Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Port Hardy has a population of around 3,902 people. The township's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Port Hardy has decreased by -5.57%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,132 | 3,902 | --5.57% |
2026 Population Projection
Port Hardy's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 3,902 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Port Hardy is around 1,985 while the female population is around 1,915.
Of the 3,902 total population in Port Hardy, the largest gender is male with around 1,985 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,985 | 1,915 | -3.53% |
Is Port Hardy a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Port Hardy 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
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Population by Age Characteristics
Port Hardy has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.20% of the total population. The township median age is 42.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 170 8.60% | 155 8.10% | 8.82% | 320 8.20% |
| 60 to 64 years | 145 7.30% | 160 8.40% | 9.38% | 310 7.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 150 7.60% | 150 7.80% | 0.00% | 305 7.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 130 6.50% | 140 7.30% | 7.14% | 270 6.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 115 5.80% | 140 7.30% | 17.86% | 255 6.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 130 6.50% | 120 6.30% | 7.69% | 250 6.40% |
| 50 to 54 years | 130 6.50% | 115 6.00% | 11.54% | 240 6.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 125 6.30% | 110 5.70% | 12.00% | 235 6.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 120 6.00% | 120 6.30% | 0.00% | 235 6.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 115 5.80% | 110 5.70% | 4.35% | 225 5.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 110 5.50% | 115 6.00% | 4.35% | 220 5.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 120 6.00% | 90 4.70% | 25.00% | 210 5.40% |
| 15 to 19 years | 105 5.30% | 100 5.20% | 4.76% | 205 5.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 105 5.30% | 85 4.40% | 19.05% | 190 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 95 4.80% | 85 4.40% | 10.53% | 175 4.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 75 3.80% | 70 3.70% | 6.67% | 145 3.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 30 1.50% | 40 2.10% | 25.00% | 70 1.80% |
| Median age of the population | 43 42.80% | 43 43.20% | 2.31% | 43 42.80% |
| Average age of the population | 42 42.20% | 42 42.30% | 0.00% | 42 42.20% |
| 85 years and over | 20 1.00% | 20 1.00% | 0.00% | 40 1.00% |
| 85 to 89 years | 10 0.50% | 15 0.80% | 33.33% | 30 0.80% |
Broader Age Groups
If the township'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 63.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 19.60% and 16.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Port Hardy are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 20.20% | 19.10% | 19.60% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.40% | 15.90% | 16.70% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Port Hardy
Population of Port Hardy by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Port Hardy is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Port Hardy 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 English, which accounts for 27.37% of the total population, followed by Scottish (24.25%), Irish (17.64%), German (13.49%), and Canadian (11.67%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include First Nations (North American Indian), French, British Isles, Swedish, and Norwegian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 26.84% | 27.85% | 27.37% |
| Scottish | 21.77% | 26.79% | 24.25% |
| Irish | 17.47% | 17.77% | 17.64% |
| German | 12.66% | 14.59% | 13.49% |
| Canadian | 12.66% | 10.34% | 11.67% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 9.37% | 9.81% | 9.60% |
| French | 7.09% | 7.96% | 7.52% |
| British Isles | 4.81% | 6.10% | 5.45% |
| Swedish | 4.30% | 4.77% | 4.54% |
| Norwegian | 3.80% | 5.31% | 4.41% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Port Hardy's population profile.
About 9.3% of Port Hardy's population are immigrants (360 people).
The top countries of origin for Port Hardy's immigrant population are United Kingdom (75), Philippines (65), United States of America (35), India (25), Germany (15).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75 |
| Philippines | 65 |
| United States of America | 35 |
| India | 25 |
| Germany | 15 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,010 of Port Hardy's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 18.45% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 17.30% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.85%, 4.45%, and 2.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 660 | 18.45% |
| 2 persons | 620 | 17.30% |
| 3 persons | 245 | 6.85% |
| 4 persons | 160 | 4.45% |
| 5 or more persons | 100 | 2.80% |
Income in Port Hardy
Analyzing income distribution in Port Hardy can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Port Hardy is $40,000.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Port Hardy population or around 490 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 465 and 430 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Port Hardy's median household income is $69,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Port Hardy's median household income is 15,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Port Hardy
This data sheds light on the distribution of Port Hardy 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.
48.25% or most of the Port Hardy population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 27.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.85% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 15.75% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,175 | 1,310 | 2,485 | 48.25% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 705 | 775 | 1,475 | 27.80% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 775 | 500 | 1,270 | 23.85% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 340 | 470 | 810 | 15.75% |
Below national average 15.8% of Port Hardy's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Port Hardy
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Port Hardy. 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 6.51% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 57.21% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.51% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Port Hardy's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 155 men and 115 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 265.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 155 | 115 | 265 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Port Hardy industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Port Hardy is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Port Hardy has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (13%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 70 | 195 | 13% |
| Retail trade | 130 | 130 | 13% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 205 | 25 | 12% |
| Educational services | 40 | 175 | 11% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 85 | 55 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 40 | 105 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 105 | 30 | 7% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 45 | 50 | 5% |
| Public administration | 45 | 45 | 5% |
| Construction | 65 | 15 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 60 | 25 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 35 | 35 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 20 | 30 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 30 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 20 | 15 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 10 | 25 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Wholesale trade | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Port Hardy residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Port Hardy: Health care and social assistance (13%), -45 Retail trade (13%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (12%)
Top occupation categories in Port Hardy: Sales and service occupations (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (15%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. 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 | 645 | 750 | 1,390 | 75.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 245 | 70 | 320 | 17.40% |
| Worked at home | 50 | 85 | 130 | 7.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Port Hardy 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 Port Hardy residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Port Hardy spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 69.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 17.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 7.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Port Hardyshed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Port Hardy's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights township'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 Port Hardy. About 3,855 people living in the province speak English, 40 people speak French, 10 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 5 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 3,855 |
| French | 40 |
| Neither English nor French | 10 |
| English and French | 5 |
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 | 91.0% | 97.6% |
| Non-official languages | 6.2% | 1.8% |
| French | 1.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Port Hardy is predominantly Christian. About 995 of its population is Christian (475 males and 475 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 1.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Jewish, both represent 0.6% and 0.4% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.4% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 25.8% |
| Sikh | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% |
| Islam | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Port Hardy
Hospitals
Schools
Parks
Libraries
Community Centres
- Lighthouse Resource Centre
- North Island Building Blocks
- Sacred Wolf Friendship Centres Temporary Location
Places to Visit in Port Hardy
Museums
Historic Sites
- Dakota 576 Crash Site
- The Carrot Campaign Memorial
- Kwagu'l Kwakwaka'wakw War Veterans Memorial Pole
- Numata and Port Hardy 1993 Twinning Memorial
- Veteran Memorial Monument
Green Spaces in Port Hardy
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Tsulquate Park | Parks | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Port Hardy
According to the 2021 census, Port Hardy has a population of approximately 3,902 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Port Hardy decreased by 5.57%.
Port Hardy has a population density of approximately 101.20 people per square kilometre.
Port Hardy covers a land area of approximately 38.55 km².
The median age of the population in Port Hardy is 42.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Port Hardy is English.
The median household income in Port Hardy is $69,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Port Hardy.
Christian is the predominant religion in Port Hardy.
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.