Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Gordon River 2 has a population of around 79 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Gordon River 2 has decreased by -28.83%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 111 | 79 | --28.83% |
2026 Population Projection
Gordon River 2's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 79 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Gordon River 2 is around 50 while the female population is around 35.
Of the 79 total population in Gordon River 2, the largest gender is male with around 50 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 35 | -30.00% |
Is Gordon River 2 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Gordon River 2 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against British Columbia, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
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Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Indian Reserves Near Gordon River 2
- Malachan 11 (32.4 km)
- Cowichan Lake (35.0 km)
- Tzart-Lam 5 (46.9 km)
- St. Mary’s (55.8 km)
- Anacla 12 (58.3 km)
- Theik 2 (59.4 km)
- Est-Patrolas 4 (60.7 km)
- Kil-pah-las 3 (61.0 km)
- Halalt 2 (61.9 km)
- Squaw-Hay-One 11 (63.5 km)
- Tsussie 6 (63.5 km)
- Oyster Bay 12 (63.6 km)
- Becher Bay 1 (64.4 km)
- Malahat 11 (64.4 km)
- Chemainus 13 (66.2 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Gordon River 2 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 30.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 36 35.50% | 36 36.00% | 2.78% | 36 35.60% |
| Median age of the population | 30 30.00% | 40 40.40% | 24.75% | 30 30.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 10.00% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 10.00% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 10.00% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 5 10.00% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 10.00% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 10.00% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 10.00% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 75 to 79 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 68.80% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 68.80% and 25.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Gordon River 2 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of Gordon River 2 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Gordon River 2 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Gordon River 2 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 First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 87.50% of the total population, followed by Fulani (0.00%), Woodland Cree (0.00%), Guinean (0.00%), and St. Lucian (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Prince Edward Islander, Maliseet, Beninese, Telugu, and Roma.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 80.00% | 100.00% | 87.50% |
| Fulani | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Woodland Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Guinean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| St. Lucian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Prince Edward Islander | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Maliseet | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Beninese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Telugu | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Roma | 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 Gordon River 2's population profile.
About 0.0% of Gordon River 2's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Gordon River 2'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 20 of Gordon River 2's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 2 persons, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 10.00%, 10.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 20.00% |
| 1 person | 5 | 10.00% |
| 2 persons | 5 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 10.00% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Gordon River 2
Analyzing income distribution in Gordon River 2 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Gordon River 2 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 Gordon River 2 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 Gordon River 2's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Gordon River 2'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 Gordon River 2
This data sheds light on the distribution of Gordon River 2 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.
54.35% or most of the Gordon River 2 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.15% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 7.70% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 30 | 55 | 54.35% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 10 | 35 | 34.15% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 10 | 10 | 7.70% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Gordon River 2's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Gordon River 2
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Gordon River 2. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 61.54% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
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 Gordon River 2's population (around 62.50%) 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 Gordon River 2 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Gordon River 2 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Gordon River 2 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (38%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 25%, followed by Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services at 25%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 10 | 38% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 25% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 25% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 25% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 25% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 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 | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 10 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Gordon River 2 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Gordon River 2: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (38%), -45 Retail trade (25%), Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services (25%)
Top occupation categories in Gordon River 2: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (38%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (25%), Sales and service occupations (25%)
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 | 10 | 15 | 25 | 62.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 10 | 25.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Gordon River 2 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 Gordon River 2 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Gordon River 2 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 | 62.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 25.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Gordon River 2shed 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 Gordon River 2'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 Gordon River 2. About 80 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 | 80 |
| 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 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Gordon River 2 is predominantly Christian. About 10 of its population is Christian (10 males and 10 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Gordon River 2
According to the 2021 census, Gordon River 2 has a population of approximately 79 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Gordon River 2 decreased by 28.83%.
Gordon River 2 has a population density of approximately 83.10 people per square kilometre.
Gordon River 2 covers a land area of approximately 0.95 km².
The median age of the population in Gordon River 2 is 30.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Gordon River 2 is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Gordon River 2 is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Gordon River 2.
Christian is the predominant religion in Gordon River 2.
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.