Cormack, Newfoundland and Labrador Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Cormack has a population of around 492 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cormack has decreased by -17.59%.

2026 Population Projection

Cormack's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 492 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Cormack is around 250 while the female population is around 245.

Of the 492 total population in Cormack, the largest gender is male with around 250 women within the population.

Is Cormack a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cormack compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Newfoundland and Labrador, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Other Towns Near Cormack

• Reidville (5.9 km)
• Deer Lake (13.5 km)
• Howley (27.3 km)
• Pasadena (35.3 km)
• Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook (40.6 km)
• Norris Point (43.0 km)
• Hampden (47.3 km)
• Hughes Brook (48.4 km)
• Steady Brook (48.5 km)
• Rocky Harbour (49.5 km)
• Cox’s Cove (53.0 km)
• Irishtown-Summerside (54.3 km)
• Massey Drive (54.5 km)
• Trout River (56.7 km)
• McIvers (58.1 km)

Population by Age Characteristics

Cormack has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 11.20% of the total population. The town median age is 49.20.

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 57.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.50% and 17.30%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Cormack are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

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Population of Cormack by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Cormack is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Cormack 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 47.00% of the total population, followed by Mi'kmaq (21.00%), Canadian (16.00%), Scottish (9.00%), and French (9.00%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include British Isles, Irish, Caucasian (White), First Nations (North American Indian), and Jewish.

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Cormack's population profile.

About 0.0% of Cormack's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Cormack's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 200 of Cormack'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 9.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.15%, 5.95%, and 3.55%, respectively.

Income in Cormack

Analyzing income distribution in Cormack can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cormack is $31,000.

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 Cormack population or around 80 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and Under $10,000 with around 50 and 45 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Cormack's median household income is $63,200, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Cormack's median household income is 20,800 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 Cormack

This data sheds light on the distribution of Cormack 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.

43.45% or most of the Cormack population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 22.35% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 8.95% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Below national average 9.0% of Cormack's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Cormack

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cormack. 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 9.88% which is very high.

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 Cormack's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 0 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.

Employment Industry Sectors

The Cormack industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Cormack is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Cormack has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 17%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Cormack residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Cormack: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (19%), Health care and social assistance (17%), -45 Retail trade (10%)

Top occupation categories in Cormack: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (17%), Sales and service occupations (17%)

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.

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Cormack 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 Cormack residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cormack 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.

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Cormackshed 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 Cormack'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 Cormack. About 490 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.

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.

Religion

Points of Interest in Cormack

Libraries

• Cormack Public Library

Community Centres

• Cormack Community Centre

Places to Visit in Cormack

Historic Sites

• Cormack War Memorial

Frequently Asked Questions about Cormack