Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Cavan Monaghan has a population of around 10,016 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cavan Monaghan has increased by 13.44%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 8,829 | 10,016 | +13.44% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.55% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Cavan Monaghan's population is projected to reach approximately 11,363 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 37.09 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 10,016 | 11,363 | 37.09 |
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.
Population By Genders
The male population of Cavan Monaghan is around 4,970 while the female population is around 5,040.
Of the 10,016 total population in Cavan Monaghan, the largest gender is female with around 5,040 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,970 | 5,040 | +1.39% |
Is Cavan Monaghan a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cavan Monaghan compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, 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.
Other Towns Near Cavan Monaghan
- Otonabee-South Monaghan (21.1 km)
- Selwyn (27.4 km)
- Alnwick/Haldimand (35.2 km)
- Cobourg (35.2 km)
- Scugog (35.9 km)
- Asphodel-Norwood (40.0 km)
- Douro-Dummer (40.9 km)
- Cramahe (49.5 km)
- Whitby (51.2 km)
- Uxbridge (52.9 km)
- Brock (53.2 km)
- Ajax (58.1 km)
- Havelock-Belmont-Methuen (62.4 km)
- North Kawartha (65.4 km)
- Whitchurch-Stouffville (66.7 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Cavan Monaghan has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 8.70% of the total population. The town median age is 44.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 430 8.70% | 445 8.80% | 3.37% | 870 8.70% |
| 55 to 59 years | 400 8.00% | 420 8.30% | 4.76% | 820 8.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 330 6.60% | 325 6.40% | 1.52% | 650 6.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 315 6.30% | 330 6.50% | 4.55% | 640 6.40% |
| 30 to 34 years | 295 5.90% | 335 6.60% | 11.94% | 635 6.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 315 6.30% | 290 5.80% | 7.94% | 605 6.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 300 6.00% | 300 6.00% | 0.00% | 600 6.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 305 6.10% | 290 5.80% | 4.92% | 595 5.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 290 5.80% | 305 6.10% | 4.92% | 595 5.90% |
| 0 to 4 years | 305 6.10% | 275 5.50% | 9.84% | 585 5.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 275 5.50% | 305 6.10% | 9.84% | 575 5.70% |
| 45 to 49 years | 285 5.70% | 290 5.80% | 1.72% | 575 5.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 270 5.40% | 225 4.50% | 16.67% | 495 4.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 235 4.70% | 235 4.70% | 0.00% | 465 4.60% |
| 20 to 24 years | 230 4.60% | 210 4.20% | 8.70% | 440 4.40% |
| 75 to 79 years | 190 3.80% | 180 3.60% | 5.26% | 365 3.60% |
| 85 years and over | 100 2.00% | 170 3.40% | 41.18% | 265 2.60% |
| 80 to 84 years | 110 2.20% | 125 2.50% | 12.00% | 230 2.30% |
| 85 to 89 years | 50 1.00% | 80 1.60% | 37.50% | 130 1.30% |
| 90 to 94 years | 40 0.80% | 50 1.00% | 20.00% | 95 0.90% |
| Median age of the population | 44 43.60% | 46 45.60% | 4.39% | 45 44.80% |
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 61.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.10% and 17.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Cavan Monaghan are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 42.40% | 44.00% | 43.20% |
| 65 years and over | 20.20% | 21.80% | 21.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.60% | 17.00% | 17.80% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Cavan Monaghan
Population of Cavan Monaghan by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Cavan Monaghan is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Cavan Monaghan 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 34.87% of the total population, followed by Irish (29.03%), Scottish (26.22%), Canadian (17.26%), and German (9.68%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Dutch, British Isles, Italian, and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 33.95% | 35.79% | 34.87% |
| Irish | 27.61% | 30.46% | 29.03% |
| Scottish | 25.05% | 27.38% | 26.22% |
| Canadian | 17.79% | 16.72% | 17.26% |
| German | 9.92% | 9.44% | 9.68% |
| French | 8.18% | 8.72% | 8.50% |
| Dutch | 9.00% | 7.49% | 8.24% |
| British Isles | 4.60% | 4.51% | 4.51% |
| Italian | 4.81% | 3.79% | 4.25% |
| Polish | 3.07% | 3.90% | 3.48% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Cavan Monaghan's population profile.
About 7.7% of Cavan Monaghan's population are immigrants (755 people).
The top countries of origin for Cavan Monaghan's immigrant population are United Kingdom (160), Germany (70), India (45), United States of America (40), Netherlands (40).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 160 |
| Germany | 70 |
| India | 45 |
| United States of America | 40 |
| Netherlands | 40 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 3,360 of Cavan Monaghan's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.30% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 8.95% of the population. 4 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.65%, 7.80%, and 5.50%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,370 | 19.30% |
| 3 persons | 635 | 8.95% |
| 4 persons | 615 | 8.65% |
| 1 person | 555 | 7.80% |
| 5 or more persons | 390 | 5.50% |
Income in Cavan Monaghan
Analyzing income distribution in Cavan Monaghan can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cavan Monaghan is $46,000.
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 Cavan Monaghan population or around 1,110 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 1,045 and 885 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Cavan Monaghan's median household income is $110,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Cavan Monaghan's median household income is 26,000 dollars above 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 Cavan Monaghan
This data sheds light on the distribution of Cavan Monaghan 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.
62.65% or most of the Cavan Monaghan population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 25.50% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.85% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 3,740 | 4,370 | 8,110 | 62.65% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,790 | 1,585 | 3,380 | 25.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1,040 | 1,640 | 2,690 | 20.85% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 960 | 690 | 1,655 | 11.80% |
Below national average 20.9% of Cavan Monaghan's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Cavan Monaghan
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cavan Monaghan. 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 5.89% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 58.23% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.89% |
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 Cavan Monaghan's population (around 68.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 590 men and 375 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 970.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 590 | 375 | 970 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Cavan Monaghan industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Cavan Monaghan is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Cavan Monaghan has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (14%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 85 | 620 | 14% |
| Construction | 575 | 60 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 175 | 265 | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 290 | 105 | 8% |
| Educational services | 100 | 270 | 7% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 150 | 210 | 7% |
| Public administration | 140 | 130 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 165 | 60 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 130 | 80 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 140 | 75 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 125 | 90 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 140 | 45 | 4% |
| Utilities | 155 | 30 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 70 | 115 | 4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 40 | 90 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 65 | 35 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 35 | 45 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 45 | 35 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Cavan Monaghan residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Cavan Monaghan: Health care and social assistance (14%), Construction (12%), -45 Retail trade (9%)
Top occupation categories in Cavan Monaghan: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (22%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)
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 | 1,415 | 1,425 | 2,835 | 60.90% |
| Worked at home | 515 | 660 | 1,175 | 25.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 540 | 100 | 640 | 13.70% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Cavan Monaghan 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 Cavan Monaghan residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cavan Monaghan 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 | 34.20% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 24.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 21.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 11.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 8.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Cavan Monaghanshed 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 Cavan Monaghan'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 Cavan Monaghan. About 9,630 people living in the province speak English, 90 people speak French, 30 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 20 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 9,630 |
| French | 90 |
| Neither English nor French | 30 |
| English and French | 20 |
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 | 93.5% | 97.8% |
| Non-official languages | 4.2% | 1.3% |
| French | 0.9% | 0.4% |
Religion
Cavan Monaghan is predominantly Christian. About 5,255 of its population is Christian (2,485 males and 2,485 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 0.4% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Sikh, both represent 0.3% and 0.0% of the population, while Hindu represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 53.8% |
| Islam | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Cavan Monaghan
Hospitals
Schools
- Millbrook/South Cavan Public School
- Kenner Collegiate and Vocational Institute
- Keith Wightman Public School
- Scott Young Public School
- Roger Neilson Public School
- James Strath Public School
- Crestwood Secondary School
- St. Catherine Catholic Elementary School
- North Cavan Public School
- Prince of Wales Public School
- St. Alphonsus Catholic Elementary School
- Kawartha Heights Public School
- Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School
- Lady Eaton Elementary School
- École catholique Monseigneur-Jamot
Parks
- Omemee Municipal Park
- Stocker Park
- Turner Park
- Golfview Heights Park
- Manor Heights Park
- Kinsmen Park
- Whitefield Park
- Hastings Park
- Millbrook Fair Grounds
- Stenson Park
- Sandalwood Park
- Cameron Park
- Dainard Park
- Mapleridge Park
- Cedargrove Park
- Bowers Park
- Wentworth Park
- Giles Park
- Kawartha Heights Park
- Ramblewood Park
- Wallis Park
- Nevin Park
- Millbrook Conservation Area
- Earlwood Park
Libraries
- Otonabee-South Monaghan Public Library - Bailieboro Branch
- Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Omemee Branch
- Cavan Monaghan Public Library - Millbrook Branch
- Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Bethany Branch
- Cavan Monaghan Public Library - Bruce Johnston Branch
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Cavan Monaghan
Museums
Attractions
Green Spaces in Cavan Monaghan
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Omemee Municipal Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Stocker Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Turner Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Golfview Heights Park | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Manor Heights Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 6.8 ha |
| Whitefield Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Hastings Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Millbrook Fair Grounds | Parks | 5.3 ha |
| Stenson Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Sandalwood Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Cameron Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Dainard Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Mapleridge Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Cedargrove Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Bowers Park | Parks | 16.7 ha |
| Wentworth Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Giles Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cavan Monaghan
According to the 2021 census, Cavan Monaghan has a population of approximately 10,016 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cavan Monaghan increased by 13.44%.
Cavan Monaghan has a population density of approximately 32.70 people per square kilometre.
Cavan Monaghan covers a land area of approximately 306.39 km².
The median age of the population in Cavan Monaghan is 44.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Cavan Monaghan is English.
The median household income in Cavan Monaghan is $110,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Cavan Monaghan.
Christian is the predominant religion in Cavan Monaghan.
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.