Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Cambridge-Narrows has a population of around 715 people. The 's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cambridge-Narrows has increased by 27.22%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 562 | 715 | +27.22% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.93% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Cambridge-Narrows's population is projected to reach approximately 910 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 8.52 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 715 | 910 | 8.52 |
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.
Population By Genders
The male population of Cambridge-Narrows is around 370 while the female population is around 350.
Of the 715 total population in Cambridge-Narrows, the largest gender is male with around 370 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 370 | 350 | +5.41% |
Is Cambridge-Narrows a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cambridge-Narrows compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against New Brunswick, 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.
Population by Age Characteristics
Cambridge-Narrows has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 11.20% of the total population. The median age is 57.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 40 10.80% | 40 11.40% | 0.00% | 80 11.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 35 9.50% | 40 11.40% | 12.50% | 75 10.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 35 9.50% | 40 11.40% | 12.50% | 75 10.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 30 8.10% | 35 10.00% | 14.29% | 65 9.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 35 9.50% | 25 7.10% | 28.57% | 60 8.40% |
| Median age of the population | 56 56.00% | 58 58.40% | 3.42% | 57 57.20% |
| Average age of the population | 50 50.10% | 53 53.10% | 5.65% | 52 51.60% |
| 75 to 79 years | 25 6.80% | 20 5.70% | 20.00% | 50 7.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 20 5.40% | 15 4.30% | 25.00% | 35 4.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 20 5.40% | 15 4.30% | 25.00% | 35 4.90% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15 4.10% | 20 5.70% | 25.00% | 35 4.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 15 4.10% | 15 4.30% | 0.00% | 35 4.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15 4.10% | 20 5.70% | 25.00% | 30 4.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 2.70% | 10 2.90% | 0.00% | 25 3.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 15 4.10% | 5 1.40% | 66.67% | 25 3.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 2.70% | 10 2.90% | 0.00% | 25 3.50% |
| 85 years and over | 10 2.70% | 10 2.90% | 0.00% | 25 3.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 4.10% | 5 1.40% | 66.67% | 20 2.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 2.70% | 10 2.90% | 0.00% | 20 2.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 1.40% | 15 4.30% | 66.67% | 20 2.80% |
Broader Age Groups
If the '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 52.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 35.00% and 12.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Cambridge-Narrows are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 14.90% | 10.00% | 12.60% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Cambridge-Narrows
Population of Cambridge-Narrows by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Cambridge-Narrows is quite diverse, which contributes to the 's vibrant cultural landscape. Cambridge-Narrows 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 28.93% of the total population, followed by Irish (21.49%), Scottish (18.18%), Canadian (14.88%), and Caucasian (White) (13.22%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, British Isles, French, Welsh, and Dutch.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 25.86% | 31.75% | 28.93% |
| Irish | 13.79% | 28.57% | 21.49% |
| Scottish | 15.52% | 20.63% | 18.18% |
| Canadian | 18.97% | 11.11% | 14.88% |
| Caucasian (White) | 17.24% | 12.70% | 13.22% |
| German | 10.34% | 7.94% | 9.92% |
| British Isles | 12.07% | 6.35% | 9.92% |
| French | 10.34% | 7.94% | 9.09% |
| Welsh | 3.45% | 7.94% | 5.79% |
| Dutch | 5.17% | 0.00% | 3.31% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Cambridge-Narrows's population profile.
About 7.4% of Cambridge-Narrows's population are immigrants (45 people).
The top countries of origin for Cambridge-Narrows's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Hungary (0), Italy (0), Netherlands (0), Poland (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 10 |
| Hungary | 0 |
| Italy | 0 |
| Netherlands | 0 |
| Poland | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 315 of Cambridge-Narrows's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 23.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.95% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.05%, 2.90%, and 2.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 160 | 23.20% |
| 1 person | 110 | 15.95% |
| 3 persons | 35 | 5.05% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 2.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 2.15% |
Income in Cambridge-Narrows
Analyzing income distribution in Cambridge-Narrows can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cambridge-Narrows is $37,600.
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 's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Cambridge-Narrows population or around 85 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 60 and 60 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Cambridge-Narrows's median household income is $68,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Cambridge-Narrows's median household income is 15,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the '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 's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Cambridge-Narrows
This data sheds light on the distribution of Cambridge-Narrows 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.
55.25% or most of the Cambridge-Narrows population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.95% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.05% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.75% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 210 | 230 | 435 | 55.25% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 115 | 120 | 240 | 30.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 55 | 90 | 155 | 20.05% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 55 | 120 | 13.75% |
Below national average 20.1% of Cambridge-Narrows's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Cambridge-Narrows
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cambridge-Narrows. 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 7.55% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 33.96% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.55% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the who work as an employee. The majority of Cambridge-Narrows's population (around 54.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the , there are 30 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 50.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 30 | 15 | 50 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Cambridge-Narrows industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Cambridge-Narrows is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Cambridge-Narrows has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 11%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 35 | 21% |
| Educational services | 0 | 20 | 11% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 20 | 0 | 9% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 15 | 0 | 7% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 15 | 7% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 0 | 7% |
| Public administration | 10 | 15 | 7% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 5% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Cambridge-Narrows residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Cambridge-Narrows: Health care and social assistance (21%), Educational services (11%), -49 Transportation and warehousing (9%)
Top occupation categories in Cambridge-Narrows: Sales and service occupations (27%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the . 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 | 40 | 50 | 90 | 50.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 30 | 45 | 25.00% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 20 | 40 | 22.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Cambridge-Narrows 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 Cambridge-Narrows residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cambridge-Narrows spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the 's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the .
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 28.60% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 28.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 21.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 14.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 14.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Cambridge-Narrowsshed 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 's social fabric. We can gain insights into Cambridge-Narrows's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights '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 Cambridge-Narrows. About 690 people living in the province speak English, 25 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 690 |
| French | 25 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and 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 | 93.0% | 95.8% |
| Non-official languages | 4.2% | 0.7% |
| French | 3.5% | 1.4% |
Religion
Cambridge-Narrows is predominantly Christian. About 385 of its population is Christian (160 males and 160 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 | 64.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Cambridge-Narrows
Schools
Parks
Libraries
Green Spaces in Cambridge-Narrows
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Pines Conservation Park | Parks | 7.4 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge-Narrows
According to the 2021 census, Cambridge-Narrows has a population of approximately 715 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cambridge-Narrows increased by 27.22%.
Cambridge-Narrows has a population density of approximately 6.70 people per square kilometre.
Cambridge-Narrows covers a land area of approximately 106.79 km².
The median age of the population in Cambridge-Narrows is 57.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Cambridge-Narrows is English.
The median household income in Cambridge-Narrows is $68,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Cambridge-Narrows.
Christian is the predominant religion in Cambridge-Narrows.
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.