Pointe-Fortune, Quebec Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Pointe-Fortune census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Pointe-Fortune. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 8.09 km2. The village has a population density of 71.90 people per km2.

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

Pointe-Fortune on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Pointe-Fortune has a population of around 582 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Pointe-Fortune has increased by 0.34%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
580582 +0.34%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.07% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Pointe-Fortune's population is projected to reach approximately 584 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 72.19 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
58258472.19

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 Pointe-Fortune is around 315 while the female population is around 265.

Of the 582 total population in Pointe-Fortune, the largest gender is male with around 315 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
315265 +15.87%

Is Pointe-Fortune a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

6.8%
Unemployment rate
0.8 pts below the province
58.5%
Employment rate
0.8 pts below the province
62.8%
Participation rate
1.3 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$81,000
Median household income
$8,500 above the province
14.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
2.1 pts above the province

Commute

44.2%
Commute under 30 minutes
22.1 pts below the province
93.0%
Commute by car
10.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.0 pts below the province

Housing Character

96.1%
Single-detached houses
51.5 pts above the province
2.0%
Apartments (any building size)
44.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.30 people
Average household size
0.10people above the province
32.7%
One-person households
2.4 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Pointe-Fortune has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 10.30% of the total population. The village median age is 50.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years35 11.10%30 11.30% 14.29%60 10.30%
65 to 69 years35 11.10%25 9.40% 28.57%60 10.30%
50 to 54 years30 9.50%20 7.50% 33.33%55 9.40%
Median age of the population49 49.20%50 50.40% 1.98%50 50.00%
Average age of the population44 43.80%47 46.80% 6.41%45 45.10%
55 to 59 years20 6.30%25 9.40% 20.00%45 7.70%
30 to 34 years20 6.30%20 7.50% 0.00%35 6.00%
70 to 74 years20 6.30%15 5.70% 25.00%35 6.00%
10 to 14 years15 4.80%10 3.80% 33.33%30 5.10%
15 to 19 years15 4.80%15 5.70% 0.00%30 5.10%
20 to 24 years15 4.80%10 3.80% 33.33%30 5.10%
25 to 29 years20 6.30%10 3.80% 50.00%30 5.10%
40 to 44 years10 3.20%20 7.50% 50.00%30 5.10%
45 to 49 years10 3.20%20 7.50% 50.00%30 5.10%
0 to 4 years15 4.80%10 3.80% 33.33%25 4.30%
5 to 9 years20 6.30%5 1.90% 75.00%25 4.30%
35 to 39 years15 4.80%10 3.80% 33.33%20 3.40%
75 to 79 years10 3.20%10 3.80% 0.00%20 3.40%
80 to 84 years10 3.20%5 1.90% 50.00%15 2.60%

Broader Age Groups

If the village'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 63.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 22.20% and 13.70%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Pointe-Fortune by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Pointe-Fortune is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Pointe-Fortune 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 Canadian, which accounts for 35.24% of the total population, followed by French (27.62%), Irish (8.57%), French Canadian (6.67%), and First Nations (North American Indian) (5.71%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include English, Scottish, German, Italian, and Caucasian (White).

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian37.50%32.65%35.24%
French32.14%22.45%27.62%
Irish7.14%10.20%8.57%
French Canadian7.14%8.16%6.67%
First Nations (North American Indian)8.93%0.00%5.71%
English3.57%4.08%4.76%
Scottish3.57%6.12%4.76%
German5.36%0.00%3.81%
Italian3.57%4.08%3.81%
Caucasian (White)0.00%6.12%3.81%

Immigration Profile

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

About 2.9% of Pointe-Fortune's population are immigrants (15 people).

The top countries of origin for Pointe-Fortune's immigrant population are Germany (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Germany10
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 245 of Pointe-Fortune's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.30% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.35% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.75%, 4.80%, and 3.85%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons9017.30%
1 person8516.35%
3 persons356.75%
4 persons254.80%
5 or more persons203.85%

Income in Pointe-Fortune

Analyzing income distribution in Pointe-Fortune can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Pointe-Fortune is $40,800.

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

Most of Pointe-Fortune population or around 75 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 60 and 60 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Pointe-Fortune's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.

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

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

Education Levels in Pointe-Fortune

This data sheds light on the distribution of Pointe-Fortune 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.

55.10% or most of the Pointe-Fortune population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 23.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 21.10% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 8.55% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree19523042055.10%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate959518523.00%
No certificate, diploma or degree1106517021.10%
Bachelor's degree or higher2545658.55%

Below national average 8.6% of Pointe-Fortune's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Pointe-Fortune

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Pointe-Fortune. 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 4.26% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate58.51%
Unemployment rate4.26%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Pointe-Fortune's population (around 57.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 60 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed60065

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Pointe-Fortune has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 12%, followed by Construction at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing153015%
Health care and social assistance02512%
Construction201010%
Transportation and warehousing25010%
Retail trade10159%
Professional, scientific and technical services15159%
Educational services0207%
Public administration1507%
Arts, entertainment and recreation1005%
Finance and insurance0103%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1003%
Other services (except public administration)1003%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Accommodation and food services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Pointe-Fortune: -33 Manufacturing (15%), Health care and social assistance (12%), Construction (10%)

Top occupation categories in Pointe-Fortune: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (25%), Business, finance and administration occupations (19%), Sales and service occupations (19%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 work7510017563.60%
Worked at home30255520.00%
No fixed workplace address4004014.50%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Pointe-Fortune 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 Pointe-Fortune residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

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

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
30 to 44 minutes34.90%
15 to 29 minutes23.30%
Less than 15 minutes20.90%
60 minutes and over14.00%
45 to 59 minutes9.30%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Pointe-Fortuneshed 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Pointe-Fortune's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
56.00%
Married or living common-law
44.00%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights village's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.

French is the most spoken official language in Pointe-Fortune. About 490 people living in the province speak French, 85 people speak English, 5 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French490
English85
English and French5
Neither English nor French0

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
French81.9%81.9%
English12.9%16.4%
Non-official languages2.6%0.9%

Religion

Pointe-Fortune is predominantly Christian. About 395 of its population is Christian (200 males and 200 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
Christian74.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Pointe-Fortune

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Places to Visit in Pointe-Fortune

Museums

Frequently Asked Questions about Pointe-Fortune

According to the 2021 census, Pointe-Fortune has a population of approximately 582 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Pointe-Fortune increased by 0.34%.

Pointe-Fortune has a population density of approximately 71.90 people per square kilometre.

Pointe-Fortune covers a land area of approximately 8.09 km².

The median age of the population in Pointe-Fortune is 50.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Pointe-Fortune is Canadian.

The median household income in Pointe-Fortune is $81,000, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Pointe-Fortune.

Christian is the predominant religion in Pointe-Fortune.

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.