Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Membertou 28B has a population of around 1,103 people. The Indian reserve's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Membertou 28B has increased by ▲ 8.67%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,015 | 1,103 | +8.67% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.68% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Membertou 28B's population is projected to reach approximately 1,199 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 810.14 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,103 | 1,199 | 810.14 |
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.
Membertou 28B Population Trend & Context
Membertou 28B had a 2021 census population of 1,103 — an increase of 88 (▲ 8.67%) people from the 1,015 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Nova Scotia Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 30.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Membertou 28B is around 550 while the female population is around 550.
Of the 1,103 total population in Membertou 28B, the largest gender is female with around 550 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 550 | 550 | +0.00% |
Is Membertou 28B a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Membertou 28B compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Nova Scotia, 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.
Membertou 28B Population Compared to Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia's population in 2021 was 969,383, spread across the area. Here's how Membertou 28B compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Membertou 28B | Nova Scotia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $50,400 | $71,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 28.9% | 12.7% |
| Median age | 30.4 | 45.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16.0% | 27.1% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 7.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Membertou 28B has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 15 to 19 years old, accounting for 9.50% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 30.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 19 years | 50 9.10% | 55 10.00% | 9.09% | 105 9.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 55 10.00% | 45 8.20% | 18.18% | 100 9.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 50 9.10% | 45 8.20% | 10.00% | 100 9.10% |
Broader Age Groups
If the Indian reserve'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 66.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 25.90% and 8.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Membertou 28B are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 35.00% | 55.00% | 90.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 64.50% | 67.30% | 66.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 29.10% | 22.70% | 25.90% |
| 65 years and over | 6.40% | 10.00% | 8.20% |
Population of Membertou 28B by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Membertou 28B is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Membertou 28B is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Membertou 28B are Mi'kmaq, which accounts for 70.27% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (14.86%), Irish (6.31%), Scottish (4.95%), and Maliseet (4.05%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Membertou 28B include English, North American Indigenous, Ojibway, Canadian, and Caucasian (White).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi'kmaq | 69.37% | 71.17% | 70.27% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 16.22% | 14.41% | 14.86% |
| Irish | 7.21% | 4.50% | 6.31% |
| Scottish | 6.31% | 3.60% | 4.95% |
| Maliseet | 3.60% | 4.50% | 4.05% |
| English | 3.60% | 4.50% | 4.05% |
| North American Indigenous | 3.60% | 2.70% | 3.15% |
| Ojibway | 1.80% | 3.60% | 2.70% |
| Canadian | 1.80% | 2.70% | 2.70% |
| Caucasian (White) | 1.80% | 2.70% | 2.25% |
Indigenous Identity in Membertou 28B
About 90.99% of Membertou 28B's population (1,010 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 9.01% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 995 people (89.60% 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 Membertou 28B's population profile.
About 0.0% of Membertou 28B's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Membertou 28B'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 |
0.0% of Membertou 28B's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 4.1% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 7.2% are second generation, and 88.7% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 330 of Membertou 28B's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 13.75% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 11.25% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 10.00%, 7.50%, and 6.90%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 110 | 13.75% |
| 2 persons | 90 | 11.25% |
| 3 persons | 80 | 10.00% |
| 4 persons | 60 | 7.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 55 | 6.90% |
Family and Household Structure in Membertou 28B
Of census families in Membertou 28B, 57.9% are couple families and 42.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.3 people.
28.8% of households in Membertou 28B are one-person households, 36.3% are couple-family households, 23.8% are one-parent-family households, and 2.5% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 115 | 28.8% |
| Couple-family households | 145 | 36.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 95 | 23.8% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 2.5% |
Income in Membertou 28B
Analyzing income distribution in Membertou 28B can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Membertou 28B is $28,800.
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 Indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Membertou 28B population or around 145 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 135 and 105 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Membertou 28B's median household income is $50,400, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Membertou 28B's median household income is 33,600 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the Indian reserve'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 Indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Membertou 28B
This data sheds light on the distribution of Membertou 28B 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.
60.00% or most of the Membertou 28B population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 10.90% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (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 | 155 | 175 | 330 | 60.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 75 | 85 | 160 | 29.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 30 | 30 | 60 | 10.90% |
Below national average 17.3% of Membertou 28B's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Membertou 28B
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Membertou 28B. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Membertou 28B is at 28.92% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 35.98% |
| Unemployment rate | 28.92% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Membertou 28B, 23.6% worked full year full time in the reference year, 32.7% worked part year and/or part time, and 43.6% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 195 | 23.6% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 270 | 32.7% |
| Did not work | 360 | 43.6% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the Indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Membertou 28B's population (around 61.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 20.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 20 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Membertou 28B industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Membertou 28B is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Membertou 28B has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 10%, followed by Construction at 8%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 45 | 45 | 22% |
| Educational services | 10 | 35 | 10% |
| Construction | 30 | 0 | 8% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 15 | 8% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 35 | 8% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 25 | 7% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 15 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 15 | 15 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 10 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Membertou 28B residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Membertou 28B: Public administration (22%), Educational services (10%), Construction (8%)
Top occupation categories in Membertou 28B: Sales and service occupations (27%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (18%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the Indian reserve. 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 | 70 | 125 | 195 | 66.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 15 | 50 | 16.90% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 30 | 45 | 15.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Membertou 28B 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 Membertou 28B residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Membertou 28B spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the Indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the Indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 76.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 10.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 8.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 6.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 4.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Membertou 28B 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 Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Membertou 28B's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights Indian reserve'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 Membertou 28B. About 1,100 people living in the Indian reserve 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 | 1,100 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.9% of Membertou 28B's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 98.6% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 1,090 | 98.6% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 10 | 0.9% |
| 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 | 82.4% | 95.0% |
| Non-official languages | 10.4% | 2.7% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Membertou 28B is predominantly Christian. About 665 of its population is Christian (310 males and 355 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 59.6% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Membertou 28B
Hospitals
Schools
Parks
Community Centres
Green Spaces in Membertou 28B
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary Park | Parks | 4.4 ha |
| Membertou Recreation Field | Parks | 3.5 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Indian Reserves to Membertou 28B
- Eskasoni 3 38.3 km · 3,521 people
- Wagmatcook 1 56.2 km · 691 people
- Chapel Island 5 64.5 km · 405 people
- Malagawatch 4 64.7 km · 20 people
- Whycocomagh 2 74.8 km · 877 people
- Paqtnkek-Niktuek No. 23 132.9 km · 372 people
- Merigomish Harbour 31 185.9 km
- Fisher's Grant 24 196.4 km · 449 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Membertou 28B
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Membertou 28B has a population of 1,103 people, making it the 50th Indian reserve in Nova Scotia. The population increased significantly from 1,015 in 2016, an increase of 88 people or 8.67%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 745.7 people per km² across a land area of 1.48 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Membertou 28B's population grew by 8.67% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,015 to 1,103 people, a gain of 88 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Nova Scotia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 30.40 years suggests a comparatively young population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Membertou 28B has a population density of approximately 745.70 people per square kilometre.
Membertou 28B covers a land area of approximately 1.48 km².
The median age of the population in Membertou 28B is 30.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Membertou 28B is Mi'kmaq.
The median household income in Membertou 28B is $50,400, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Membertou 28B.
Christian is the predominant religion in Membertou 28B.
According to the 2021 Census, 91.0% of Membertou 28B's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Membertou 28B's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 42.9% of census families in Membertou 28B, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 2.5% of all households in Membertou 28B, per the 2021 Census.
0.9% of Membertou 28B'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 Membertou 28B, 23.6% 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.