Saint-Noel, Quebec Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Saint-Noel. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 45.80 km2. The village has a population density of 8.60 people per km2.

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

Saint-Noel on the Map

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Saint-Noel location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Saint-Noel has a population of around 392 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Saint-Noel has decreased by -1.51%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
398392 --1.51%

2026 Population Projection

Saint-Noel's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 392 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Saint-Noel is around 205 while the female population is around 190.

Of the 392 total population in Saint-Noel, the largest gender is male with around 205 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
205190 -7.32%

Is Saint-Noel a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

5.0%
Unemployment rate
2.6 pts below the province
56.7%
Employment rate
2.6 pts below the province
59.7%
Participation rate
4.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$46,400
Median household income
$26,100 below the province
23.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
11.3 pts above the province

Commute

52.9%
Commute under 30 minutes
13.4 pts below the province
91.2%
Commute by car
8.8 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.0 pts below the province

Housing Character

91.7%
Single-detached houses
47.1 pts above the province
8.3%
Apartments (any building size)
38.1 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
40.5%
One-person households
5.4 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Saint-Noel 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 48.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population48 48.00%48 48.00% 0.00%48 48.00%
Average age of the population45 45.20%45 45.00% 0.00%45 45.10%
60 to 64 years20 9.80%15 7.90% 25.00%40 10.30%
65 to 69 years15 7.30%15 7.90% 0.00%30 7.70%
25 to 29 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%25 6.40%
45 to 49 years20 9.80%10 5.30% 50.00%25 6.40%
50 to 54 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%25 6.40%
55 to 59 years15 7.30%10 5.30% 33.33%25 6.40%
70 to 74 years15 7.30%10 5.30% 33.33%25 6.40%
0 to 4 years10 4.90%15 7.90% 33.33%20 5.10%
5 to 9 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%20 5.10%
10 to 14 years15 7.30%10 5.30% 33.33%20 5.10%
15 to 19 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%20 5.10%
30 to 34 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%20 5.10%
40 to 44 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%20 5.10%
75 to 79 years10 4.90%10 5.30% 0.00%20 5.10%
35 to 39 years10 4.90%5 2.60% 50.00%15 3.80%
80 to 84 years5 2.40%10 5.30% 50.00%15 3.80%
20 to 24 years5 2.40%5 2.60% 0.00%10 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 59.00% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 24.40% and 16.70%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Saint-Noel by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Saint-Noel is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Saint-Noel 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 42.50% of the total population, followed by French (16.25%), Caucasian (White) (6.25%), First Nations (North American Indian) (3.75%), and French Canadian (2.50%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Southern or East African, Ivorian, Saulteaux, Anishinaabe, and Burundian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian41.46%42.50%42.50%
French21.95%12.50%16.25%
Caucasian (White)7.32%5.00%6.25%
First Nations (North American Indian)0.00%7.50%3.75%
French Canadian4.88%0.00%2.50%
Southern or East African0.00%0.00%0.00%
Ivorian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Saulteaux0.00%0.00%0.00%
Anishinaabe0.00%0.00%0.00%
Burundian0.00%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 Saint-Noel's population profile.

About 0.0% of Saint-Noel's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Saint-Noel'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 165 of Saint-Noel's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 20.25% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 14.85% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.40%, 4.05%, and 2.70%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person7520.25%
2 persons5514.85%
4 persons205.40%
3 persons154.05%
5 or more persons102.70%

Income in Saint-Noel

Analyzing income distribution in Saint-Noel can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Saint-Noel is $30,800.

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 Saint-Noel population or around 60 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and Under $10,000 with around 55 and 25 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Saint-Noel's median household income is $46,400, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Saint-Noel's median household income is 37,600 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 Saint-Noel

This data sheds light on the distribution of Saint-Noel 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.

41.35% or most of the Saint-Noel population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.70% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 22.20% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 4.70% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree12010522041.35%
No certificate, diploma or degree1306519535.70%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate606012022.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher025254.70%

Below national average 4.7% of Saint-Noel's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Saint-Noel

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Saint-Noel. 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 2.99% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate56.72%
Unemployment rate2.99%

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 Saint-Noel's population (around 74.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

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

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed000

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Saint-Noel has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 13%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing45023%
Health care and social assistance02513%
Retail trade02010%
Transportation and warehousing20010%
Other services (except public administration)01510%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1508%
Public administration0158%
Construction005%
Accommodation and food services0105%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Saint-Noel: -33 Manufacturing (23%), Health care and social assistance (13%), -45 Retail trade (10%)

Top occupation categories in Saint-Noel: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (28%), Sales and service occupations (23%), Occupations in manufacturing and utilities (18%)

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 work508013571.10%
No fixed workplace address3503518.40%
Worked at home150157.90%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Saint-Noel 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 Saint-Noel residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Saint-Noel 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
Less than 15 minutes29.40%
30 to 44 minutes26.50%
15 to 29 minutes23.50%
60 minutes and over14.70%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Saint-Noelshed 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 Saint-Noel's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
57.58%
Married or living common-law
42.42%

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 Saint-Noel. About 390 people living in the province speak French, 0 people speak English, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French390
English0
English and French0
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
French98.7%98.7%
English0.0%0.0%
Non-official languages0.0%0.0%

Religion

Saint-Noel is predominantly Christian. About 340 of its population is Christian (170 males and 170 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
Christian84.0%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Saint-Noel

Community Centres

Frequently Asked Questions about Saint-Noel

According to the 2021 census, Saint-Noel has a population of approximately 392 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Saint-Noel decreased by 1.51%.

Saint-Noel has a population density of approximately 8.60 people per square kilometre.

Saint-Noel covers a land area of approximately 45.80 km².

The median age of the population in Saint-Noel is 48.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Saint-Noel is Canadian.

The median household income in Saint-Noel is $46,400, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Saint-Noel.

Christian is the predominant religion in Saint-Noel.

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.