Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Nippers Harbour has a population of around 74 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Nippers Harbour has decreased by ▼ -12.94%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | 74 | --12.94% |
2026 Population Projection
Nippers Harbour's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 74 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Nippers Harbour Population Trend & Context
Nippers Harbour is the 267th-largest town in Newfoundland and Labrador, with a 2021 census population of 74 — a decline of 11 (▼ 12.94%) people from the 85 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 47.6 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does Nippers Harbour compare to other Newfoundland and Labrador towns?
- King's Cove: 75 (2021)
- Aquaforte: 74 (2021)
- Nippers Harbour: 74 (2021) ← 267th largest
- Point au Gaul: 67 (2021)
- Pinware: 64 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Nippers Harbour is around 35 while the female population is around 35.
Of the 74 total population in Nippers Harbour, the largest gender is female with around 35 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 35 | -0.00% |
Is Nippers Harbour a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Nippers Harbour 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.
Nippers Harbour Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Nippers Harbour compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Nippers Harbour | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 47.6 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Nippers Harbour has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 70 to 74 years old, accounting for 13.30% of the total population. The town median age is 47.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 43 42.80% | 50 50.00% | 16.00% | 48 47.60% |
| Average age of the population | 40 40.00% | 46 46.00% | 13.04% | 43 43.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 10 13.30% |
| 55 to 59 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 10 13.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 14.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 14.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 14.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 14.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 5 14.30% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 14.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 14.30% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 14.30% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 14.30% | 5 14.30% | 0.00% | 5 6.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 85 years and over | 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 66.70% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 66.70% and 20.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Nippers Harbour are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of Nippers Harbour by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Nippers Harbour is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Nippers Harbour 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 Nippers Harbour are British Columbian, which accounts for 0.00% of the total population, followed by Ecuadorian (0.00%), Franco Ontarian (0.00%), Argentinian (0.00%), and Estonian (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Nippers Harbour include Kurdish, Fijian, Jatt, North American, and Coptic.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ecuadorian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Franco Ontarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Argentinian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Estonian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Kurdish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 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% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Nippers Harbour's population profile.
About 0.0% of Nippers Harbour's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Nippers Harbour's immigrant population are South Africa, Republic of (0), Afghanistan (0), Iran (0), Iraq (0), Lebanon (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| South Africa, Republic of | 0 |
| Afghanistan | 0 |
| Iran | 0 |
| Iraq | 0 |
| Lebanon | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 35 of Nippers Harbour's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 14.30% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 14.30% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.15%, 7.15%, and 7.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 10 | 14.30% |
| 2 persons | 10 | 14.30% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 7.15% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 7.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 7.15% |
Income in Nippers Harbour
Analyzing income distribution in Nippers Harbour can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Nippers Harbour 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 Nippers Harbour 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 Nippers Harbour's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Nippers Harbour'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 Nippers Harbour
This data sheds light on the distribution of Nippers Harbour 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.
0.00% or most of the Nippers Harbour population has a Bachelor's degree or higher. 0.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 0.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Nippers Harbour's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Nippers Harbour
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Nippers Harbour. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Nippers Harbour is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 0.00% |
| 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 Nippers Harbour's population (around 0.00%) 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 Nippers Harbour industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Nippers Harbour is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Nippers Harbour 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 Nippers Harbour residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Nippers Harbour: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Nippers Harbour: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Nippers Harbour 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 Nippers Harbour residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Nippers Harbour 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 | 0.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Nippers Harbourshed 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 Nippers Harbour'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 Nippers Harbour. About 75 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 | 75 |
| 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% | 93.3% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
The second largest religion in the province is Christian 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 |
|---|---|
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Christian | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nippers Harbour
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Nippers Harbour has a population of 74 people, making it the 266th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined significantly from 85 in 2016, a decrease of 11 people or 12.94%. The town has a population density of 38.3 people per km² across a land area of 1.93 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Nippers Harbour's population declined by 12.94% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 85 to 74 people, a loss of 11 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 47.60 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Nippers Harbour has a population density of approximately 38.30 people per square kilometre.
Nippers Harbour covers a land area of approximately 1.93 km².
The median age of the population in Nippers Harbour is 47.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Nippers Harbour is British Columbian.
The median household income in Nippers Harbour is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Nippers Harbour.
Buddhist is the predominant religion in Nippers Harbour.
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.