Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Old Perlican has a population of around 608 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Old Perlican has decreased by -3.95%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 633 | 608 | --3.95% |
2026 Population Projection
Old Perlican's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 608 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Old Perlican is around 315 while the female population is around 295.
Of the 608 total population in Old Perlican, the largest gender is male with around 315 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 315 | 295 | -6.35% |
Is Old Perlican a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Old Perlican 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 Old Perlican
- Bay de Verde (8.0 km)
- Hant’s Harbour (20.8 km)
- Winterton (28.4 km)
- New Perlican (32.7 km)
- King’s Cove (33.6 km)
- Salmon Cove (36.5 km)
- Victoria (39.1 km)
- Pouch Cove (40.1 km)
- Port Rexton (41.6 km)
- Carbonear (43.1 km)
- Bauline (44.3 km)
- Heart’s Desire (44.7 km)
- Harbour Grace (46.5 km)
- Flatrock (47.4 km)
- Trinity Bay North (48.2 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Old Perlican has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 10.70% of the total population. The town median age is 53.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 30 9.50% | 35 11.90% | 14.29% | 65 10.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 30 9.50% | 30 10.20% | 0.00% | 65 10.70% |
| 45 to 49 years | 30 9.50% | 25 8.50% | 16.67% | 55 9.10% |
| Median age of the population | 50 50.00% | 56 56.00% | 10.71% | 53 53.20% |
| 60 to 64 years | 20 6.30% | 25 8.50% | 20.00% | 50 8.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25 7.90% | 30 10.20% | 16.67% | 50 8.30% |
| Average age of the population | 46 46.40% | 52 51.60% | 9.69% | 49 49.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 7.90% | 15 5.10% | 40.00% | 40 6.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 20 6.30% | 15 5.10% | 25.00% | 40 6.60% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15 4.80% | 20 6.80% | 25.00% | 35 5.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 6.30% | 15 5.10% | 25.00% | 35 5.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 20 6.30% | 15 5.10% | 25.00% | 35 5.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 20 6.30% | 10 3.40% | 50.00% | 25 4.10% |
| 5 to 9 years | 10 3.20% | 10 3.40% | 0.00% | 20 3.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 3.20% | 10 3.40% | 0.00% | 20 3.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 1.60% | 10 3.40% | 50.00% | 20 3.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 3.20% | 5 1.70% | 50.00% | 15 2.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 1.60% | 10 3.40% | 50.00% | 15 2.50% |
| 85 years and over | 0 0.00% | 15 5.10% | 100.00% | 15 2.50% |
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 60.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.80% and 10.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Old Perlican are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
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Population of Old Perlican by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Old Perlican is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Old Perlican 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 34.23% of the total population, followed by Canadian (30.63%), Irish (19.82%), Caucasian (White) (9.91%), and Newfoundlander (5.41%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include British Isles, Scottish, Welsh, Tibetan, and Zimbabwean.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 36.21% | 32.08% | 34.23% |
| Canadian | 29.31% | 30.19% | 30.63% |
| Irish | 20.69% | 18.87% | 19.82% |
| Caucasian (White) | 12.07% | 7.55% | 9.91% |
| Newfoundlander | 3.45% | 5.66% | 5.41% |
| British Isles | 3.45% | 0.00% | 2.70% |
| Scottish | 3.45% | 0.00% | 1.80% |
| Welsh | 0.00% | 3.77% | 1.80% |
| Tibetan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Zimbabwean | 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 Old Perlican's population profile.
About 4.5% of Old Perlican's population are immigrants (25 people).
The top countries of origin for Old Perlican's immigrant population are United Kingdom (15), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 15 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 235 of Old Perlican's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 21.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.00%, 6.00%, and 2.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 105 | 21.00% |
| 1 person | 70 | 14.00% |
| 3 persons | 45 | 9.00% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 6.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 2.00% |
Income in Old Perlican
Analyzing income distribution in Old Perlican can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Old Perlican is $39,200.
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 Old Perlican population or around 140 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 75 and 30 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Old Perlican's median household income is $73,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Old Perlican's median household income is 11,000 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 Old Perlican
This data sheds light on the distribution of Old Perlican 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.
46.35% or most of the Old Perlican population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 37.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.05% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 8.10% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 150 | 200 | 345 | 46.35% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 140 | 145 | 285 | 37.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 85 | 50 | 140 | 17.05% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30 | 35 | 60 | 8.10% |
Below national average 8.1% of Old Perlican's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Old Perlican
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Old Perlican. 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 2.04% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 53.06% |
| Unemployment rate | 2.04% |
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 Old Perlican's population (around 61.10%) are working temporary position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 25 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 30.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 25 | 0 | 30 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Old Perlican industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Old Perlican is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Old Perlican has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (32%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 22%, followed by Retail trade at 17%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30 | 50 | 32% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 55 | 0 | 22% |
| Retail trade | 15 | 30 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 25 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 0 | 6% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 4% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 4% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Old Perlican residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Old Perlican: -33 Manufacturing (32%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (22%), -45 Retail trade (17%)
Top occupation categories in Old Perlican: Sales and service occupations (26%), Occupations in manufacturing and utilities (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%)
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 | 65 | 120 | 185 | 71.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 65 | 10 | 80 | 30.80% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Old Perlican 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 Old Perlican residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Old Perlican 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 | 64.20% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 15.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 11.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Old Perlicanshed 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 Old Perlican'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 Old Perlican. About 590 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 | 590 |
| 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 | 98.3% | 99.2% |
| Non-official languages | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Old Perlican is predominantly Christian. About 540 of its population is Christian (285 males and 285 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 | 98.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Perlican
According to the 2021 census, Old Perlican has a population of approximately 608 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Old Perlican decreased by 3.95%.
Old Perlican has a population density of approximately 43.00 people per square kilometre.
Old Perlican covers a land area of approximately 14.14 km².
The median age of the population in Old Perlican is 53.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Old Perlican is English.
The median household income in Old Perlican is $73,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Old Perlican.
Christian is the predominant religion in Old Perlican.
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.