Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Bird Cove has a population of around 175 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bird Cove has decreased by ▼ -2.23%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 179 | 175 | --2.23% |
2026 Population Projection
Bird Cove's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 175 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Bird Cove Population Trend & Context
Bird Cove had a 2021 census population of 175 — a decline of 4 (▼ 2.23%) people from the 179 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 58 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Bird Cove is around 100 while the female population is around 75.
Of the 175 total population in Bird Cove, the largest gender is male with around 100 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 75 | -25.00% |
Is Bird Cove a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Bird Cove 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.
Bird Cove Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Bird Cove compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Bird Cove | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 44.4% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 58 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Bird Cove has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 17.60% of the total population. The town median age is 58.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 61.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.40% and 8.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Bird Cove are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.00% | 66.70% | 61.80% |
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 25.00% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 33.30% | 29.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 0.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 0.00% | 8.80% |
Population of Bird Cove by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Bird Cove is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Bird Cove is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Bird Cove are English, which accounts for 40.63% of the total population, followed by Caucasian (White) (34.38%), Canadian (21.88%), Irish (21.88%), and French (18.75%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Bird Cove include First Nations (North American Indian), North American, Ugandan, Oromo, and Tanzanian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 35.00% | 58.33% | 40.63% |
| Caucasian (White) | 45.00% | 16.67% | 34.38% |
| Canadian | 25.00% | 16.67% | 21.88% |
| Irish | 20.00% | 25.00% | 21.88% |
| French | 15.00% | 25.00% | 18.75% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 15.00% | 25.00% | 15.63% |
| North American | 10.00% | 0.00% | 6.25% |
| Ugandan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Oromo | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Tanzanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Bird Cove
About 12.50% of Bird Cove's population (20 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 87.50% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Bird Cove's population profile.
About 0.0% of Bird Cove's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Bird Cove'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 |
100.0% of Bird Cove's residents (160 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 90.6% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 80 of Bird Cove's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 23.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.75% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.80%, 2.95%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 40 | 23.55% |
| 1 person | 20 | 11.75% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 8.80% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 2.95% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Bird Cove
Of census families in Bird Cove, 90.9% are couple families and 9.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
25.0% of households in Bird Cove are one-person households, 62.5% are couple-family households, 6.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 25.0% |
| Couple-family households | 50 | 62.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 6.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Bird Cove
Analyzing income distribution in Bird Cove can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Bird Cove 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 Bird Cove 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 Bird Cove's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Bird Cove'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 Bird Cove
This data sheds light on the distribution of Bird Cove 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.
66.70% or most of the Bird Cove population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 22.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 11.10% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 25 | 60 | 66.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 15 | 20 | 22.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 10 | 11.10% |
Below national average 0.0% of Bird Cove's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Bird Cove
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Bird Cove. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Bird Cove is at 42.11% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 39.29% |
| Unemployment rate | 42.11% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Bird Cove, 22.2% worked full year full time in the reference year, 55.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 25.9% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 30 | 22.2% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 75 | 55.6% |
| Did not work | 35 | 25.9% |
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 Bird Cove's population (around 42.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Bird Cove industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Bird Cove is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Bird Cove has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the construction sector. The Other services (except public administration) sector comes second at 16%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 20 | 0 | 21% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 10 | 16% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 11% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 11% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 11% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 11% |
| 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Bird Cove residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Bird Cove: Construction (21%), Other services (except public administration) (16%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (11%)
Top occupation categories in Bird Cove: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (42%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%), Sales and service occupations (11%)
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 | 10 | 20 | 30 | 54.50% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 0 | 15 | 27.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Bird Cove 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 Bird Cove residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Bird Cove 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 | 71.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Bird Cove shed 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 Bird Cove'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 Bird Cove. About 175 people living in the town 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 | 175 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.9% of Bird Cove's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 175 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 2.9% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 97.1% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Bird Cove is predominantly Christian. About 160 of its population is Christian (100 males and 60 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 100.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Places to Visit in Bird Cove
Museums
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bird Cove
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Bird Cove has a population of 175 people, making it the 224th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined moderately from 179 in 2016, a decrease of 4 people or 2.23%. The town has a population density of 22.8 people per km² across a land area of 7.69 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Bird Cove's population declined by 2.23% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 179 to 175 people, a loss of 4 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 58.00 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Bird Cove has a population density of approximately 22.80 people per square kilometre.
Bird Cove covers a land area of approximately 7.69 km².
The median age of the population in Bird Cove is 58.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Bird Cove is English.
The median household income in Bird Cove is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Bird Cove.
Christian is the predominant religion in Bird Cove.
According to the 2021 Census, 12.5% of Bird Cove's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Bird Cove's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 8.3% of census families in Bird Cove, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Bird Cove, per the 2021 Census.
2.9% of Bird Cove's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Bird Cove, 22.2% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.