Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Malahide has a population of around 9,308 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Malahide has increased by 0.17%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 9,292 | 9,308 | +0.17% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.03% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Malahide's population is projected to reach approximately 9,324 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 23.65 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 9,308 | 9,324 | 23.65 |
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 Malahide is around 4,760 while the female population is around 4,550.
Of the 9,308 total population in Malahide, the largest gender is male with around 4,760 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,760 | 4,550 | +4.41% |
Is Malahide a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Malahide 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 Malahide
- Aylmer (8.4 km)
- Tillsonburg (20.1 km)
- South-West Oxford (28.3 km)
- Ingersoll (34.3 km)
- Southwold (35.4 km)
- Norwich (37.7 km)
- Zorra (46.3 km)
- Harley (50.3 km)
- East Zorra-Tavistock (56.7 km)
- St. Marys (61.8 km)
- Blandford-Blenheim (62.4 km)
- Lucan Biddulph (66.1 km)
- Perth South (67.5 km)
- Adelaide-Metcalfe (70.9 km)
- Wilmot (77.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Malahide has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 8.80% of the total population. The town median age is 37.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 455 9.60% | 365 8.00% | 19.78% | 820 8.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 390 8.20% | 335 7.40% | 14.10% | 725 7.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 325 6.80% | 345 7.60% | 5.80% | 670 7.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 355 7.50% | 320 7.00% | 9.86% | 670 7.20% |
| 0 to 4 years | 320 6.70% | 315 6.90% | 1.56% | 635 6.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 310 6.50% | 275 6.00% | 11.29% | 585 6.30% |
| 50 to 54 years | 275 5.80% | 310 6.80% | 11.29% | 585 6.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 300 6.30% | 280 6.20% | 6.67% | 580 6.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 280 5.90% | 270 5.90% | 3.57% | 555 6.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 275 5.80% | 270 5.90% | 1.82% | 540 5.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 280 5.90% | 255 5.60% | 8.93% | 535 5.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 270 5.70% | 240 5.30% | 11.11% | 505 5.40% |
| 30 to 34 years | 235 4.90% | 260 5.70% | 9.62% | 495 5.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 225 4.70% | 240 5.30% | 6.25% | 470 5.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 200 4.20% | 210 4.60% | 4.76% | 410 4.40% |
| 75 to 79 years | 120 2.50% | 105 2.30% | 12.50% | 225 2.40% |
| 80 to 84 years | 75 1.60% | 75 1.60% | 0.00% | 150 1.60% |
| 85 years and over | 60 1.30% | 85 1.90% | 29.41% | 145 1.60% |
| 85 to 89 years | 45 0.90% | 50 1.10% | 10.00% | 90 1.00% |
| 90 to 94 years | 20 0.40% | 30 0.70% | 33.33% | 50 0.50% |
| Average age of the population | 38 37.60% | 38 38.20% | 2.62% | 38 37.90% |
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 61.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 23.40% and 15.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Malahide are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 36.80% | 37.60% | 37.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 24.50% | 22.40% | 23.40% |
| 65 years and over | 15.40% | 15.60% | 15.60% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Malahide
Population of Malahide by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Malahide is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Malahide 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 21.01% of the total population, followed by Canadian (19.60%), German (18.51%), Mennonite (14.97%), and Scottish (13.50%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Dutch, Irish, Mexican, Russian, and French.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 20.36% | 21.61% | 21.01% |
| Canadian | 18.99% | 20.25% | 19.60% |
| German | 18.78% | 18.10% | 18.51% |
| Mennonite | 15.84% | 14.03% | 14.97% |
| Scottish | 13.01% | 14.03% | 13.50% |
| Dutch | 14.17% | 10.63% | 12.47% |
| Irish | 11.54% | 12.33% | 11.87% |
| Mexican | 10.28% | 10.18% | 10.23% |
| Russian | 4.93% | 4.52% | 4.74% |
| French | 3.04% | 4.41% | 3.65% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Malahide's population profile.
About 16.3% of Malahide's population are immigrants (1,495 people).
The top countries of origin for Malahide's immigrant population are Mexico (970), Netherlands (110), United Kingdom (65), United States of America (60), Germany (60).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Mexico | 970 |
| Netherlands | 110 |
| United Kingdom | 65 |
| United States of America | 60 |
| Germany | 60 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 2,835 of Malahide's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.15% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.10% of the population. 1 person, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 8.35%, 7.20%, and 7.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,095 | 18.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 550 | 9.10% |
| 1 person | 505 | 8.35% |
| 4 persons | 435 | 7.20% |
| 3 persons | 430 | 7.15% |
Income in Malahide
Analyzing income distribution in Malahide can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Malahide is $40,800.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Malahide population or around 1,260 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 1,075 and 1,025 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Malahide's median household income is $95,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Malahide's median household income is 11,000 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 Malahide
This data sheds light on the distribution of Malahide 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.
41.70% or most of the Malahide population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 28.70% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 9.80% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 2,165 | 2,505 | 4,670 | 41.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,750 | 1,650 | 3,400 | 29.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 1,950 | 1,415 | 3,360 | 28.70% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 405 | 680 | 1,100 | 9.80% |
Below national average 9.8% of Malahide's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Malahide
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Malahide. 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 5.21% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 62.86% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.21% |
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 Malahide's population (around 63.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 735 men and 430 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,160.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 735 | 430 | 1,160 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Malahide industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Malahide is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Malahide has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Construction sector comes second at 15%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 590 | 255 | 18% |
| Construction | 585 | 100 | 15% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 370 | 245 | 13% |
| Retail trade | 200 | 190 | 8% |
| Health care and social assistance | 40 | 330 | 8% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 280 | 80 | 8% |
| Educational services | 50 | 165 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 125 | 95 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 60 | 115 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 100 | 40 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 80 | 55 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 65 | 75 | 3% |
| Public administration | 35 | 70 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 30 | 55 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 55 | 25 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 25 | 35 | 1% |
| Utilities | 45 | 0 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 15 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Malahide residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Malahide: -33 Manufacturing (18%), Construction (15%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (13%)
Top occupation categories in Malahide: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (33%), Sales and service occupations (18%), Business, finance and administration occupations (13%)
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 | 1,625 | 1,265 | 2,885 | 65.60% |
| Worked at home | 360 | 430 | 790 | 18.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 605 | 105 | 715 | 16.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 10 | 0 | 10 | 0.20% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Malahide 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 Malahide residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Malahide 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 | 36.50% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 31.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 18.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 7.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 6.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Malahideshed 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 Malahide'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 Malahide. About 8,985 people living in the province speak English, 155 people speak Neither English nor French, 35 people speak French language, and 5 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 8,985 |
| Neither English nor French | 155 |
| French | 35 |
| English and French | 5 |
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 | 71.0% | 85.5% |
| Non-official languages | 26.6% | 13.3% |
| French | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Religion
Malahide is predominantly Christian. About 6,945 of its population is Christian (3,540 males and 3,540 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 | 75.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Malahide
Schools
- Immanuel Christian School
- Davenport Public School
- East Elgin Secondary School
- McGregor Public School
- Assumption Separate School
- Summers' Corners Public School
- South Dorchester Public School
- Springfield Public School
- New Sarum Public School
Parks
- Balmoral Park
- Optimist/Kinsmen Park
- Rotary Park
- Crystal Park
- Lions Park
- Palmer Park
- Mill Street Park
- Tracey Street Park
- Belmont Community Park
- Confederation Park
- Union Street Park
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Malahide
Museums
Attractions
Green Spaces in Malahide
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Balmoral Park | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Optimist/Kinsmen Park | Parks | 7.8 ha |
| Rotary Park | Parks | 3.8 ha |
| Crystal Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Lions Park | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Palmer Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Mill Street Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Tracey Street Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Belmont Community Park | Parks | 1.1 ha |
| Confederation Park | Parks | 2.2 ha |
| Aylmer Wildlife Management Area | Nature Reserves | — |
| Aylmer Provincial Wildlife Management Area | Nature Reserves | — |
| Brown Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | — |
| Ivan Steen Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 9.2 ha |
| Ward McKenna Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 2.1 ha |
| Yarmouth Natural Heritage Area | Nature Reserves | 85.5 ha |
| Springwater Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 198.7 ha |
| Archie Coulter Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 51.9 ha |
| Calton Swamp Wetland Complex | Nature Reserves | 89.6 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malahide
According to the 2021 census, Malahide has a population of approximately 9,308 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Malahide increased by 0.17%.
Malahide has a population density of approximately 23.60 people per square kilometre.
Malahide covers a land area of approximately 394.27 km².
The median age of the population in Malahide is 37.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Malahide is English.
The median household income in Malahide is $95,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Malahide.
Christian is the predominant religion in Malahide.
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.