Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Postville has a population of around 188 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Postville has increased by ▲ 6.21%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 177 | 188 | +6.21% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.21% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Postville's population is projected to reach approximately 200 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 83.68 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 188 | 200 | 83.68 |
This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.
Postville Population Trend & Context
Postville had a 2021 census population of 188 — an increase of 11 (▲ 6.21%) people from the 177 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 45.2 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 Postville is around 90 while the female population is around 95.
Of the 188 total population in Postville, the largest gender is female with around 95 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | 95 | +5.26% |
Is Postville a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Postville 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.
Postville Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Postville compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Postville | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 16.7% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 45.2 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 10.7% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Postville has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 10.50% of the total population. The town median age is 45.20.
| 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 57.90% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 21.10% and 21.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Postville are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 55.60% | 57.90% | 57.90% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 20.00% | 40.00% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 20.00% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 22.20% | 21.10% | 21.10% |
| 65 years and over | 16.70% | 21.10% | 21.10% |
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Population of Postville by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Postville is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Postville 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 Postville are North American Indigenous, which accounts for 71.05% of the total population, followed by Inuit (15.79%), English (5.26%), Caucasian (White) (5.26%), and Central African (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Postville include Libyan, Basque, Uruguayan, Akan, and Central or West African.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North American Indigenous | 72.22% | 73.68% | 71.05% |
| Inuit | 22.22% | 15.79% | 15.79% |
| English | 11.11% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
| Caucasian (White) | 0.00% | 10.53% | 5.26% |
| Central African | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Libyan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Basque | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Uruguayan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Akan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Central or West African | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Postville
About 87.18% of Postville's population (170 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 12.82% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% 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 Postville's population profile.
About 0.0% of Postville's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Postville'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 Postville's residents (190 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 97.4% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 70 of Postville's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 16.65% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.35% of the population. 1 person, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 10.00%, 6.65%, and 3.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 25 | 16.65% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 13.35% |
| 1 person | 15 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 6.65% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 3.35% |
Family and Household Structure in Postville
Of census families in Postville, 83.3% are couple families and 16.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
20.0% of households in Postville are one-person households, 60.0% are couple-family households, 13.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 15 | 20.0% |
| Couple-family households | 45 | 60.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 10 | 13.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Postville
Analyzing income distribution in Postville can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Postville 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 Postville 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 Postville's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Postville'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 Postville
This data sheds light on the distribution of Postville 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.
55.60% or most of the Postville population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 22.20% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 16.70% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 25 | 25 | 50 | 55.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 10 | 20 | 22.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 15 | 15 | 16.70% |
Below national average 11.1% of Postville's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Postville
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Postville. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Postville is at 17.65% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 48.28% |
| Unemployment rate | 17.65% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Postville, 30.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 33.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 36.7% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 45 | 30.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 50 | 33.3% |
| Did not work | 55 | 36.7% |
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 Postville's population (around 64.70%) 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 Postville industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Postville is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Postville has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (35%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 24%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 10 | 35% |
| Educational services | 10 | 10 | 24% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 12% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 12% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale 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% |
| 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Postville residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Postville: Public administration (35%), Educational services (24%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (12%)
Top occupation categories in Postville: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (18%), Legislative and senior management occupations (12%)
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 | 30 | 35 | 60 | 85.70% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 10 | 14.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 10 | 14.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Postville 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 Postville residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Postville 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 | 92.90% |
| 60 minutes and over | 14.30% |
| 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 Postville 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 Postville'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 Postville. About 185 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 | 185 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.7% of Postville's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 185 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 2.7% |
| 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
Postville is predominantly Christian. About 170 of its population is Christian (85 males and 90 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 | 89.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Postville
Schools
Nearest Towns to Postville
- Makkovik 42.4 km · 365 people
- Hopedale 67.4 km · 596 people
- Rigolet 118.8 km · 327 people
- North West River 154.7 km · 560 people
- Happy Valley-Goose Bay 183.0 km · 8,040 people
- Nain 217.7 km · 847 people
- Cartwright, Labrador 223.1 km · 439 people
- Port Hope Simpson 348.2 km · 403 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Postville
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Postville has a population of 188 people, making it the 214th town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population increased significantly from 177 in 2016, an increase of 11 people or 6.21%. The town has a population density of 78.7 people per km² across a land area of 2.39 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Postville's population grew by 6.21% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 177 to 188 people, a gain of 11 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 45.20 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Postville has a population density of approximately 78.70 people per square kilometre.
Postville covers a land area of approximately 2.39 km².
The median age of the population in Postville is 45.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Postville is North American Indigenous.
The median household income in Postville is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Postville.
Christian is the predominant religion in Postville.
According to the 2021 Census, 89.5% of Postville's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Postville's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 18.2% of census families in Postville, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Postville, per the 2021 Census.
2.7% of Postville'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 Postville, 30.0% 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.