Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Little Bay East has a population of around 84 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Little Bay East has decreased by -33.86%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 127 | 84 | --33.86% |
2026 Population Projection
Little Bay East's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 84 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Little Bay East is around 40 while the female population is around 40.
Of the 84 total population in Little Bay East, the largest gender is female with around 40 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | -0.00% |
Is Little Bay East a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Little Bay East 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.
Other Towns Near Little Bay East
- St. Bernard’s-Jacques Fontaine (6.9 km)
- English Harbour East (9.6 km)
- Terrenceville (15.9 km)
- Parkers Cove (18.0 km)
- Grand Le Pierre (20.6 km)
- Baine Harbour (21.5 km)
- Rushoon (22.8 km)
- Rencontre East (28.5 km)
- Red Harbour (31.0 km)
- Belleoram (41.4 km)
- St. Jacques-Coomb’s Cove (42.5 km)
- Pool’s Cove (45.8 km)
- Marystown (48.7 km)
- Garnish (52.1 km)
- Fox Cove-Mortier (53.7 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Little Bay East has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 18.80% of the total population. The town median age is 58.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 57 57.20% | 59 59.20% | 3.38% | 58 58.00% |
| Average age of the population | 55 55.00% | 59 59.00% | 6.78% | 57 57.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 12.50% | 10 25.00% | 50.00% | 15 18.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 12.50% | 5 12.50% | 0.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 25.00% | 5 12.50% | 50.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 12.50% | 5 12.50% | 0.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 12.50% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 12.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 12.50% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 12.50% | 5 12.50% | 0.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 5 12.50% | 100.00% | 5 6.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
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 68.80% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 68.80% and 31.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Little Bay East are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Little Bay East
Population of Little Bay East by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Little Bay East is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Little Bay East 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 58.33% of the total population, followed by British Isles (33.33%), Burmese (0.00%), Mongolian (0.00%), and Azorean (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Atikamekw, Bamileke, Indo-Guyanese, Ugandan, and Oromo.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 57.14% | 80.00% | 58.33% |
| British Isles | 28.57% | 0.00% | 33.33% |
| Burmese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mongolian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Azorean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Atikamekw | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bamileke | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Indo-Guyanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ugandan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Oromo | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Little Bay East's population profile.
About 0.0% of Little Bay East's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Little Bay East'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 40 of Little Bay East'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 5.55%, 5.55%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 20 | 22.20% |
| 1 person | 10 | 11.10% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 5.55% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 5.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Little Bay East
Analyzing income distribution in Little Bay East can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Little Bay East 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 Little Bay East 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 Little Bay East's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Little Bay East'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 Little Bay East
This data sheds light on the distribution of Little Bay East 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.
54.15% or most of the Little Bay East population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 20.85% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 12.50% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 25 | 25 | 55 | 54.15% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 20 | 20.85% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 0 | 15 | 12.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Little Bay East's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Little Bay East
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Little Bay East. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
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 Little Bay East's population (around 57.10%) 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 Little Bay East industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Little Bay East is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Little Bay East has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (0%) works in the sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 0%, followed by Utilities at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| 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 Little Bay East residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Little Bay East: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Little Bay East: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (29%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 15 | 60.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Little Bay East 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 Little Bay East residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Little Bay East 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 | 50.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Little Bay Eastshed 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 Little Bay East'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 Little Bay East. About 85 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.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 85 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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
Little Bay East is predominantly Christian. About 55 of its population is Christian (30 males and 30 females).
The second largest religion in the province 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 | 91.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Little Bay East
According to the 2021 census, Little Bay East has a population of approximately 84 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Little Bay East decreased by 33.86%.
Little Bay East has a population density of approximately 53.80 people per square kilometre.
Little Bay East covers a land area of approximately 1.56 km².
The median age of the population in Little Bay East is 58.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Little Bay East is English.
The median household income in Little Bay East is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Little Bay East.
Christian is the predominant religion in Little Bay East.
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.