Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, St. Stephen has a population of around 4,510 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of St. Stephen has increased by 2.15%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,415 | 4,510 | +2.15% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.43% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, St. Stephen's population is projected to reach approximately 4,607 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 335.79 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 4,510 | 4,607 | 335.79 |
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 St. Stephen is around 2,105 while the female population is around 2,405.
Of the 4,510 total population in St. Stephen, the largest gender is female with around 2,405 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,105 | 2,405 | +12.47% |
Is St. Stephen a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how St. Stephen 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
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Towns Near St. Stephen
- St. George (35.9 km)
- Grand Bay-Westfield (85.2 km)
- Nackawic (88.9 km)
- Oromocto (96.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
St. Stephen has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 7.90% of the total population. The town median age is 48.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 170 8.10% | 190 7.90% | 10.53% | 355 7.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 155 7.40% | 190 7.90% | 18.42% | 340 7.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 150 7.10% | 180 7.50% | 16.67% | 330 7.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 150 7.10% | 175 7.30% | 14.29% | 330 7.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 155 7.40% | 150 6.20% | 3.23% | 305 6.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 120 5.70% | 155 6.40% | 22.58% | 275 6.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 135 6.40% | 120 5.00% | 11.11% | 260 5.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 125 5.90% | 120 5.00% | 4.00% | 245 5.40% |
| 5 to 9 years | 110 5.20% | 130 5.40% | 15.38% | 240 5.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 105 5.00% | 135 5.60% | 22.22% | 240 5.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 110 5.20% | 125 5.20% | 12.00% | 240 5.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 115 5.50% | 115 4.80% | 0.00% | 235 5.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 115 5.50% | 115 4.80% | 0.00% | 230 5.10% |
| 20 to 24 years | 110 5.20% | 105 4.40% | 4.55% | 215 4.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 80 3.80% | 110 4.60% | 27.27% | 185 4.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 95 4.50% | 90 3.70% | 5.26% | 180 4.00% |
| 85 years and over | 45 2.10% | 115 4.80% | 60.87% | 160 3.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 60 2.90% | 85 3.50% | 29.41% | 145 3.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 30 1.40% | 55 2.30% | 45.45% | 80 1.80% |
| 90 to 94 years | 15 0.70% | 40 1.70% | 62.50% | 55 1.20% |
| Median age of the population | 46 46.40% | 50 49.60% | 6.05% | 48 48.00% |
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 59.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.70% and 15.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in St. Stephen are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 43.90% | 47.00% | 45.60% |
| 65 years and over | 23.00% | 28.10% | 25.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 16.20% | 14.10% | 15.10% |
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Population of St. Stephen by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of St. Stephen is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. St. Stephen 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 Irish, which accounts for 26.51% of the total population, followed by Scottish (26.51%), English (25.71%), Canadian (23.32%), and French (10.24%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Caucasian (White), German, Acadian, American, and Dutch.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | 26.11% | 26.58% | 26.51% |
| Scottish | 27.59% | 25.53% | 26.51% |
| English | 22.41% | 28.48% | 25.71% |
| Canadian | 20.69% | 25.53% | 23.32% |
| French | 9.36% | 10.97% | 10.24% |
| Caucasian (White) | 5.42% | 5.27% | 5.57% |
| German | 4.93% | 3.16% | 3.98% |
| Acadian | 2.22% | 3.80% | 2.96% |
| American | 2.96% | 2.74% | 2.84% |
| Dutch | 3.45% | 1.90% | 2.62% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of St. Stephen's population profile.
About 8.2% of St. Stephen's population are immigrants (360 people).
The top countries of origin for St. Stephen's immigrant population are United States of America (140), United Kingdom (70), Netherlands (20), Russian Federation (10), Hong Kong (10).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 140 |
| United Kingdom | 70 |
| Netherlands | 20 |
| Russian Federation | 10 |
| Hong Kong | 10 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,295 of St. Stephen's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 19.10% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 16.55% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.50%, 4.60%, and 2.30%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 790 | 19.10% |
| 2 persons | 685 | 16.55% |
| 3 persons | 310 | 7.50% |
| 4 persons | 190 | 4.60% |
| 5 or more persons | 95 | 2.30% |
Income in St. Stephen
Analyzing income distribution in St. Stephen can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within St. Stephen is $33,600.
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 St. Stephen population or around 655 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 485 and 365 people, respectively.
Household Income
The St. Stephen's median household income is $56,800, according to 2020 data.
Below national average St. Stephen'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 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 St. Stephen
This data sheds light on the distribution of St. Stephen 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.
51.20% or most of the St. Stephen population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.70% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.30% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.05% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,450 | 1,535 | 2,985 | 51.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 940 | 1,185 | 2,125 | 35.70% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 520 | 650 | 1,165 | 20.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 355 | 470 | 820 | 13.05% |
Below national average 20.3% of St. Stephen's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in St. Stephen
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in St. Stephen. 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 5.47% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 51.40% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.47% |
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 St. Stephen's population (around 68.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 150 men and 90 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 240.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 150 | 90 | 240 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The St. Stephen industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in St. Stephen is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
St. Stephen has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 15%, followed by Retail trade at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 70 | 245 | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 195 | 115 | 15% |
| Retail trade | 120 | 170 | 14% |
| Accommodation and food services | 75 | 120 | 9% |
| Educational services | 55 | 115 | 8% |
| Public administration | 70 | 65 | 7% |
| Construction | 100 | 10 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 55 | 40 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 40 | 45 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 55 | 15 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 30 | 25 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 45 | 15 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 30 | 10 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 20 | 15 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 10 | 15 | 1% |
| Utilities | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 20 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 15 | 1% |
| 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 St. Stephen residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in St. Stephen: Health care and social assistance (15%), -33 Manufacturing (15%), -45 Retail trade (14%)
Top occupation categories in St. Stephen: Sales and service occupations (28%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (14%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 680 | 835 | 1,515 | 78.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 160 | 70 | 230 | 11.90% |
| Worked at home | 70 | 75 | 145 | 7.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 25 | 10 | 35 | 1.80% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how St. Stephen 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 St. Stephen residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of St. Stephen 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 71.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 14.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.10% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in St. Stephenshed 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 St. Stephen's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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.
English is the most spoken official language in St. Stephen. About 4,350 people living in the province speak English, 60 people speak French, 10 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 5 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 4,350 |
| French | 60 |
| Neither English nor French | 10 |
| English and French | 5 |
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 | 93.3% | 96.5% |
| Non-official languages | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| French | 1.5% | 0.2% |
Religion
St. Stephen is predominantly Christian. About 2,385 of its population is Christian (995 males and 995 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 0.9% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Sikh and Jewish, both represent 0.6% and 0.3% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.2% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 54.3% |
| Islam | 0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.2% |
Points of Interest in St. Stephen
Hospitals
Schools
- St. Stephen Elementary School
- St. Stephen Middle School
- Milltown Elementary School
- Calais Middle/High School
- Calais Elementary School
- Woodland Jr-Sr High School
- Woodland Elementary School
- St. Stephen High School
Universities
Parks
- Dover Hill
- Chocolate Park
- Waterfront Park
- Abbot Street Tot Lot
- Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
- Flat Iron Park
- Meridian Park
- Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
- Councilors Field
- Houlton Avenue Courts
- Glidden Athletic Field
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in St. Stephen
Museums
Historic Sites
- William Todd's Farm
- Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
- Calais Observatory
- Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
- St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church
Green Spaces in St. Stephen
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Dover Hill | Parks | 2.6 ha |
| Chocolate Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Waterfront Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Abbot Street Tot Lot | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Saint Croix Island International Historic Site | Parks | 9.1 ha |
| Flat Iron Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Meridian Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Saint Croix Island International Historic Site | Parks | 2.7 ha |
| Councilors Field | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Houlton Avenue Courts | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Glidden Athletic Field | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Brown Memorial Forest | Nature Reserves | 177.6 ha |
| Beausoleil Nature Preserve | Nature Reserves | 71.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Stephen
According to the 2021 census, St. Stephen has a population of approximately 4,510 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of St. Stephen increased by 2.15%.
St. Stephen has a population density of approximately 328.70 people per square kilometre.
St. Stephen covers a land area of approximately 13.72 km².
The median age of the population in St. Stephen is 48.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in St. Stephen is Irish.
The median household income in St. Stephen is $56,800, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in St. Stephen.
Christian is the predominant religion in St. Stephen.
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.