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

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Cottlesville has a population of around 244 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cottlesville has decreased by -9.96%.

2026 Population Projection

Cottlesville's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 244 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Cottlesville is around 120 while the female population is around 125.

Of the 244 total population in Cottlesville, the largest gender is female with around 125 women within the population.

Is Cottlesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cottlesville 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 Cottlesville

• Summerford (6.5 km)
• Comfort Cove-Newstead (12.5 km)
• Twillingate (17.0 km)
• Crow Head (18.8 km)
• Baytona (20.2 km)
• Birchy Bay (21.2 km)
• Little Burnt Bay (24.3 km)
• Embree (26.1 km)
• Lewisporte (32.6 km)
• Change Islands (37.7 km)
• Point of Bay (39.2 km)
• Leading Tickles (42.4 km)
• Carmanville (43.7 km)
• Point Leamington (45.4 km)
• Northern Arm (53.4 km)

Population by Age Characteristics

Cottlesville has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 50 to 54 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The town median age is 55.20.

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 56.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 33.30% and 56.30%, respectively.

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

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Population of Cottlesville by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Cottlesville is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Cottlesville 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 29.55% of the total population, followed by Canadian (25.00%), European (20.45%), Scottish (11.36%), and British Isles (6.82%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, French, Bamileke, Indo-Guyanese, and Ugandan.

Immigration Profile

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

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

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

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 110 of Cottlesville's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 22.90% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.60% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.25%, 2.10%, and 2.10%, respectively.

Income in Cottlesville

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cottlesville 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 Cottlesville 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 Cottlesville's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Cottlesville'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 Cottlesville

This data sheds light on the distribution of Cottlesville 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.

43.55% or most of the Cottlesville population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 32.55% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 19.35% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 7.10% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Below national average 7.1% of Cottlesville's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Cottlesville

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cottlesville. 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 10.26% 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 Cottlesville's population (around 50.00%) are working temporary 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.

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Cottlesville has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 19%, followed by Construction at 19%.

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Cottlesville: Public administration (25%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (19%), Construction (19%)

Top occupation categories in Cottlesville: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (31%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (25%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (19%)

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 Cottlesville 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 Cottlesville residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cottlesville 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 Cottlesvilleshed 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 Cottlesville'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 Cottlesville. About 245 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

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