Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Gallants has a population of around 50 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Gallants has decreased by ▼ 0.00%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 50 | -0.00% |
2026 Population Projection
Gallants's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 50 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Gallants Population Trend & Context
Gallants had a 2021 census population of 50 — an increase of 0 (▲ 0.00%) people from the 50 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 60.8 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 Gallants is around 35 while the female population is around 15.
Of the 50 total population in Gallants, the largest gender is male with around 35 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 15 | -57.14% |
Is Gallants a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Gallants 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.
Gallants Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Gallants compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Gallants | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 60.8 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Gallants has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 20.00% of the total population. The town median age is 60.80.
| 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 50.00% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 50.00% and 0.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Gallants are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 35.00% | 15.00% | 50.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 57.10% | 33.30% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 42.90% | 33.30% | 50.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 5.00% | 25.00% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 5.00% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
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Population of Gallants by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Gallants is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Gallants 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 Gallants are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 37.50% of the total population, followed by Sri Lankan (0.00%), Croatian (0.00%), Japanese (0.00%), and South Asian (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Gallants include Mi'kmaq, Northern European, Muslim, Egyptian, and Latin, Central or South American.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 33.33% | 0.00% | 37.50% |
| Sri Lankan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Croatian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Japanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| South Asian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mi'kmaq | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Northern European | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Muslim | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Egyptian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Latin, Central or South American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Gallants
About 33.33% of Gallants's population (15 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 66.67% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 10 people (22.20% 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 Gallants's population profile.
About 0.0% of Gallants's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Gallants'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 Gallants's residents (45 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 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 30 of Gallants's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 33.35% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 25.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 0.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 20 | 33.35% |
| 2 persons | 15 | 25.00% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 4 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Gallants
Of census families in Gallants, 100.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.2 people.
66.7% of households in Gallants are one-person households, 33.3% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 66.7% |
| Couple-family households | 10 | 33.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Gallants
Analyzing income distribution in Gallants can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Gallants 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 Gallants 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 Gallants's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Gallants'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 Gallants
This data sheds light on the distribution of Gallants 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.
60.00% or most of the Gallants population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 60.00% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 0 | 15 | 60.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 60.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Gallants's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Gallants
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Gallants. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Gallants is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Gallants, 25.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 37.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 37.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 10 | 25.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 15 | 37.5% |
| Did not work | 15 | 37.5% |
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 Gallants's population (around 40.00%) 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 Gallants industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Gallants is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Gallants has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (40%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Professional, scientific and technical services sector comes second at 0%, followed by Management of companies and enterprises at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 40% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Gallants residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Gallants: Health care and social assistance (40%), Professional, scientific and technical services (0%), Management of companies and enterprises (0%)
Top occupation categories in Gallants: Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%), Natural and applied sciences and related occupations (0%)
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 | 0 | 20 | 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 Gallants 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 Gallants residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Gallants 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 60.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 0.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Gallants 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 Gallants'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 Gallants. About 50 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 | 50 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Gallants's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 90.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 45 | 90.0% |
| 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
Gallants is predominantly Christian. About 40 of its population is Christian (20 males and 15 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 | 88.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Gallants
- Stephenville Crossing 25.9 km · 1,634 people
- Stephenville 31.2 km · 6,540 people
- Mount Moriah 32.4 km · 700 people
- Kippens 33.6 km · 1,842 people
- Humber Arm South 34.3 km · 1,537 people
- Port au Port East 34.4 km · 413 people
- Meadows 35.0 km · 404 people
- Massey Drive 36.1 km · 1,606 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Gallants
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Gallants has a population of 50 people, making it the 273rd town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population increased slightly from 50 in 2016, an increase of 0 people or 0.00%. The town has a population density of 7.9 people per km² across a land area of 6.33 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Gallants's population remained essentially flat between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 50 to 50 people, a marginal change of 0 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 60.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (66.7%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Gallants has a population density of approximately 7.90 people per square kilometre.
Gallants covers a land area of approximately 6.33 km².
The median age of the population in Gallants is 60.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Gallants is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Gallants is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Gallants.
Christian is the predominant religion in Gallants.
According to the 2021 Census, 33.3% of Gallants's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Gallants's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Gallants, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Gallants, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Gallants'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 Gallants, 25.0% 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.