Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Makkovik has a population of around 365 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Makkovik has decreased by ▼ -3.18%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 377 | 365 | --3.18% |
2026 Population Projection
Makkovik's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 365 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Makkovik Population Trend & Context
Makkovik had a 2021 census population of 365 — a decline of 12 (▼ 3.18%) people from the 377 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 36.8 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Makkovik is around 190 while the female population is around 175.
Of the 365 total population in Makkovik, the largest gender is male with around 190 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 190 | 175 | -7.89% |
Is Makkovik a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Makkovik compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Newfoundland and Labrador, 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.
Makkovik Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Makkovik compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Makkovik | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $79,500 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 27.3% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 36.8 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 12.6% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 2.7% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Makkovik has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 30 to 34 years old, accounting for 9.60% of the total population. The town median age is 36.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the town'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 67.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 21.90% and 11.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Makkovik are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 35.00% | 45.00% | 80.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 68.40% | 65.70% | 67.10% |
| 65 years and over | 25.00% | 20.00% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.40% | 25.70% | 21.90% |
| 65 years and over | 13.20% | 11.40% | 11.00% |
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Population of Makkovik by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Makkovik is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Makkovik is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Makkovik are Inuit, which accounts for 80.82% of the total population, followed by English (10.96%), Irish (6.85%), Scottish (5.48%), and Norwegian (5.48%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Makkovik include Canadian, French, British Isles, Caucasian (White), and Welsh.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inuit | 81.08% | 85.71% | 80.82% |
| English | 13.51% | 8.57% | 10.96% |
| Irish | 8.11% | 5.71% | 6.85% |
| Scottish | 5.41% | 0.00% | 5.48% |
| Norwegian | 0.00% | 5.71% | 5.48% |
| Canadian | 5.41% | 5.71% | 2.74% |
| French | 5.41% | 0.00% | 2.74% |
| British Isles | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.74% |
| Caucasian (White) | 5.41% | 5.71% | 2.74% |
| Welsh | 0.00% | 5.71% | 2.74% |
Indigenous Identity in Makkovik
About 87.67% of Makkovik's population (320 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 12.33% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 10 people (2.70% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Makkovik's population profile.
About 2.7% of Makkovik's population are immigrants (10 people).
The top countries of origin for Makkovik'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 |
100.0% of Makkovik's residents (365 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 2.7% are second generation, and 97.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 130 of Makkovik's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 13.80% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.80% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.60%, 6.90%, and 5.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 40 | 13.80% |
| 2 persons | 40 | 13.80% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 8.60% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 6.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 5.15% |
Family and Household Structure in Makkovik
Of census families in Makkovik, 80.0% are couple families and 20.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.
27.6% of households in Makkovik are one-person households, 44.8% are couple-family households, 10.3% are one-parent-family households, and 3.4% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 40 | 27.6% |
| Couple-family households | 65 | 44.8% |
| One-parent-family households | 15 | 10.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 5 | 3.4% |
Income in Makkovik
Analyzing income distribution in Makkovik can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Makkovik is $39,600.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Makkovik population or around 55 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 50 and 30 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Makkovik's median household income is $79,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Makkovik's median household income is 4,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town'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 town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Makkovik
This data sheds light on the distribution of Makkovik 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.
43.90% or most of the Makkovik population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 26.80% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 45 | 50 | 90 | 43.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 35 | 25 | 60 | 29.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 25 | 55 | 26.80% |
Below national average 14.6% of Makkovik's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Makkovik
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Makkovik. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Makkovik is at 27.27% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 42.11% |
| Unemployment rate | 27.27% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Makkovik, 26.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 50.9% worked part year and/or part time, and 21.1% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 75 | 26.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 145 | 50.9% |
| Did not work | 60 | 21.1% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Makkovik's population (around 58.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Makkovik industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Makkovik is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Makkovik has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the public administration sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 12%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 20 | 20 | 21% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 12% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 20 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 15 | 0 | 9% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 10 | 9% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Makkovik residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Makkovik: Public administration (21%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (12%), Health care and social assistance (12%)
Top occupation categories in Makkovik: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Sales and service occupations (18%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (12%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 | 45 | 60 | 100 | 83.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 8.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 10 | 10 | 8.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Makkovik 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 Makkovik residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Makkovik spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 90.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Makkovik shed 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Makkovik's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town'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 Makkovik. About 365 people living in the town 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 | 365 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 1.4% of Makkovik's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 98.6% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 360 | 98.6% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 1.4% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 94.5% | 98.6% |
| Non-official languages | 4.1% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Makkovik is predominantly Christian. About 335 of its population is Christian (175 males and 165 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 91.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Makkovik
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Nearest Towns to Makkovik
- Postville 42.4 km · 188 people
- Hopedale 78.2 km · 596 people
- Rigolet 111.6 km · 327 people
- North West River 183.1 km · 560 people
- Cartwright, Labrador 207.3 km · 439 people
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay 212.0 km · 8,040 people
- Nain 225.9 km · 847 people
- Port Hope Simpson 339.5 km · 403 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Makkovik
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Makkovik has a population of 365 people, making it the 158th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined moderately from 377 in 2016, a decrease of 12 people or 3.18%. The town has a population density of 123.5 people per km² across a land area of 2.95 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Makkovik's population declined by 3.18% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 377 to 365 people, a loss of 12 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 36.80 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Makkovik has a population density of approximately 123.50 people per square kilometre.
Makkovik covers a land area of approximately 2.95 km².
The median age of the population in Makkovik is 36.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Makkovik is Inuit.
The median household income in Makkovik is $79,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Makkovik.
Christian is the predominant religion in Makkovik.
According to the 2021 Census, 87.7% of Makkovik's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Makkovik's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 19.0% of census families in Makkovik, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 3.4% of all households in Makkovik, per the 2021 Census.
1.4% of Makkovik's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Makkovik, 26.3% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.