Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay, Prince Edward Island Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 31.87 km2. The township has a population density of 7.00 people per km2.

We highlight the Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay township's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has a population of around 223 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has increased by 7.73%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
207223 +7.73%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.50% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population is projected to reach approximately 240 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 7.53 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
2232407.53

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 Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is around 115 while the female population is around 110.

Of the 223 total population in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay, the largest gender is male with around 115 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
115110 +4.35%

Is Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Prince Edward Island, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

9.1%
Unemployment rate
1.2 pts below the province
69.8%
Employment rate
10.8 pts above the province
76.7%
Participation rate
10.9 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$73,500 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
13.8 pts below the province

Commute

85.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
4.6 pts above the province
100.0%
Commute by car
7.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.4 pts below the province

Housing Character

100.0%
Single-detached houses
32.1 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
18.1 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.40 people
Average household size
0.10people above the province
22.2%
One-person households
6.7 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 13.30% of the total population. The township median age is 52.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population50 50.40%54 54.40% 7.35%52 52.00%
Average age of the population45 45.20%48 48.00% 6.25%47 46.60%
55 to 59 years15 13.00%15 13.60% 0.00%30 13.30%
15 to 19 years10 8.70%10 9.10% 0.00%25 11.10%
65 to 69 years15 13.00%5 4.50% 66.67%25 11.10%
50 to 54 years5 4.30%10 9.10% 50.00%20 8.90%
70 to 74 years5 4.30%10 9.10% 50.00%20 8.90%
20 to 24 years10 8.70%10 9.10% 0.00%15 6.70%
25 to 29 years10 8.70%5 4.50% 50.00%15 6.70%
45 to 49 years10 8.70%5 4.50% 50.00%15 6.70%
60 to 64 years5 4.30%15 13.60% 66.67%15 6.70%
0 to 4 years5 4.30%5 4.50% 0.00%10 4.40%
40 to 44 years5 4.30%5 4.50% 0.00%10 4.40%
75 to 79 years5 4.30%5 4.50% 0.00%10 4.40%
5 to 9 years5 4.30%5 4.50% 0.00%5 2.20%
10 to 14 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%5 2.20%
30 to 34 years5 4.30%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.20%
35 to 39 years0 0.00%5 4.50% 100.00%5 2.20%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%5 4.50% 100.00%5 2.20%

Broader Age Groups

If the township'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 66.70% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 66.70% and 24.40%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay 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 Canadian, which accounts for 35.56% of the total population, followed by Scottish (24.44%), English (20.00%), Prince Edward Islander (15.56%), and Irish (8.89%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Dutch, German, Grenadian, Malayali, and Chaldean.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian33.33%34.78%35.56%
Scottish33.33%13.04%24.44%
English28.57%17.39%20.00%
Prince Edward Islander9.52%26.09%15.56%
Irish14.29%8.70%8.89%
Dutch0.00%8.70%8.89%
German0.00%0.00%4.44%
Grenadian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Malayali0.00%0.00%0.00%
Chaldean0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population profile.

About 6.8% of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population are immigrants (15 people).

The top countries of origin for Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 90 of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 19.45% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.10% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.35%, 5.55%, and 5.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons3519.45%
1 person2011.10%
4 persons158.35%
3 persons105.55%
5 or more persons105.55%

Income in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay

Analyzing income distribution in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is $0.

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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's median household income is 84,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay

This data sheds light on the distribution of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay 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.

40.60% or most of the Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 37.35% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.20% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 15.35% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree657013540.60%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate656012537.35%
No certificate, diploma or degree45408023.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher0355015.35%

Below national average 15.4% of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay. 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 6.98% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate69.77%
Unemployment rate6.98%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's population (around 39.40%) are working self-employed as an employee.

Self-employed

In the township, there are 30 men and 30 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed303065

Employment Industry Sectors

The Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (52%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Construction at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting553052%
Health care and social assistance02515%
Construction101012%
Educational services0106%
Public administration006%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Retail trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (52%), Health care and social assistance (15%), Construction (12%)

Top occupation categories in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (30%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (15%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work30457551.70%
No fixed workplace address45206544.80%
Worked at home00106.90%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay 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 Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
15 to 29 minutes44.40%
Less than 15 minutes40.70%
30 to 44 minutes11.10%
60 minutes and over7.40%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bayshed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
62.50%
Married or living common-law
37.50%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights township'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 Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay. About 220 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak English and French, 0 people speak French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English220
English and French5
French0
Neither English nor French0

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English91.1%93.3%
Non-official languages4.4%6.7%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is predominantly Christian. About 205 of its population is Christian (95 males and 95 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian93.2%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay

According to the 2021 census, Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has a population of approximately 223 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay increased by 7.73%.

Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay has a population density of approximately 7.00 people per square kilometre.

Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay covers a land area of approximately 31.87 km².

The median age of the population in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is 52.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is Canadian.

The median household income in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay is $0, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay.

Christian is the predominant religion in Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay.

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.