Educational services4514017%
Health care and social assistance5014017%
Public administration1107517%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting70107%
Retail trade35407%
Construction6006%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services35205%
Manufacturing30104%
Other services (except public administration)10254%
Accommodation and food services0253%
Arts, entertainment and recreation10153%
Transportation and warehousing1001%
Real estate and rental and leasing001%
Professional, scientific and technical services10101%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Eskasoni 3 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Eskasoni 3: Educational services (17%), Health care and social assistance (17%), Public administration (17%)

Top occupation categories in Eskasoni 3: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (27%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (13%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the . It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work24535060071.40%
No fixed workplace address1355018522.00%
Worked at home1545607.10%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Eskasoni 3 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 Eskasoni 3 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Eskasoni 3 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the 's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the .

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes70.50%
60 minutes and over10.30%
15 to 29 minutes7.70%
45 to 59 minutes6.40%
30 to 44 minutes4.50%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Eskasoni 3shed 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 's social fabric. We can gain insights into Eskasoni 3's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
29.10%
Married or living common-law
70.90%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights '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 Eskasoni 3. About 3,480 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak English and French, 15 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 5 people speak French language.

LanguagePopulation
English3,480
English and French20
Neither English nor French15
French5

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
Non-official languages54.3%42.8%
English35.8%47.3%
French0.1%0.0%

Religion

Eskasoni 3 is predominantly Christian. About 2,790 of its population is Christian (1,315 males and 1,315 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian79.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Eskasoni 3

According to the 2021 census, Eskasoni 3 has a population of approximately 3,521 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Eskasoni 3 increased by 2.89%.

Eskasoni 3 has a population density of approximately 97.70 people per square kilometre.

Eskasoni 3 covers a land area of approximately 36.03 km².

The median age of the population in Eskasoni 3 is 25.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Eskasoni 3 is Mi'kmaq.

The median household income in Eskasoni 3 is $49,200, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Eskasoni 3.

Christian is the predominant religion in Eskasoni 3.

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.