Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Port Anson has a population of around 42 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Port Anson has decreased by ▼ -67.69%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 130 | 42 | --67.69% |
2026 Population Projection
Port Anson's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 42 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Port Anson Population Trend & Context
Port Anson had a 2021 census population of 42 — a decline of 88 (▼ 67.69%) people from the 130 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 63.2 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 Port Anson is around 20 while the female population is around 20.
Of the 42 total population in Port Anson, the largest gender is female with around 20 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 | -0.00% |
Is Port Anson a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Port Anson 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.
Port Anson Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Port Anson compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Port Anson | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 63.2 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Port Anson has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 22.20% of the total population. The town median age is 63.20.
| 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 55.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 33.30% and 0.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Port Anson are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 50.00% | 75.00% | 55.60% |
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 20.00% | 20.00% | 45.00% |
| 65 years and over | 50.00% | 50.00% | 33.30% |
| 15 to 64 years | 10.00% | 15.00% | 25.00% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 10.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Population of Port Anson by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Port Anson is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Port Anson 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 Port Anson are Italian, which accounts for 0.00% of the total population, followed by Indian (India) (0.00%), Ukrainian (0.00%), Dutch (0.00%), and Polish (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Port Anson include British Isles, Filipino, French Canadian, Caucasian (White), and First Nations (North American Indian).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indian (India) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Dutch | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Polish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| British Isles | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Filipino | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| French Canadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Caucasian (White) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Port Anson
About 0.00% of Port Anson's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% 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 Port Anson's population profile.
About 0.0% of Port Anson's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Port Anson'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 |
0.0% of Port Anson's residents (0 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 0.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 25 of Port Anson's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 37.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 0.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 15 | 37.50% |
| 1 person | 5 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Port Anson
Of census families in Port Anson, 100.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.2 people.
50.0% of households in Port Anson are one-person households, 50.0% are couple-family households, 25.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 50.0% |
| Couple-family households | 10 | 50.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 25.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Port Anson
Analyzing income distribution in Port Anson can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Port Anson 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 Port Anson 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 Port Anson's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Port Anson'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 Port Anson
This data sheds light on the distribution of Port Anson 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.
0.00% or most of the Port Anson population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 0.00% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a Postsecondary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Port Anson's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Port Anson
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Port Anson. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Port Anson is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 0.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Port Anson, 0.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 0.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 0.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 0 | 0.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 0 | 0.0% |
| Did not work | 0 | 0.0% |
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 Port Anson's population (around 0.00%) are working permanent 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 Port Anson industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Port Anson is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Port Anson has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (0%) works in the sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 0%, followed by Utilities at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| 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 | 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 Port Anson residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Port Anson: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Port Anson: Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%), Natural and applied sciences and related occupations (0%)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Port Anson 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 Anson residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Port Anson 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 | 0.00% |
| 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 Port Anson 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 Port Anson'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 Port Anson. About 40 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 | 40 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Port Anson's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 40 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
The second largest religion in the town is Jewish with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Christian | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Port Anson
- Miles Cove 3.5 km · 97 people
- Robert's Arm 5.8 km · 722 people
- Pilley's Island 9.3 km · 286 people
- Little Bay 11.3 km · 100 people
- Little Bay Islands 12.3 km
- Beachside 12.6 km · 97 people
- Brighton 13.9 km · 163 people
- Triton 15.9 km · 896 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Port Anson
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Port Anson has a population of 42 people, making it the 275th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined significantly from 130 in 2016, a decrease of 88 people or 67.69%. The town has a population density of 5.4 people per km² across a land area of 7.72 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Port Anson's population declined by 67.69% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 130 to 42 people, a loss of 88 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 63.20 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Port Anson has a population density of approximately 5.40 people per square kilometre.
Port Anson covers a land area of approximately 7.72 km².
The median age of the population in Port Anson is 63.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Port Anson is Italian.
The median household income in Port Anson is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Port Anson.
Hindu is the predominant religion in Port Anson.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Port Anson's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Port Anson's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Port Anson, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Port Anson, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Port Anson'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 Port Anson, 0.0% 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.