Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Baine Harbour has a population of around 126 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Baine Harbour has increased by 1.61%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 124 | 126 | +1.61% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.32% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Baine Harbour's population is projected to reach approximately 128 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 30.84 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 126 | 128 | 30.84 |
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 Baine Harbour is around 65 while the female population is around 65.
Of the 126 total population in Baine Harbour, the largest gender is female with around 65 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 65 | 65 | +0.00% |
Is Baine Harbour a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Baine Harbour compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Newfoundland and Labrador, 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 Baine Harbour
- Rushoon (2.1 km)
- Parkers Cove (4.5 km)
- Red Harbour (11.5 km)
- St. Bernard’s-Jacques Fontaine (18.6 km)
- Little Bay East (21.5 km)
- Marystown (29.7 km)
- English Harbour East (30.8 km)
- Fox Cove-Mortier (33.3 km)
- Terrenceville (35.5 km)
- Garnish (38.3 km)
- Rencontre East (39.5 km)
- Winterland (40.3 km)
- Burin (41.8 km)
- Grand Le Pierre (42.1 km)
- St. Jacques-Coomb’s Cove (42.2 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Baine Harbour has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 70 to 74 years old, accounting for 16.00% of the total population. The town median age is 56.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 57 57.20% | 53 52.80% | 8.74% | 56 56.40% |
| Average age of the population | 54 54.00% | 50 50.00% | 7.41% | 52 51.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10 15.40% | 10 15.40% | 0.00% | 20 16.00% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 7.70% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 15 12.00% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10 15.40% | 5 7.70% | 50.00% | 15 12.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 7.70% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 10 8.00% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 7.70% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 10 8.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 7.70% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 10 8.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 7.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 8.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 5 7.70% | 100.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 5 7.70% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 0.00% | 5 7.70% | 100.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 20 to 24 years | 5 7.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 7.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 4.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
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 52.00% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 52.00% and 40.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Baine Harbour are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Baine Harbour
Population of Baine Harbour by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Baine Harbour is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Baine Harbour 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 75.00% of the total population, followed by Irish (28.57%), Newfoundlander (10.71%), Scottish (0.00%), and French (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Chinese, Italian, Indian (India), and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 71.43% | 85.71% | 75.00% |
| Irish | 21.43% | 28.57% | 28.57% |
| Newfoundlander | 21.43% | 0.00% | 10.71% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| French | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Chinese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Italian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indian (India) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Baine Harbour's population profile.
About 0.0% of Baine Harbour's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Baine Harbour's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 60 of Baine Harbour's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.15%, 4.15%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 30 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 15 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 4.15% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 4.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Baine Harbour
Analyzing income distribution in Baine Harbour can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Baine Harbour is $0.
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 Baine Harbour population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Baine Harbour's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Baine Harbour's median household income is 84,000 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 Baine Harbour
This data sheds light on the distribution of Baine Harbour 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.
50.90% or most of the Baine Harbour population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 27.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.55% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 55 | 40 | 95 | 50.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 30 | 50 | 27.40% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 25 | 30 | 17.55% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 25 | 35 | 14.00% |
Below national average 17.6% of Baine Harbour's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Baine Harbour
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Baine Harbour. 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 8.00% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 48.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.00% |
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 Baine Harbour's population (around 46.20%) are working temporary position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Baine Harbour industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Baine Harbour is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Baine Harbour has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (31%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Construction sector comes second at 31%, followed by Educational services at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 0 | 31% |
| Construction | 20 | 0 | 31% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 15% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Baine Harbour residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Baine Harbour: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (31%), Construction (31%), Educational services (15%)
Top occupation categories in Baine Harbour: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (31%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (31%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (23%)
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 | 15 | 10 | 30 | 54.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 10 | 25 | 45.50% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Baine Harbour 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 Baine Harbour residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Baine Harbour 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 | 36.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 27.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 18.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 18.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Baine Harbourshed 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 Baine Harbour'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 Baine Harbour. About 125 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 125 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
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 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Baine Harbour is predominantly Christian. About 135 of its population is Christian (65 males and 65 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 96.4% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Baine Harbour
According to the 2021 census, Baine Harbour has a population of approximately 126 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Baine Harbour increased by 1.61%.
Baine Harbour has a population density of approximately 30.40 people per square kilometre.
Baine Harbour covers a land area of approximately 4.15 km².
The median age of the population in Baine Harbour is 56.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Baine Harbour is English.
The median household income in Baine Harbour is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Baine Harbour.
Christian is the predominant religion in Baine Harbour.
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.