Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has a population of around 100 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has decreased by ▼ -58.68%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 242 | 100 | --58.68% |
2026 Population Projection
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 100 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] Population Trend & Context
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] had a 2021 census population of 100 — a decline of 142 (▼ 58.68%) people from the 242 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 64.5 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is around 45 while the female population is around 55.
Of the 100 total population in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], the largest gender is female with around 55 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 45 | 55 | -18.18% |
Is Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] Population Compared to Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador's population in 2021 was 510,550, spread across the area. Here's how Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] | Newfoundland and Labrador |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 14.3% | 15.2% |
| Median age | 64.5 | 48.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 18.7% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 2.8% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 45 to 49 years old, accounting for 15.00% of the total population. The town median age is 64.50.
| 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 65 years and over age group. The group accounts for 50.00% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 45.00% and 5.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] are within the 65 years and over age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 30.00% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 44.40% | 54.50% | 50.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 20.00% | 45.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 44.40% | 36.40% | 45.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 5.00% | 5.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 9.10% | 5.00% |
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Population of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] are English, which accounts for 64.00% of the total population, followed by Newfoundlander (24.00%), Slovenian (0.00%), Western European (0.00%), and New Brunswicker (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] include Gujarati, Eritrean, African Canadian, Israeli, and Mohawk.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 58.33% | 75.00% | 64.00% |
| Newfoundlander | 33.33% | 25.00% | 24.00% |
| Slovenian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Western European | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| New Brunswicker | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Gujarati | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Eritrean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| African Canadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Israeli | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mohawk | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
About 0.00% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population profile.
About 0.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s immigrant population are Peru (0), Trinidad and Tobago (0), United States of America (0), Bosnia and Herzegovina (0), Croatia (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Peru | 0 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 0 |
| United States of America | 0 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 |
100.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s residents (120 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 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 50 of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.00%, 5.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 25 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 15 | 15.00% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
Of census families in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], 100.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.3 people.
20.0% of households in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] are one-person households, 70.0% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 20.0% |
| Couple-family households | 35 | 70.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
Analyzing income distribution in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
This data sheds light on the distribution of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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.
38.50% or most of the Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 38.50% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 15.40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 15 | 25 | 38.50% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 10 | 25 | 38.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 10 | 15.40% |
Below national average 0.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is at 14.29% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 52.17% |
| Unemployment rate | 14.29% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], 8.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 37.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 50.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 10 | 8.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 45 | 37.5% |
| Did not work | 60 | 50.0% |
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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population (around 78.60%) 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (43%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 30 | 0 | 43% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 14% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
| 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (43%), Manufacturing (14%), Transportation and warehousing (14%)
Top occupation categories in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (43%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (29%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (14%)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 0 | 25 | 41.70% |
| Usual place of work | 10 | 10 | 25 | 41.70% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 | 55.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 33.30% |
| 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] 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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]. About 100 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 | 100 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'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 | 100 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is predominantly Christian. About 115 of its population is Christian (60 males and 60 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 | 95.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has a population of 100 people, making it the 252nd town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population declined significantly from 242 in 2016, a decrease of 142 people or 58.68%. The town has a population density of 49.3 people per km² across a land area of 2.03 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population declined by 58.68% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 242 to 100 people, a loss of 142 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Newfoundland and Labrador towns during this period. The median age of 64.50 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] has a population density of approximately 49.30 people per square kilometre.
Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] covers a land area of approximately 2.03 km².
The median age of the population in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is 64.50 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is English.
The median household income in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay] is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay].
Christian is the predominant religion in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay].
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'s residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Seal Cove [Fortune Bay]'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 Seal Cove [Fortune Bay], 8.3% 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.