Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Sandy Cove has a population of around 120 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Sandy Cove has decreased by ▼ -1.64%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 122 | 120 | --1.64% |
2026 Population Projection
Sandy Cove's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 120 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Sandy Cove Population Trend & Context
Sandy Cove is the 241st-largest town in Newfoundland and Labrador, with a 2021 census population of 120 — a decline of 2 (▼ 1.64%) people from the 122 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Newfoundland and Labrador towns. The town's median age of 62 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does Sandy Cove compare to other Newfoundland and Labrador towns?
- Baine Harbour: 126 (2021)
- St. Brendan's: 125 (2021)
- Sandy Cove: 120 (2021) ← 241st largest
- Brent's Cove: 119 (2021)
- Cook's Harbour: 118 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Sandy Cove is around 60 while the female population is around 65.
Of the 120 total population in Sandy Cove, the largest gender is female with around 65 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | 65 | -7.69% |
Is Sandy Cove a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Sandy Cove 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.
Sandy Cove Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Sandy Cove compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Sandy Cove | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 25.0% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 62 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Sandy Cove has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The town median age is 62.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 62 62.00% | 62 62.00% | 0.00% | 62 62.00% |
| Average age of the population | 61 61.00% | 57 57.00% | 6.56% | 59 58.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 8.30% | 10 15.40% | 50.00% | 15 12.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 8.30% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 15 12.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 8.30% | 10 15.40% | 50.00% | 15 12.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 16.70% | 5 7.70% | 50.00% | 15 12.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 5 8.30% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 10 8.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 8.30% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 10 8.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 0 0.00% | 5 7.70% | 100.00% | 10 8.30% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 8.30% | 5 7.70% | 0.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 85 years and over | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 4.20% |
| 85 years and over | 8 8.30% | 0 0.00% | 96.39% | 4 4.20% |
| 90 to 94 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
| 95 to 99 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 65 years and over age group. The group accounts for 45.80% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 41.70% and 45.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Sandy Cove are within the 65 years and over age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Sandy Cove
Population of Sandy Cove by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Sandy Cove is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Sandy Cove 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 Sandy Cove are English, which accounts for 31.58% of the total population, followed by Canadian (26.32%), Newfoundlander (15.79%), Ilocano (0.00%), and Northern Irish (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Sandy Cove include Celtic, British Columbian, Ecuadorian, Franco Ontarian, and Argentinian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 37.50% | 27.27% | 31.58% |
| Canadian | 25.00% | 36.36% | 26.32% |
| Newfoundlander | 25.00% | 18.18% | 15.79% |
| Ilocano | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Northern Irish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Celtic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 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% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Sandy Cove's population profile.
About 0.0% of Sandy Cove's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Sandy Cove's immigrant population are Morocco (0), Nigeria (0), Somalia (0), South Africa, Republic of (0), Afghanistan (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Morocco | 0 |
| Nigeria | 0 |
| Somalia | 0 |
| South Africa, Republic of | 0 |
| Afghanistan | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 55 of Sandy Cove's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 31.80% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 9.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.55%, 4.55%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 35 | 31.80% |
| 1 person | 10 | 9.10% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 4.55% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 4.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Income in Sandy Cove
Analyzing income distribution in Sandy Cove can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Sandy Cove 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 Sandy Cove 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 Sandy Cove's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Sandy Cove'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 Sandy Cove
This data sheds light on the distribution of Sandy Cove 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.
73.40% or most of the Sandy Cove population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 15.80% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 5.25% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 45 | 45 | 95 | 73.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 20 | 30 | 15.80% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 10 | 10 | 5.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Sandy Cove's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Sandy Cove
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Sandy Cove. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Sandy Cove is at 10.53% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 36.84% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.53% |
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 Sandy Cove's population (around 33.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 0 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 10 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Sandy Cove industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Sandy Cove is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Sandy Cove has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the retail trade sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 22%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 22% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 22% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| 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 Sandy Cove residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Sandy Cove: -45 Retail trade (22%), Health care and social assistance (22%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Sandy Cove: Business, finance and administration occupations (22%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (22%), Sales and service occupations (22%)
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 | 0 | 15 | 25 | 83.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 10 | 33.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Sandy Cove 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 Sandy Cove residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Sandy Cove 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 | 83.30% |
| 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 Sandy Coveshed 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 Sandy Cove'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 Sandy Cove. About 120 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 | 120 |
| 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
Sandy Cove is predominantly Christian. About 75 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 | 78.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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- Musgrave Harbour 946
- Rocky Harbour 937
- Roddickton-Bide Arm 928
- Hare Bay 925
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- Summerford 805
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- Port au Choix 742
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- Robert's Arm 722
- Norris Arm 708
- Mount Moriah 700
- Brigus 699
- Cupids 699
- L'Anse au Loup 692
- Badger 682
- Embree 679
- Port Saunders 678
- South River 674
- Milltown-Head of Bay d'Espoir 669
- Cox's Cove 664
- King's Point 653
- Norman's Cove-Long Cove 647
- Heart's Delight-Islington 646
- Conception Harbour 624
- Appleton 620
- Colliers 613
- Old Perlican 608
- St. Lunaire-Griquet 603
- Norris Point 602
- Hopedale 596
- Buchans 590
- Avondale 584
- Lawn 583
- Dover 579
- North River 579
- McIvers 575
- Point Leamington 574
- Musgravetown 561
- North West River 560
- Isle aux Morts 559
- Reidville 550
- Lewin's Cove 546
- St. Jacques-Coomb's Cove 546
- Garnish 542
- Burnt Islands 540
- Lumsden 535
- Eastport 527
- Port Blandford 513
- Birchy Bay 511
- Lark Harbour 508
- Trout River 508
- Gillams 506
- Lourdes 502
- Cape Broyle 499
- Cormack 492
- Englee 489
- Chapel Arm 446
- Terrenceville 446
- Middle Arm 443
- Cartwright, Labrador 439
- Hampden 439
- Winterton 436
- St. Bernard's-Jacques Fontaine 433
- South Brook 420
- Steady Brook 416
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- Meadows 404
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- Cow Head 398
- Winterland 398
- Ramea 388
- Port au Port West-Aguathuna-Felix Cove 384
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- Northern Arm 371
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- Makkovik 365
- Port Rexton 361
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- Bay de Verde 347
- Comfort Cove-Newstead 345
- Rose Blanche-Harbour le Cou 344
- Bryant's Cove 343
- Heart's Content 330
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- Elliston 315
- Southern Harbour 313
- St. Mary's 313
- Mary's Harbour 312
- Anchor Point 305
- Burlington 304
- Ming's Bight 298
- Hawke's Bay 297
- Leading Tickles 296
- Charlottetown [Labrador] 292
- Pilley's Island 286
- Seal Cove [White Bay] 281
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- Traytown 279
- Jackson's Arm 277
- Flower's Cove 272
- Fermeuse 266
- St. Vincent's-St. Stephen's-Peter's River 263
- Greenspond 257
- Point May 254
- Bishop's Cove 252
- Fox Cove-Mortier 252
- Baytona 251
- Main Brook 246
- Cottlesville 244
- Woody Point, Bonne Bay 244
- Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook 241
- Little Burnt Bay 238
- Hughes Brook 236
- Bay L'Argent 234
- Parkers Cove 233
- Rushoon 229
- Fox Harbour 226
- Daniel's Harbour 220
- L'Anse-au-Clair 219
- Lamaline 218
- Chance Cove 213
- Come By Chance 208
- Fleur de Lys 207
- Sandringham 205
- St. Pauls 202
- New Perlican 200
- Woodstock 195
- Gaskiers-Point La Haye 189
- Postville 188
- Long Harbour-Mount Arlington Heights 185
- Westport 185
- Change Islands 184
- Heart's Desire 184
- St. Lewis 181
- Howley 179
- Branch 177
- Red Harbour 177
- Grand Le Pierre 176
- Bird Cove 175
- River of Ponds 173
- Goose Cove East 172
- Indian Bay 172
- Lushes Bight-Beaumont-Beaumont North 169
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- Brighton 163
- Frenchman's Cove 159
- Crow Head 156
- Lord's Cove 155
- Raleigh 150
- Conche 149
- Pacquet 145
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- St. Brendan's 125
- Brent's Cove 119
- Cook's Harbour 118
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- Rencontre East 115
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- Salvage 108
- Colinet 103
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- Beachside 97
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- Aquaforte 74
- Nippers Harbour 74
- Point au Gaul 67
- Pinware 64
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- Gallants 50
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- Keels 46
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sandy Cove
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Sandy Cove has a population of 120 people, making it the 241st town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined moderately from 122 in 2016, a decrease of 2 people or 1.64%. The town has a population density of 13.4 people per km² across a land area of 8.99 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Sandy Cove's population declined by 1.64% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 122 to 120 people, a loss of 2 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 62.00 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Sandy Cove has a population density of approximately 13.40 people per square kilometre.
Sandy Cove covers a land area of approximately 8.99 km².
The median age of the population in Sandy Cove is 62.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Sandy Cove is English.
The median household income in Sandy Cove is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Sandy Cove.
Christian is the predominant religion in Sandy Cove.
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.