Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Edmundston has a population of around 16,437 people. The city's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Edmundston has decreased by -0.86%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 16,580 | 16,437 | --0.86% |
2026 Population Projection
Edmundston's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 16,437 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Edmundston is around 7,865 while the female population is around 8,570.
Of the 16,437 total population in Edmundston, the largest gender is female with around 8,570 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 7,865 | 8,570 | -8.23% |
Is Edmundston a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Edmundston 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
Edmundston has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 9.30% of the total population. The city median age is 54.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 710 9.00% | 825 9.60% | 13.94% | 1,530 9.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 710 9.00% | 800 9.30% | 11.25% | 1,505 9.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 635 8.10% | 730 8.50% | 13.01% | 1,365 8.30% |
| 55 to 59 years | 640 8.10% | 690 8.10% | 7.25% | 1,335 8.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 495 6.30% | 495 5.80% | 0.00% | 995 6.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 505 6.40% | 455 5.30% | 9.90% | 960 5.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 435 5.50% | 480 5.60% | 9.38% | 915 5.60% |
| 75 to 79 years | 400 5.10% | 485 5.70% | 17.53% | 885 5.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 435 5.50% | 425 5.00% | 2.30% | 860 5.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 390 5.00% | 370 4.30% | 5.13% | 765 4.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 385 4.90% | 365 4.30% | 5.19% | 755 4.60% |
| 85 years and over | 240 3.10% | 515 6.00% | 53.40% | 755 4.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 360 4.60% | 350 4.10% | 2.78% | 715 4.40% |
| 20 to 24 years | 365 4.60% | 330 3.90% | 9.59% | 700 4.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 340 4.30% | 350 4.10% | 2.86% | 685 4.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 235 3.00% | 385 4.50% | 38.96% | 620 3.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 325 4.10% | 280 3.30% | 13.85% | 605 3.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 250 3.20% | 250 2.90% | 0.00% | 495 3.00% |
| 85 to 89 years | 155 2.00% | 245 2.90% | 36.73% | 395 2.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 70 0.90% | 165 1.90% | 57.58% | 235 1.40% |
| 95 to 99 years | 20 0.30% | 90 1.10% | 77.78% | 105 0.60% |
Broader Age Groups
If the city'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 57.50% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 31.20% and 11.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Edmundston are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 51.60% | 56.00% | 54.00% |
| Average age of the population | 47.90% | 51.30% | 49.70% |
| 65 years and over | 28.20% | 34.00% | 31.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 12.20% | 10.50% | 11.30% |
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Population of Edmundston by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Edmundston is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Edmundston 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 Canadian, which accounts for 41.49% of the total population, followed by French (23.17%), Acadian (13.47%), French Canadian (7.64%), and Caucasian (White) (6.29%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include New Brunswicker, Irish, First Nations (North American Indian), English, and American.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 40.38% | 42.53% | 41.49% |
| French | 23.45% | 22.97% | 23.17% |
| Acadian | 13.53% | 13.48% | 13.47% |
| French Canadian | 6.73% | 8.48% | 7.64% |
| Caucasian (White) | 6.19% | 6.39% | 6.29% |
| New Brunswicker | 5.03% | 3.99% | 4.49% |
| Irish | 3.67% | 3.73% | 3.67% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 2.11% | 2.03% | 2.03% |
| English | 1.43% | 2.28% | 1.87% |
| American | 1.97% | 1.46% | 1.74% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Edmundston's population profile.
About 3.9% of Edmundston's population are immigrants (590 people).
The top countries of origin for Edmundston's immigrant population are United States of America (215), Morocco (60), Haiti (35), Romania (30), France (25).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 215 |
| Morocco | 60 |
| Haiti | 35 |
| Romania | 30 |
| France | 25 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 4,540 of Edmundston's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 19.90% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 18.70% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.90%, 4.20%, and 1.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 3,065 | 19.90% |
| 2 persons | 2,880 | 18.70% |
| 3 persons | 910 | 5.90% |
| 4 persons | 650 | 4.20% |
| 5 or more persons | 205 | 1.35% |
Income in Edmundston
Analyzing income distribution in Edmundston can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Edmundston is $36,400.
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 city's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Edmundston population or around 2,055 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 1,910 and 1,545 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Edmundston's median household income is $58,400, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Edmundston's median household income is 25,600 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the city'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 city's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Edmundston
This data sheds light on the distribution of Edmundston 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.
58.70% or most of the Edmundston population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.95% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.20% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.35% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 5,635 | 6,485 | 12,125 | 58.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 2,945 | 2,820 | 5,770 | 26.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1,745 | 2,405 | 4,155 | 20.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 1,635 | 1,675 | 3,305 | 14.35% |
Below national average 20.2% of Edmundston's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Edmundston
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Edmundston. 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 4.37% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.93% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.37% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the city who work as an employee. The majority of Edmundston's population (around 73.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 440 men and 290 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 730.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 440 | 290 | 730 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Edmundston industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Edmundston is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Edmundston has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Manufacturing at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 365 | 1,255 | 22% |
| Retail trade | 575 | 450 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 835 | 160 | 13% |
| Public administration | 335 | 280 | 8% |
| Educational services | 150 | 335 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 160 | 305 | 6% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 140 | 160 | 4% |
| Construction | 265 | 25 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 220 | 35 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 140 | 100 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 140 | 95 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 165 | 25 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 75 | 100 | 2% |
| Wholesale trade | 105 | 30 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 45 | 55 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 30 | 50 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 25 | 1% |
| Utilities | 20 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Edmundston residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Edmundston: Health care and social assistance (22%), -45 Retail trade (14%), -33 Manufacturing (13%)
Top occupation categories in Edmundston: Sales and service occupations (29%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%), Health occupations (14%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the city. 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 | 2,570 | 2,825 | 5,400 | 79.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 590 | 125 | 715 | 10.50% |
| Worked at home | 345 | 320 | 665 | 9.80% |
| Worked outside Canada | 40 | 10 | 50 | 0.70% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Edmundston 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 Edmundston residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Edmundston spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the city's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the city.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 72.20% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 19.40% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 4.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 1.80% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Edmundstonshed 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 city's social fabric. We can gain insights into Edmundston's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights city's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
French is the most spoken official language in Edmundston. About 14,395 people living in the province speak French, 980 people speak English, 140 people speak English and French language, and 25 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 14,395 |
| English | 980 |
| English and French | 140 |
| Neither English nor French | 25 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| French | 90.1% | 91.5% |
| English | 5.1% | 4.9% |
| Non-official languages | 2.1% | 1.2% |
Religion
Edmundston is predominantly Christian. About 13,125 of its population is Christian (6,140 males and 6,140 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 1.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Jewish, both represent 0.1% and 0.1% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.1% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 86.0% |
| Islam | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Edmundston
Schools
- School Number 11
- Madawaska Middle-High School
- Cité des Jeunes A.-M.-Sormany
- Carrefour de la Jeunesse
- Madawaska Elementary School
Universities
Parks
- Parc Archibald Fraser
- parc Eymard-Desjardins Park
- Parc Jeanne-Vienneau
- Parc Richelieu
- parc Kinsmen Park
- Edmundston North Park
- Parc Ronald-Leblond
- Town Recreation Area
- Fraser Park
- Bicentennial Park
- Four Corners Park
- Parc linéaire interprovincial Petit-Témis
- Dionne Park
Libraries
Community Centres
- Senior Citizens Center
- Centre de Congrès d'Edmundston
- L'Atelier R.A.D.O. Inc.
- Centre Communautaire Godbout
- CBDC Madawaska Inc.
- Amitié Inc. Golden Age Club
- Centre récréatif de Première Nation Malécite de Madawaska
- Saint Thomas Center
Places to Visit in Edmundston
Museums
Attractions
Historic Sites
- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
- Gare ferroviaire Canadien Pacifique Edmundston
- Isaie and Scholastique Martin House
Theatres
Green Spaces in Edmundston
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Archibald Fraser | Parks | 2.6 ha |
| parc Eymard-Desjardins Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| Parc Jeanne-Vienneau | Parks | 1.9 ha |
| Parc Richelieu | Parks | 3.8 ha |
| parc Kinsmen Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Edmundston North Park | Parks | 2.3 ha |
| Parc Ronald-Leblond | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Town Recreation Area | Parks | 8.9 ha |
| Fraser Park | Parks | 4.2 ha |
| Bicentennial Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Four Corners Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Parc linéaire interprovincial Petit-Témis | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Dionne Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edmundston
According to the 2021 census, Edmundston has a population of approximately 16,437 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Edmundston decreased by 0.86%.
Edmundston has a population density of approximately 153.80 people per square kilometre.
Edmundston covers a land area of approximately 106.84 km².
The median age of the population in Edmundston is 54.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Edmundston is Canadian.
The median household income in Edmundston is $58,400, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Edmundston.
Christian is the predominant religion in Edmundston.
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.