Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Woodstock has a population of around 5,553 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Woodstock has increased by 6.22%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 5,228 | 5,553 | +6.22% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.21% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Woodstock's population is projected to reach approximately 5,898 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 394.25 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 5,553 | 5,898 | 394.25 |
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 Woodstock is around 2,665 while the female population is around 2,885.
Of the 5,553 total population in Woodstock, the largest gender is female with around 2,885 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,665 | 2,885 | +7.63% |
Is Woodstock a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Woodstock 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 Woodstock
- Hartland (17.0 km)
- Nackawic (31.1 km)
- Florenceville-Bristol (33.4 km)
- Oromocto (91.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Woodstock has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 7.40% of the total population. The town median age is 45.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 to 69 years | 185 6.90% | 220 7.60% | 15.91% | 410 7.40% |
| 55 to 59 years | 185 6.90% | 190 6.60% | 2.63% | 380 6.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 205 7.70% | 160 5.50% | 21.95% | 365 6.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 175 6.60% | 180 6.20% | 2.78% | 355 6.40% |
| 70 to 74 years | 165 6.20% | 190 6.60% | 13.16% | 355 6.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 165 6.20% | 190 6.60% | 13.16% | 350 6.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 170 6.40% | 165 5.70% | 2.94% | 340 6.10% |
| 20 to 24 years | 160 6.00% | 165 5.70% | 3.03% | 330 5.90% |
| 35 to 39 years | 160 6.00% | 170 5.90% | 5.88% | 330 5.90% |
| 40 to 44 years | 160 6.00% | 160 5.50% | 0.00% | 320 5.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 160 6.00% | 140 4.90% | 12.50% | 305 5.50% |
| 30 to 34 years | 155 5.80% | 140 4.90% | 9.68% | 295 5.30% |
| 15 to 19 years | 135 5.10% | 145 5.00% | 6.90% | 280 5.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 130 4.90% | 145 5.00% | 10.34% | 275 5.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 120 4.50% | 120 4.20% | 0.00% | 245 4.40% |
| 85 years and over | 65 2.40% | 160 5.50% | 59.38% | 220 4.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 100 3.80% | 110 3.80% | 9.09% | 210 3.80% |
| 80 to 84 years | 65 2.40% | 130 4.50% | 50.00% | 195 3.50% |
| 85 to 89 years | 40 1.50% | 100 3.50% | 60.00% | 135 2.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 20 0.80% | 45 1.60% | 55.56% | 60 1.10% |
| Median age of the population | 43 43.20% | 48 47.60% | 8.40% | 46 45.60% |
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 60.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.00% and 14.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Woodstock are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 42.80% | 46.40% | 44.70% |
| 65 years and over | 21.60% | 28.10% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.60% | 14.20% | 14.90% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Woodstock
Population of Woodstock by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Woodstock is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Woodstock 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 33.36% of the total population, followed by Irish (28.97%), Scottish (27.29%), Canadian (11.50%), and French (11.12%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Welsh, Caucasian (White), British Isles, and Indian (India).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 32.13% | 34.50% | 33.36% |
| Irish | 27.19% | 30.64% | 28.97% |
| Scottish | 26.62% | 27.89% | 27.29% |
| Canadian | 11.60% | 11.56% | 11.50% |
| French | 10.84% | 11.38% | 11.12% |
| German | 9.32% | 5.14% | 7.29% |
| Welsh | 3.23% | 6.42% | 4.77% |
| Caucasian (White) | 5.13% | 4.04% | 4.49% |
| British Isles | 3.04% | 3.67% | 3.36% |
| Indian (India) | 4.18% | 2.57% | 3.27% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Woodstock's population profile.
About 7.8% of Woodstock's population are immigrants (415 people).
The top countries of origin for Woodstock's immigrant population are Philippines (90), India (85), United Kingdom (60), United States of America (50), Germany (25).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 90 |
| India | 85 |
| United Kingdom | 60 |
| United States of America | 50 |
| Germany | 25 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,380 of Woodstock's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.40% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.40% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.95%, 4.95%, and 2.40%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 915 | 18.40% |
| 1 person | 865 | 17.40% |
| 3 persons | 345 | 6.95% |
| 4 persons | 245 | 4.95% |
| 5 or more persons | 120 | 2.40% |
Income in Woodstock
Analyzing income distribution in Woodstock can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Woodstock is $34,400.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Woodstock population or around 795 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 640 and 500 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Woodstock's median household income is $60,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Woodstock's median household income is 24,000 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 Woodstock
This data sheds light on the distribution of Woodstock 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.
55.45% or most of the Woodstock population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 32.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 22.25% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.25% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,800 | 2,115 | 3,920 | 55.45% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,220 | 1,115 | 2,335 | 32.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 715 | 840 | 1,555 | 22.25% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 480 | 475 | 950 | 12.25% |
Below national average 22.3% of Woodstock's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Woodstock
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Woodstock. 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 5.57% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 55.01% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.57% |
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 Woodstock's population (around 73.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 155 men and 85 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 240.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 155 | 85 | 240 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Woodstock industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Woodstock is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Woodstock has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (14%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 70 | 305 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 150 | 190 | 13% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 265 | 70 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 235 | 65 | 11% |
| Accommodation and food services | 105 | 135 | 9% |
| Educational services | 65 | 165 | 8% |
| Construction | 130 | 10 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 75 | 60 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 65 | 55 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 80 | 20 | 4% |
| Information and cultural industries | 70 | 30 | 4% |
| Public administration | 55 | 35 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 20 | 35 | 2% |
| Wholesale trade | 30 | 10 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 25 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 20 | 1% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 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 Woodstock residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Woodstock: Health care and social assistance (14%), -45 Retail trade (13%), -49 Transportation and warehousing (12%)
Top occupation categories in Woodstock: Sales and service occupations (25%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (18%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)
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 | 840 | 925 | 1,760 | 71.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 290 | 120 | 405 | 16.40% |
| Worked at home | 185 | 115 | 300 | 12.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.40% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Woodstock 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 Woodstock residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Woodstock 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 | 63.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 22.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 9.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.40% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Woodstockshed 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 Woodstock'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 Woodstock. About 5,240 people living in the province speak English, 90 people speak French, 20 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 10 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 5,240 |
| French | 90 |
| Neither English nor French | 20 |
| English and French | 10 |
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 | 87.0% | 91.1% |
| Non-official languages | 9.9% | 6.7% |
| French | 1.8% | 0.6% |
Religion
Woodstock is predominantly Christian. About 3,095 of its population is Christian (1,430 males and 1,430 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 2.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Muslim, both represent 1.5% and 1.1% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 57.9% |
| Sikh | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% |
| Islam | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Woodstock
Schools
- Woodstock Christian Academy
- Kreative Cosmetology Institute
- Southern Carleton Elementary School
- Woodstock High School
Parks
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Woodstock
Attractions
Historic Sites
- Monument 24
- Monument 25
- Monument 29
- Monument 28A
- Monument 19C
- Monument 16A
- Monument 13B
- Monument 21B
- Monument 18
- Monument 29A
- Monument 19A
- Monument 24A
- Monument 23
- Monument 14
- Monument 27
- Monument 28C
- Monument 28
- Monument 19
- Monument 21D
- Monument 25A
- Monument 18A-66
- Monument 21
- Monument 26
- Monument 16
- Monument 20
- Monument 15B
- Monument 27A
- Monument 24B
- Monument 26A
- Monument 20A
- Monument 25B
- Monument 22A
- Monument 28B
- Monument 17
- Monument 13A
- Monument 14A
- Monument 22
- Monument 19B
- Monument 15A
- Monument 17A
- Monument 23A
- Monument 21C
- Monument 15
- Monument 21A
- Monument 11B
- Monument 10C
- Monument 9
Green Spaces in Woodstock
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Connell Park | Parks | 56.3 ha |
| Meltz Family Memorial Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Keenan Ridge | Parks | 2.4 ha |
| Citizen Square Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Mednuxnekeag Valley Nature Preserve | Nature Reserves | 108.4 ha |
| Beardsley Hill Nature Preserve | Nature Reserves | 53.0 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Woodstock
According to the 2021 census, Woodstock has a population of approximately 5,553 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Woodstock increased by 6.22%.
Woodstock has a population density of approximately 371.10 people per square kilometre.
Woodstock covers a land area of approximately 14.96 km².
The median age of the population in Woodstock is 45.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Woodstock is English.
The median household income in Woodstock is $60,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Woodstock.
Christian is the predominant religion in Woodstock.
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.