Centreville, New Brunswick Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Centreville census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Centreville. It is a in Canada that encompasses a land area of 2.67 km2. The has a population density of 190.40 people per km2.

We highlight the Centreville 's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Centreville on the Map

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Centreville location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Centreville has a population of around 508 people. The 's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Centreville has decreased by -8.80%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
557508 --8.80%

2026 Population Projection

Centreville's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 508 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Centreville is around 235 while the female population is around 270.

Of the 508 total population in Centreville, the largest gender is female with around 270 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
235270 -12.96%

Is Centreville a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Centreville compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against New Brunswick, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

0.0%
Unemployment rate
10.3 pts below the province
56.0%
Employment rate
2.1 pts above the province
58.7%
Participation rate
1.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$56,800
Median household income
$13,200 below the province
18.4%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
4.2 pts above the province

Commute

77.8%
Commute under 30 minutes
2.9 pts below the province
86.1%
Commute by car
5.9 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.5 pts below the province

Housing Character

62.7%
Single-detached houses
5.1 pts below the province
29.4%
Apartments (any building size)
8.6 pts above the province

Household Composition

2.00 people
Average household size
0.30people below the province
43.1%
One-person households
13.3 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Population by Age Characteristics

Centreville has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 9.90% of the total population. The median age is 49.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years25 10.60%25 9.30% 0.00%50 9.90%
Median age of the population45 44.80%52 51.60% 13.57%49 49.20%
Average age of the population43 43.20%49 48.60% 10.29%46 46.10%
65 to 69 years15 6.40%30 11.10% 50.00%40 7.90%
70 to 74 years25 10.60%20 7.40% 20.00%40 7.90%
10 to 14 years20 8.50%10 3.70% 50.00%35 6.90%
40 to 44 years15 6.40%20 7.40% 25.00%35 6.90%
50 to 54 years20 8.50%15 5.60% 25.00%35 6.90%
5 to 9 years10 4.30%15 5.60% 33.33%30 5.90%
30 to 34 years15 6.40%15 5.60% 0.00%30 5.90%
35 to 39 years10 4.30%20 7.40% 50.00%30 5.90%
55 to 59 years15 6.40%15 5.60% 0.00%30 5.90%
0 to 4 years10 4.30%10 3.70% 0.00%25 5.00%
25 to 29 years10 4.30%15 5.60% 33.33%25 5.00%
20 to 24 years10 4.30%10 3.70% 0.00%20 4.00%
45 to 49 years5 2.10%15 5.60% 66.67%20 4.00%
75 to 79 years5 2.10%15 5.60% 66.67%20 4.00%
85 years and over5 2.10%20 7.40% 75.00%20 4.00%
15 to 19 years10 4.30%5 1.90% 50.00%15 3.00%

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 56.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 26.70% and 16.80%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Centreville are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Centreville

Population of Centreville by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Centreville is quite diverse, which contributes to the 's vibrant cultural landscape. Centreville 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 Scottish, which accounts for 28.57% of the total population, followed by Irish (26.37%), English (24.18%), Canadian (18.68%), and Caucasian (White) (12.09%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, German, New Brunswicker, British Isles, and Nova Scotian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Scottish20.51%33.33%28.57%
Irish23.08%25.93%26.37%
English20.51%25.93%24.18%
Canadian20.51%18.52%18.68%
Caucasian (White)12.82%11.11%12.09%
French12.82%5.56%8.79%
German10.26%7.41%8.79%
New Brunswicker7.69%5.56%6.59%
British Isles0.00%5.56%4.40%
Nova Scotian7.69%0.00%3.30%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Centreville's population profile.

About 7.7% of Centreville's population are immigrants (35 people).

The top countries of origin for Centreville's immigrant population are United Kingdom (15), United States of America (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom15
United States of America10
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 160 of Centreville's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 21.55% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 16.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.90%, 4.90%, and 1.95%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person11021.55%
2 persons8516.65%
3 persons254.90%
4 persons254.90%
5 or more persons101.95%

Income in Centreville

Analyzing income distribution in Centreville can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Centreville is $36,800.

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 Centreville population or around 80 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 65 and 60 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Centreville's median household income is $56,800, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Centreville's median household income is 27,200 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 Centreville

This data sheds light on the distribution of Centreville 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.

54.80% or most of the Centreville population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 15.00% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.75% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree13520033554.80%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate11010522036.10%
Bachelor's degree or higher55259015.00%
No certificate, diploma or degree2035608.75%

Below national average 15.0% of Centreville's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Centreville

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Centreville. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate56.00%
Unemployment rate0.00%

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 Centreville's population (around 72.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the , there are 30 men and 20 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 45.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed302045

Employment Industry Sectors

The Centreville industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Centreville is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Centreville has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 14%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing351523%
Health care and social assistance03014%
Retail trade20011%
Educational services0209%
Accommodation and food services007%
Construction1005%
Transportation and warehousing005%
Finance and insurance0105%
Other services (except public administration)1005%
Public administration005%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Centreville residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Centreville: -33 Manufacturing (23%), Health care and social assistance (14%), -45 Retail trade (11%)

Top occupation categories in Centreville: Sales and service occupations (27%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%)

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work757514569.00%
Worked at home20103516.70%
No fixed workplace address20103014.30%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Centreville 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 Centreville residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Centreville 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 .

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes55.60%
15 to 29 minutes22.20%
30 to 44 minutes13.90%
45 to 59 minutes5.60%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Centrevilleshed 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 Centreville's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
54.76%
Married or living common-law
45.24%

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 Centreville. About 505 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English505
French5
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English94.1%97.1%
Non-official languages2.9%2.0%
French1.0%0.0%

Religion

Centreville is predominantly Christian. About 315 of its population is Christian (120 males and 120 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian68.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Centreville

Parks

Places to Visit in Centreville

Historic Sites

Green Spaces in Centreville

NameTypeApprox. Area
Victory ParkParks0.9 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Centreville

According to the 2021 census, Centreville has a population of approximately 508 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Centreville decreased by 8.80%.

Centreville has a population density of approximately 190.40 people per square kilometre.

Centreville covers a land area of approximately 2.67 km².

The median age of the population in Centreville is 49.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Centreville is Scottish.

The median household income in Centreville is $56,800, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Centreville.

Christian is the predominant religion in Centreville.

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.