Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Millertown has a population of around 87 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Millertown has increased by ▲ 7.41%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 81 | 87 | +7.41% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.44% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Millertown's population is projected to reach approximately 93 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 30.19 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 87 | 93 | 30.19 |
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.
Millertown Population Trend & Context
Millertown had a 2021 census population of 87 — an increase of 6 (▲ 7.41%) people from the 81 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 60.4 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Millertown is around 40 while the female population is around 50.
Of the 87 total population in Millertown, the largest gender is female with around 50 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 50 | +20.00% |
Is Millertown a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Millertown 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.
Millertown Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Millertown compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Millertown | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 60.4 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Millertown has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 23.50% of the total population. The town median age is 60.40.
| 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 58.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.40% and 17.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Millertown are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 40.00% | 50.00% | 85.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 62.50% | 40.00% | 58.80% |
| 15 to 64 years | 25.00% | 20.00% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 25.00% | 40.00% | 29.40% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 20.00% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 20.00% | 17.60% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 10.00% | 15.00% |
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Population of Millertown by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Millertown is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Millertown 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 Millertown are Canadian, which accounts for 40.00% of the total population, followed by Caucasian (White) (28.00%), English (24.00%), Zimbabwean (0.00%), and Burmese (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Millertown include Mongolian, Azorean, Atikamekw, Bamileke, and Indo-Guyanese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 30.77% | 46.15% | 40.00% |
| Caucasian (White) | 30.77% | 30.77% | 28.00% |
| English | 30.77% | 30.77% | 24.00% |
| Zimbabwean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Burmese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mongolian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Azorean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Atikamekw | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bamileke | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indo-Guyanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Millertown
About 0.00% of Millertown's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% 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 Millertown's population profile.
About 0.0% of Millertown's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Millertown'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 Millertown's residents (125 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 40 of Millertown's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 6.25%, 6.25%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 20 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 10 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 6.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 6.25% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Millertown
Of census families in Millertown, 83.3% are couple families and 16.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
25.0% of households in Millertown are one-person households, 62.5% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 25.0% |
| Couple-family households | 25 | 62.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Millertown
Analyzing income distribution in Millertown can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Millertown 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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Millertown 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 Millertown's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Millertown'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 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 Millertown
This data sheds light on the distribution of Millertown 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.
52.90% or most of the Millertown population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 41.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% 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 | 25 | 20 | 45 | 52.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 15 | 35 | 41.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Millertown's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Millertown
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Millertown. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Millertown is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 39.13% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Millertown, 22.7% worked full year full time in the reference year, 54.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 22.7% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 25 | 22.7% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 60 | 54.5% |
| Did not work | 25 | 22.7% |
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 Millertown's population (around 70.00%) are working temporary position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, 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 Millertown industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Millertown is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Millertown has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (40%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Transportation and warehousing sector comes second at 20%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 40% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 10 | 20% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 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 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Millertown residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Millertown: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (40%), Transportation and warehousing (20%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Millertown: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (30%), Natural and applied sciences and related occupations (20%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (20%)
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 | 30 | 15 | 40 | 88.90% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Millertown 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 Millertown residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Millertown 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 | 62.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 37.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Millertown 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 Millertown'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 Millertown. About 90 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 | 90 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Millertown's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 94.4% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 85 | 94.4% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 94.4% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Millertown is predominantly Christian. About 85 of its population is Christian (50 males and 40 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 | 68.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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- Buchans 23.5 km · 590 people
- Badger 40.6 km · 682 people
- Howley 55.4 km · 179 people
- Grand Falls-Windsor 66.5 km · 13,853 people
- South Brook 75.9 km · 420 people
- Deer Lake 76.9 km · 4,864 people
- Reidville 78.4 km · 550 people
- Bishop's Falls 79.1 km · 3,082 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Millertown
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Millertown has a population of 87 people, making it the 260th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population increased significantly from 81 in 2016, an increase of 6 people or 7.41%. The town has a population density of 28.3 people per km² across a land area of 3.08 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Millertown's population grew by 7.41% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 81 to 87 people, a gain of 6 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 60.40 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Millertown has a population density of approximately 28.30 people per square kilometre.
Millertown covers a land area of approximately 3.08 km².
The median age of the population in Millertown is 60.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Millertown is Canadian.
The median household income in Millertown is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Millertown.
Christian is the predominant religion in Millertown.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Millertown's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Millertown's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 16.7% of census families in Millertown, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Millertown, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Millertown'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 Millertown, 22.7% 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.