Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Greater Madawaska has a population of around 2,864 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Greater Madawaska has increased by 13.74%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,518 | 2,864 | +13.74% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.61% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Greater Madawaska's population is projected to reach approximately 3,258 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 3.20 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 2,864 | 3,258 | 3.20 |
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 Greater Madawaska is around 1,495 while the female population is around 1,370.
Of the 2,864 total population in Greater Madawaska, the largest gender is male with around 1,495 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,495 | 1,370 | +8.36% |
Is Greater Madawaska a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Greater Madawaska 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 Greater Madawaska
- Admaston/Bromley (25.8 km)
- Bonnechere Valley (27.8 km)
- North Frontenac (31.6 km)
- Horton (33.9 km)
- McNab/Braeside (34.8 km)
- Lanark Highlands (38.4 km)
- Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan (43.7 km)
- North Algona Wilberforce (45.1 km)
- Arnprior (46.7 km)
- Mississippi Mills (48.1 km)
- Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards (51.4 km)
- Addington Highlands (51.9 km)
- Carlow/Mayo (58.6 km)
- Renfrew (59.1 km)
- Tudor and Cashel (60.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Greater Madawaska has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 13.80% of the total population. The town median age is 58.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 205 13.70% | 190 13.90% | 7.32% | 395 13.80% |
| 65 to 69 years | 200 13.40% | 160 11.70% | 20.00% | 365 12.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 150 10.00% | 195 14.20% | 23.08% | 345 12.10% |
| 70 to 74 years | 155 10.40% | 120 8.80% | 22.58% | 275 9.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 90 6.00% | 95 6.90% | 5.26% | 180 6.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 80 5.40% | 75 5.50% | 6.25% | 150 5.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 75 5.00% | 55 4.00% | 26.67% | 135 4.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 65 4.30% | 60 4.40% | 7.69% | 125 4.40% |
| 30 to 34 years | 55 3.70% | 55 4.00% | 0.00% | 110 3.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 70 4.70% | 35 2.60% | 50.00% | 100 3.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 55 3.70% | 45 3.30% | 18.18% | 100 3.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 50 3.30% | 45 3.30% | 10.00% | 100 3.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 45 3.00% | 50 3.60% | 10.00% | 95 3.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 50 3.30% | 35 2.60% | 30.00% | 85 3.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 45 3.00% | 40 2.90% | 11.11% | 85 3.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 40 2.70% | 45 3.30% | 11.11% | 85 3.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 45 3.00% | 40 2.90% | 11.11% | 85 3.00% |
| Median age of the population | 59 58.80% | 59 58.80% | 0.00% | 59 58.80% |
| 85 years and over | 35 2.30% | 20 1.50% | 42.86% | 55 1.90% |
| Average age of the population | 52 52.00% | 52 52.30% | 0.00% | 52 52.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 25 1.70% | 10 0.70% | 60.00% | 40 1.40% |
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 58.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 32.50% and 9.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Greater Madawaska are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 34.10% | 30.70% | 32.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 9.00% | 9.50% | 9.30% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Greater Madawaska
Population of Greater Madawaska by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Greater Madawaska is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Greater Madawaska 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 Irish, which accounts for 39.40% of the total population, followed by Scottish (33.22%), English (27.03%), German (18.20%), and French (17.84%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, Polish, British Isles, First Nations (North American Indian), and Dutch.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | 36.21% | 42.48% | 39.40% |
| Scottish | 33.55% | 32.33% | 33.22% |
| English | 28.57% | 25.19% | 27.03% |
| German | 17.94% | 18.42% | 18.20% |
| French | 16.94% | 18.42% | 17.84% |
| Canadian | 10.63% | 13.16% | 11.66% |
| Polish | 8.97% | 9.40% | 9.19% |
| British Isles | 4.65% | 3.76% | 4.24% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 4.32% | 4.51% | 4.24% |
| Dutch | 3.99% | 2.26% | 3.18% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Greater Madawaska's population profile.
About 5.1% of Greater Madawaska's population are immigrants (145 people).
The top countries of origin for Greater Madawaska's immigrant population are United Kingdom (40), Germany (25), United States of America (20), Poland (10), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 40 |
| Germany | 25 |
| United States of America | 20 |
| Poland | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,315 of Greater Madawaska's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 24.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.30% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.85%, 4.30%, and 2.05%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 660 | 24.55% |
| 1 person | 385 | 14.30% |
| 3 persons | 130 | 4.85% |
| 4 persons | 115 | 4.30% |
| 5 or more persons | 55 | 2.05% |
Income in Greater Madawaska
Analyzing income distribution in Greater Madawaska can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Greater Madawaska is $40,000.
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 Greater Madawaska population or around 300 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and Under $10,000 with around 270 and 230 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Greater Madawaska's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Greater Madawaska's median household income is 3,000 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 Greater Madawaska
This data sheds light on the distribution of Greater Madawaska 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.
59.50% or most of the Greater Madawaska population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.55% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 16.15% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,190 | 1,130 | 2,320 | 59.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 610 | 610 | 1,220 | 30.55% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 285 | 360 | 645 | 16.15% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 305 | 115 | 420 | 10.00% |
Below national average 16.2% of Greater Madawaska's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Greater Madawaska
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Greater Madawaska. 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 4.94% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 43.48% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.94% |
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 Greater Madawaska's population (around 66.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 145 men and 90 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 230.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 145 | 90 | 230 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Greater Madawaska industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Greater Madawaska is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Greater Madawaska has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the construction sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 215 | 25 | 19% |
| Retail trade | 55 | 110 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 25 | 105 | 11% |
| Public administration | 65 | 50 | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 65 | 30 | 8% |
| Accommodation and food services | 20 | 55 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 35 | 25 | 5% |
| Educational services | 15 | 45 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 40 | 15 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 35 | 15 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 15 | 3% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 25 | 10 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 20 | 0 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 20 | 0 | 2% |
| Utilities | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 10 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Greater Madawaska residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Greater Madawaska: Construction (19%), -45 Retail trade (13%), Health care and social assistance (11%)
Top occupation categories in Greater Madawaska: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (29%), Sales and service occupations (23%), Business, finance and administration occupations (11%)
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 | 275 | 330 | 600 | 54.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 215 | 45 | 255 | 23.20% |
| Worked at home | 130 | 105 | 235 | 21.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Greater Madawaska 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 Greater Madawaska residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Greater Madawaska 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 |
|---|---|
| 60 minutes and over | 23.80% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 23.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 23.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 19.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 10.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Greater Madawaskashed 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 Greater Madawaska'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 Greater Madawaska. About 2,755 people living in the province speak English, 100 people speak French, 10 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 2,755 |
| French | 100 |
| English and French | 10 |
| 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 | 91.6% | 97.7% |
| French | 3.8% | 1.0% |
| Non-official languages | 3.0% | 0.7% |
Religion
Greater Madawaska is predominantly Christian. About 1,885 of its population is Christian (940 males and 940 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 | 66.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Greater Madawaska
Schools
Parks
- McNab Centre Park
- Barnet Park
- Cherry Point Park
- Camping Crown Land
- Waterfront Crown Land public camping area
- Camping area on Crown Land
- Camping area on Crown Land
- Will's Pine road spot
- Waba Cottage Museum & Gardens
- Burnstown Beach
- Joe's Lake Ball Field
- Dacre Heights
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Greater Madawaska
Museums
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Greater Madawaska
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| McNab Centre Park | Parks | 6.2 ha |
| Barnet Park | Parks | 3.7 ha |
| Cherry Point Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Camping Crown Land | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Waterfront Crown Land public camping area | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Camping area on Crown Land | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| Camping area on Crown Land | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Will's Pine road spot | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Waba Cottage Museum & Gardens | Parks | 3.0 ha |
| Burnstown Beach | Parks | 2.4 ha |
| Joe's Lake Ball Field | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Dacre Heights | Parks | 60.0 ha |
| Matawatchan Provincial Park | Nature Reserves | 63.3 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Madawaska
According to the 2021 census, Greater Madawaska has a population of approximately 2,864 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Greater Madawaska increased by 13.74%.
Greater Madawaska has a population density of approximately 2.80 people per square kilometre.
Greater Madawaska covers a land area of approximately 1,018.15 km².
The median age of the population in Greater Madawaska is 58.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Greater Madawaska is Irish.
The median household income in Greater Madawaska is $81,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Greater Madawaska.
Christian is the predominant religion in Greater Madawaska.
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.