Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Smooth Rock Falls has a population of around 1,200 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Smooth Rock Falls has decreased by -9.77%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,330 | 1,200 | --9.77% |
2026 Population Projection
Smooth Rock Falls's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,200 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Smooth Rock Falls is around 610 while the female population is around 590.
Of the 1,200 total population in Smooth Rock Falls, the largest gender is male with around 610 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 610 | 590 | -3.28% |
Is Smooth Rock Falls a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Smooth Rock Falls 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
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Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Towns Near Smooth Rock Falls
- Fauquier-Strickland (22.6 km)
- Moonbeam (39.1 km)
- Kapuskasing (60.2 km)
- Val Rita-Harty (75.3 km)
- Iroquois Falls (89.7 km)
- Opasatika (93.7 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Smooth Rock Falls has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 12.10% of the total population. The town median age is 58.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 to 69 years | 75 12.30% | 70 11.90% | 6.67% | 145 12.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 65 10.70% | 75 12.70% | 13.33% | 140 11.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 65 10.70% | 55 9.30% | 15.38% | 120 10.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 50 8.20% | 50 8.50% | 0.00% | 95 7.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 40 6.60% | 35 5.90% | 12.50% | 70 5.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 30 4.90% | 35 5.90% | 14.29% | 65 5.40% |
| 75 to 79 years | 35 5.70% | 25 4.20% | 28.57% | 60 5.00% |
| Median age of the population | 58 58.00% | 58 58.40% | 0.00% | 58 58.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 30 4.90% | 25 4.20% | 16.67% | 55 4.60% |
| Average age of the population | 51 51.10% | 52 51.70% | 0.00% | 51 51.40% |
| 10 to 14 years | 35 5.70% | 15 2.50% | 57.14% | 50 4.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 25 4.10% | 20 3.40% | 20.00% | 50 4.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 4.10% | 20 3.40% | 20.00% | 45 3.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 25 4.10% | 15 2.50% | 40.00% | 45 3.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20 3.30% | 20 3.40% | 0.00% | 45 3.80% |
| 35 to 39 years | 25 4.10% | 20 3.40% | 20.00% | 45 3.80% |
| 85 years and over | 15 2.50% | 30 5.10% | 50.00% | 45 3.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 2.50% | 25 4.20% | 40.00% | 40 3.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 15 2.50% | 25 4.20% | 40.00% | 40 3.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 20 3.30% | 20 3.40% | 0.00% | 40 3.30% |
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 53.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 35.00% and 11.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Smooth Rock Falls are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 10.70% | 11.90% | 11.30% |
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Population of Smooth Rock Falls by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Smooth Rock Falls is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Smooth Rock Falls 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 French, which accounts for 31.78% of the total population, followed by Canadian (29.66%), Irish (18.22%), French Canadian (16.53%), and English (11.02%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Scottish, Dutch, Cree, and First Nations (North American Indian).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 29.66% | 33.33% | 31.78% |
| Canadian | 28.81% | 30.77% | 29.66% |
| Irish | 18.64% | 17.95% | 18.22% |
| French Canadian | 19.49% | 14.53% | 16.53% |
| English | 9.32% | 12.82% | 11.02% |
| German | 5.93% | 5.98% | 6.36% |
| Scottish | 5.93% | 3.42% | 4.66% |
| Dutch | 5.08% | 4.27% | 4.24% |
| Cree | 3.39% | 2.56% | 3.39% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 1.69% | 3.42% | 2.12% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Smooth Rock Falls's population profile.
About 1.7% of Smooth Rock Falls's population are immigrants (20 people).
The top countries of origin for Smooth Rock Falls'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 500 of Smooth Rock Falls's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 22.85% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.25% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.75%, 3.45%, and 2.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 265 | 22.85% |
| 1 person | 200 | 17.25% |
| 3 persons | 55 | 4.75% |
| 4 persons | 40 | 3.45% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 2.15% |
Income in Smooth Rock Falls
Analyzing income distribution in Smooth Rock Falls can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Smooth Rock Falls is $38,000.
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 Smooth Rock Falls population or around 135 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 80 and 80 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Smooth Rock Falls's median household income is $64,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Smooth Rock Falls's median household income is 19,500 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 Smooth Rock Falls
This data sheds light on the distribution of Smooth Rock Falls 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.
55.30% or most of the Smooth Rock Falls population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 25.65% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 18.80% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 7.60% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 450 | 400 | 845 | 55.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 220 | 185 | 405 | 25.65% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 120 | 200 | 320 | 18.80% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 60 | 60 | 115 | 7.60% |
Below national average 7.6% of Smooth Rock Falls's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Smooth Rock Falls
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Smooth Rock Falls. 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 3.35% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 35.41% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.35% |
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 Smooth Rock Falls's population (around 75.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 0 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 20.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 15 | 20 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Smooth Rock Falls industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Smooth Rock Falls is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Smooth Rock Falls has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 16%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 80 | 20% |
| Public administration | 45 | 15 | 16% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 35 | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 30 | 0 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 25 | 0 | 8% |
| Utilities | 20 | 0 | 6% |
| Construction | 25 | 0 | 6% |
| Educational services | 0 | 25 | 6% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Smooth Rock Falls residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Smooth Rock Falls: Health care and social assistance (20%), Public administration (16%), -45 Retail trade (10%)
Top occupation categories in Smooth Rock Falls: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (30%), Sales and service occupations (16%), 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 140 | 140 | 275 | 74.30% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 30 | 45 | 12.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 15 | 45 | 12.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Smooth Rock Falls 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 Smooth Rock Falls residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Smooth Rock Falls 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 | 50.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 18.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 13.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 12.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Smooth Rock Fallsshed 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 Smooth Rock Falls'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.
French is the most spoken official language in Smooth Rock Falls. About 680 people living in the province speak French, 465 people speak English, 30 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 680 |
| English | 465 |
| English and French | 30 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| French | 58.3% | 46.0% |
| English | 35.3% | 47.7% |
| Non-official languages | 1.3% | 0.0% |
Religion
Smooth Rock Falls is predominantly Christian. About 960 of its population is Christian (485 males and 485 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 | 81.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Smooth Rock Falls
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Green Spaces in Smooth Rock Falls
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Kelly Park | Parks | 2.3 ha |
| Liz McCafferty Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Smooth Rock Falls
According to the 2021 census, Smooth Rock Falls has a population of approximately 1,200 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Smooth Rock Falls decreased by 9.77%.
Smooth Rock Falls has a population density of approximately 6.00 people per square kilometre.
Smooth Rock Falls covers a land area of approximately 199.73 km².
The median age of the population in Smooth Rock Falls is 58.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Smooth Rock Falls is French.
The median household income in Smooth Rock Falls is $64,500, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Smooth Rock Falls.
Christian is the predominant religion in Smooth Rock Falls.
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.