Shediac, New Brunswick Population Data & Demographics

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Shediac. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 64.00 km2. The town has a population density of 117.70 people per km2.

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

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Shediac has a population of around 7,535 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has increased by 13.07%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
6,6647,535 +13.07%

Population By Genders

The male population of Shediac is around 3,535 while the female population is around 4,000.

Of the 7,535 total population in Shediac, the largest gender is female with around 4,000 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
3,5354,000 +11.63%

Population by Age Characteristics

Shediac has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 8.90% of the total population. The town median age is 52.80.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
65 to 69 years305 8.60%365 9.10% 16.44%670 8.90%
60 to 64 years285 8.10%375 9.40% 24.00%650 8.60%
70 to 74 years280 7.90%325 8.10% 13.85%610 8.10%
55 to 59 years260 7.40%305 7.60% 14.75%570 7.60%
40 to 44 years230 6.50%255 6.40% 9.80%490 6.50%
45 to 49 years210 5.90%245 6.10% 14.29%460 6.10%
50 to 54 years215 6.10%240 6.00% 10.42%450 6.00%
35 to 39 years205 5.80%240 6.00% 14.58%445 5.90%
75 to 79 years190 5.40%240 6.00% 20.83%435 5.80%
25 to 29 years205 5.80%175 4.40% 14.63%380 5.00%
30 to 34 years175 5.00%175 4.40% 0.00%350 4.60%
85 years and over95 2.70%255 6.40% 62.75%350 4.60%
10 to 14 years165 4.70%140 3.50% 15.15%305 4.00%
80 to 84 years125 3.50%175 4.40% 28.57%300 4.00%
5 to 9 years150 4.20%135 3.40% 10.00%285 3.80%
15 to 19 years150 4.20%130 3.30% 13.33%280 3.70%
20 to 24 years155 4.40%115 2.90% 25.81%270 3.60%
0 to 4 years125 3.50%125 3.10% 0.00%250 3.30%
85 to 89 years65 1.80%140 3.50% 53.57%205 2.70%
90 to 94 years20 0.60%85 2.10% 76.47%105 1.40%
Median age of the population50 49.60%56 55.60% 10.79%53 52.80%

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 57.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 31.30% and 11.10%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
Average age of the population47.30%51.80%49.70%
65 years and over28.30%33.90%31.30%
0 to 14 years12.40%9.90%11.10%

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Population of Shediac by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Shediac is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Shediac 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 Acadian, which accounts for 31.88% of the total population, followed by Canadian (25.52%), French (21.87%), English (8.65%), and Irish (8.43%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, Caucasian (White), Filipino, New Brunswicker, and French Canadian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Acadian32.87%31.06%31.88%
Canadian25.81%25.30%25.52%
French21.81%21.95%21.87%
English8.76%8.43%8.65%
Irish8.76%8.03%8.43%
Scottish7.22%6.83%7.01%
Caucasian (White)4.45%5.22%4.86%
Filipino3.84%4.69%4.29%
New Brunswicker3.69%3.21%3.43%
French Canadian2.76%3.21%3.07%

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 1,755 of Shediac's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 20.65% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.60% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.05%, 4.55%, and 2.10%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons1,36020.65%
1 person1,09516.60%
3 persons4006.05%
4 persons3004.55%
5 or more persons1402.10%

Income in Shediac

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Shediac 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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Shediac population or around 5,040 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 4,600 and 3,355 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Shediac's median household income is $67,000, according to 2020 data.

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 Shediac

This data sheds light on the distribution of Shediac 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.

56.10% or most of the Shediac population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.05% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 19.40% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree2,2803,0555,32556.10%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate1,3651,3802,74028.05%
Bachelor's degree or higher7401,0851,82019.40%
No certificate, diploma or degree8408201,66515.80%

Employment in Shediac

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Shediac. 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 5.76% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate50.89%
Unemployment rate5.76%

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 Shediac's population (around 64.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 195 men and 140 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 330.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed195140330

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Shediac has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (16%) works in the public administration sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration25032016%
Manufacturing27523014%
Health care and social assistance7535012%
Retail trade22014511%
Accommodation and food services851757%
Construction155155%
Educational services451155%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services75654%
Other services (except public administration)45854%
Transportation and warehousing90354%
Professional, scientific and technical services65553%
Finance and insurance60603%
Wholesale trade75303%
Information and cultural industries50152%
Arts, entertainment and recreation30251%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting4001%
Real estate and rental and leasing25251%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction2001%
Utilities000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work1,0451,1752,22070.80%
Worked at home22536559519.00%
No fixed workplace address2407531510.00%
Worked outside Canada00100.30%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

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

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes46.50%
15 to 29 minutes35.50%
30 to 44 minutes16.20%
60 minutes and over1.40%
45 to 59 minutes0.80%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
56.04%
Married or living common-law
43.96%

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.

French is the most spoken official language in Shediac. About 4,690 people living in the province speak French, 2,380 people speak English, 65 people speak English and French language, and 25 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French4,690
English2,380
English and French65
Neither English nor French25

Religion

Shediac is predominantly Christian. About 5,485 of its population is Christian (2,475 males and 2,475 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 0.1% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian78.4%
Islam0.1%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Sikh0.0%