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Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Port Elgin has a population of around 381 people. The 's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has decreased by -6.62%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 408 | 381 | --6.62% |
Population By Genders
The male population of Port Elgin is around 180 while the female population is around 200.
Of the 381 total population in Port Elgin, the largest gender is female with around 200 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 180 | 200 | -10.00% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Port Elgin has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.10% of the total population. The median age is 51.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 47 46.80% | 55 55.20% | 16.30% | 52 51.60% |
| Average age of the population | 45 45.40% | 52 51.60% | 11.63% | 49 48.60% |
| 55 to 59 years | 10 5.60% | 20 10.00% | 50.00% | 35 9.10% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15 8.30% | 25 12.50% | 40.00% | 35 9.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10 5.60% | 15 7.50% | 33.33% | 30 7.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 10 5.60% | 10 5.00% | 0.00% | 25 6.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 11.10% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 25 6.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 2.80% | 15 7.50% | 66.67% | 25 6.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 5.60% | 15 7.50% | 33.33% | 25 6.50% |
| 85 years and over | 10 5.60% | 20 10.00% | 50.00% | 25 6.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 15 8.30% | 10 5.00% | 33.33% | 20 5.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 2.80% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 20 5.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 5.60% | 5 2.50% | 50.00% | 20 5.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 5.60% | 10 5.00% | 0.00% | 20 5.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 20 11.10% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 20 5.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 2.80% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 20 5.20% |
| 5 to 9 years | 10 5.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 15 3.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 2.80% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 15 3.90% |
| 85 to 89 years | 5 2.80% | 10 5.00% | 50.00% | 15 3.90% |
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 57.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 29.90% and 57.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Port Elgin are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Population of Port Elgin by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Port Elgin is quite diverse, which contributes to the 's vibrant cultural landscape. Port Elgin 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 30.14% of the total population, followed by Canadian (28.77%), Scottish (27.40%), Irish (24.66%), and French (19.18%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Acadian, German, Atikamekw, Bamileke, and Indo-Guyanese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 33.33% | 24.32% | 30.14% |
| Canadian | 22.22% | 37.84% | 28.77% |
| Scottish | 25.00% | 27.03% | 27.40% |
| Irish | 30.56% | 16.22% | 24.66% |
| French | 25.00% | 10.81% | 19.18% |
| Acadian | 16.67% | 0.00% | 9.59% |
| German | 8.33% | 8.11% | 8.22% |
| Atikamekw | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bamileke | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indo-Guyanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 130 of Port Elgin's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 20.30% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 17.20% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.25%, 3.15%, and 3.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 65 | 20.30% |
| 2 persons | 55 | 17.20% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 6.25% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 3.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 3.15% |
Income in Port Elgin
Analyzing income distribution in Port Elgin can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Port Elgin is $32,400.
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 's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Port Elgin population or around 260 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 220 and 110 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Port Elgin's median household income is $52,800, according to 2020 data.
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 Port Elgin
This data sheds light on the distribution of Port Elgin 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.
45.50% or most of the Port Elgin population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 32.55% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 22.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 1.65% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 100 | 105 | 205 | 45.50% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 100 | 150 | 32.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 55 | 40 | 105 | 22.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 10 | 10 | 1.65% |
Employment in Port Elgin
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Port Elgin. 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 3.28% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 34.43% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.28% |
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 Port Elgin's population (around 65.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the , there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Port Elgin industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Port Elgin is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Port Elgin has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the construction sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 22%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 22% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 10 | 22% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 13% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 9% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 9% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
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 | 25 | 40 | 60 | 57.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 30 | 0 | 35 | 33.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 9.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Port Elgin 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 Elgin residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Port Elgin 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 30.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 25.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 20.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 15.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Port Elginshed 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 Port Elgin'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 Port Elgin. About 330 people living in the province speak English, 10 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 330 |
| French | 10 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Religion
Port Elgin is predominantly Christian. About 240 of its population is Christian (110 males and 110 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 | 64.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |