Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Come By Chance has a population of around 208 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Come By Chance has decreased by ▼ -8.77%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 228 | 208 | --8.77% |
2026 Population Projection
Come By Chance's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 208 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Come By Chance Population Trend & Context
Come By Chance had a 2021 census population of 208 — a decline of 20 (▼ 8.77%) people from the 228 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 49.2 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 Come By Chance is around 105 while the female population is around 105.
Of the 208 total population in Come By Chance, the largest gender is female with around 105 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 105 | 105 | -0.00% |
Is Come By Chance a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Come By Chance 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.
Come By Chance Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Come By Chance compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Come By Chance | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 31.3% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 49.2 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Come By Chance has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 11.90% of the total population. The town median age is 49.20.
| 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 71.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 14.30% and 11.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Come By Chance are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 71.40% | 71.40% | 71.40% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 20.00% | 30.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 10.00% | 15.00% | 25.00% |
| 65 years and over | 14.30% | 19.00% | 14.30% |
| 0 to 14 years | 9.50% | 14.30% | 11.90% |
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Population of Come By Chance by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Come By Chance is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Come By Chance 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 Come By Chance are Canadian, which accounts for 45.45% of the total population, followed by English (27.27%), Newfoundlander (15.15%), Fijian (0.00%), and Jatt (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Come By Chance include North American, Coptic, Thai, Dominican, and Nepali.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 42.11% | 53.85% | 45.45% |
| English | 21.05% | 38.46% | 27.27% |
| Newfoundlander | 21.05% | 0.00% | 15.15% |
| Fijian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Jatt | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| North American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Coptic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Thai | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Dominican | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Nepali | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Come By Chance
About 12.12% of Come By Chance's population (20 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 87.88% 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 Come By Chance's population profile.
About 0.0% of Come By Chance's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Come By Chance's immigrant population are Lebanon (0), Syria (0), Turkey (0), China (0), Hong Kong (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Lebanon | 0 |
| Syria | 0 |
| Turkey | 0 |
| China | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 0 |
100.0% of Come By Chance'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 97.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 85 of Come By Chance's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 22.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 11.10%, 5.55%, and 2.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 40 | 22.20% |
| 1 person | 20 | 11.10% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 11.10% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 5.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 2.80% |
Family and Household Structure in Come By Chance
Of census families in Come By Chance, 85.7% are couple families and 14.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.7 people.
22.2% of households in Come By Chance are one-person households, 61.1% are couple-family households, 5.6% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 22.2% |
| Couple-family households | 55 | 61.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 5.6% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Come By Chance
Analyzing income distribution in Come By Chance can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Come By Chance 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 Come By Chance 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 Come By Chance's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Come By Chance'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 Come By Chance
This data sheds light on the distribution of Come By Chance 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.
47.80% or most of the Come By Chance population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 21.70% 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 | 35 | 25 | 55 | 47.80% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 15 | 20 | 35 | 30.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 0 | 25 | 21.70% |
Below national average 0.0% of Come By Chance's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Come By Chance
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Come By Chance. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Come By Chance is at 27.78% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 43.33% |
| Unemployment rate | 27.78% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Come By Chance, 23.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 46.7% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 35 | 23.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 45 | 30.0% |
| Did not work | 70 | 46.7% |
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 Come By Chance's population (around 58.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Come By Chance industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Come By Chance is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Come By Chance has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Real estate and rental and leasing sector comes second at 18%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 20 | 0 | 29% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 0 | 18% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 12% |
| Construction | 0 | 10 | 12% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 10 | 12% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 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% |
| Educational 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 Come By Chance residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Come By Chance: Manufacturing (29%), Real estate and rental and leasing (18%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (12%)
Top occupation categories in Come By Chance: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (47%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%), Occupations in manufacturing and utilities (12%)
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 | 30 | 35 | 65 | 100.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Come By Chance 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 Come By Chance residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Come By Chance 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 | 58.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 25.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Come By Chance 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 Come By Chance'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 Come By Chance. About 205 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 | 205 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Come By Chance'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 | 210 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Come By Chance is predominantly Christian. About 135 of its population is Christian (85 males and 50 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 | 81.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Come By Chance
Parks
Green Spaces in Come By Chance
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Herb Brett Memorial Welcome Park | Parks | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Come By Chance
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Come By Chance has a population of 208 people, making it the 207th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined significantly from 228 in 2016, a decrease of 20 people or 8.77%. The town has a population density of 5.3 people per km² across a land area of 39.55 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Come By Chance's population declined by 8.77% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 228 to 208 people, a loss of 20 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 49.20 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Come By Chance has a population density of approximately 5.30 people per square kilometre.
Come By Chance covers a land area of approximately 39.55 km².
The median age of the population in Come By Chance is 49.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Come By Chance is Canadian.
The median household income in Come By Chance is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Come By Chance.
Christian is the predominant religion in Come By Chance.
According to the 2021 Census, 12.1% of Come By Chance's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Come By Chance's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 15.4% of census families in Come By Chance, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Come By Chance, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Come By Chance'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 Come By Chance, 23.3% 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.