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Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s has a population of around 8,415 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has increased by 3.29%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 8,147 | 8,415 | +3.29% |
Population By Genders
The male population of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is around 4,230 while the female population is around 4,180.
Of the 8,415 total population in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s, the largest gender is male with around 4,230 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,230 | 4,180 | +1.18% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 45 to 49 years old, accounting for 8.90% of the total population. The town median age is 43.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 to 49 years | 375 8.90% | 370 8.90% | 1.33% | 745 8.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 335 7.90% | 365 8.70% | 8.22% | 700 8.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 305 7.20% | 335 8.00% | 8.96% | 635 7.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 340 8.00% | 295 7.10% | 13.24% | 635 7.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 295 7.00% | 305 7.30% | 3.28% | 600 7.10% |
| 35 to 39 years | 275 6.50% | 320 7.70% | 14.06% | 595 7.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 285 6.70% | 275 6.60% | 3.51% | 565 6.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 315 7.40% | 240 5.70% | 23.81% | 550 6.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 275 6.50% | 265 6.30% | 3.64% | 540 6.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 250 5.90% | 250 6.00% | 0.00% | 500 5.90% |
| 30 to 34 years | 225 5.30% | 240 5.70% | 6.25% | 465 5.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 220 5.20% | 185 4.40% | 15.91% | 405 4.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 215 5.10% | 175 4.20% | 18.60% | 390 4.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 165 3.90% | 175 4.20% | 5.71% | 340 4.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 155 3.70% | 165 3.90% | 6.06% | 320 3.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 130 3.10% | 120 2.90% | 7.69% | 250 3.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 50 1.20% | 60 1.40% | 16.67% | 110 1.30% |
| 85 years and over | 25 0.60% | 40 1.00% | 37.50% | 65 0.80% |
| 85 to 89 years | 25 0.60% | 25 0.60% | 0.00% | 55 0.70% |
| Median age of the population | 42 42.40% | 44 43.60% | 2.29% | 43 43.20% |
| Average age of the population | 40 40.10% | 41 41.20% | 2.43% | 41 40.70% |
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 67.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 18.00% and 15.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 18.40% | 17.50% | 18.00% |
| 65 years and over | 14.70% | 15.40% | 15.10% |
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Population of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s 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 41.83% of the total population, followed by Irish (32.62%), Canadian (20.97%), Scottish (11.71%), and Newfoundlander (8.91%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Caucasian (White), French, British Isles, European, and Welsh.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 41.09% | 42.58% | 41.83% |
| Irish | 31.64% | 33.73% | 32.62% |
| Canadian | 21.02% | 21.05% | 20.97% |
| Scottish | 11.57% | 11.72% | 11.71% |
| Newfoundlander | 9.80% | 7.89% | 8.91% |
| Caucasian (White) | 4.84% | 4.67% | 4.69% |
| French | 3.78% | 3.95% | 3.92% |
| British Isles | 3.66% | 3.95% | 3.80% |
| European | 2.83% | 2.99% | 2.91% |
| Welsh | 1.65% | 1.91% | 1.66% |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 2,765 of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 17.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.40% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.80%, 8.90%, and 3.30%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,115 | 17.60% |
| 4 persons | 660 | 10.40% |
| 3 persons | 620 | 9.80% |
| 1 person | 565 | 8.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 210 | 3.30% |
Income in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
Analyzing income distribution in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is $48,800.
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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s population or around 4,200 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 4,085 and 3,800 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s's median household income is $114,000, according to 2020 data.
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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
This data sheds light on the distribution of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s 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.
70.20% or most of the Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.30% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 20.90% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.90% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 3,780 | 4,240 | 8,020 | 70.20% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1,405 | 1,930 | 3,335 | 29.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,295 | 1,195 | 2,480 | 20.90% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 685 | 440 | 1,115 | 8.90% |
Employment in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s. 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 5.29% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 61.91% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.29% |
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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s's population (around 67.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 360 men and 235 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 600.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 360 | 235 | 600 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 135 | 635 | 17% |
| Public administration | 280 | 290 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 225 | 240 | 10% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 270 | 165 | 9% |
| Educational services | 150 | 235 | 8% |
| Construction | 310 | 40 | 7% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 180 | 45 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 70 | 110 | 4% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 150 | 30 | 4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 80 | 100 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 90 | 65 | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 115 | 15 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 45 | 85 | 3% |
| Utilities | 75 | 15 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 70 | 10 | 2% |
| Wholesale trade | 65 | 10 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 30 | 35 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 20 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 25 | 20 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 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 | 1,470 | 1,485 | 2,955 | 69.20% |
| Worked at home | 350 | 460 | 815 | 19.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 375 | 115 | 495 | 11.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 10 | 0 | 10 | 0.20% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s 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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 66.40% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 20.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 8.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.90% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’sshed 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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s'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 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s. About 8,370 people living in the province speak English, 40 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 8,370 |
| French | 40 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
Religion
Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is predominantly Christian. About 6,585 of its population is Christian (3,255 males and 3,255 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Sikh and Hindu, both represent 0.1% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 78.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |