Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Murray Harbour has a population of around 282 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Murray Harbour has increased by 9.30%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 258 | 282 | +9.30% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.79% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Murray Harbour's population is projected to reach approximately 308 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 78.97 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 282 | 308 | 78.97 |
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 Murray Harbour is around 150 while the female population is around 135.
Of the 282 total population in Murray Harbour, the largest gender is male with around 150 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 150 | 135 | +10.00% |
Is Murray Harbour a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Murray Harbour 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
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Townships Near Murray Harbour
- Murray River (7.0 km)
- Belfast (28.6 km)
- Annandale – Little Pond – Howe Bay (31.1 km)
- Souris West (43.5 km)
- Hazelbrook (43.6 km)
- Alexandra (43.8 km)
- Eastern Kings (44.1 km)
- St. Peters Bay (46.1 km)
- Mount Stewart (48.2 km)
- York (56.2 km)
- Brackley (58.5 km)
- Union Road (58.9 km)
- North Shore (60.2 km)
- Miltonvale Park (61.0 km)
- Warren Grove (61.5 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Murray Harbour has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The township median age is 57.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 57 57.20% | 59 58.80% | 1.70% | 58 57.60% |
| Average age of the population | 49 49.20% | 52 52.40% | 5.73% | 51 50.60% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10 6.70% | 20 14.80% | 50.00% | 35 12.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 20 13.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 30 10.70% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 10.00% | 15 11.10% | 0.00% | 30 10.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 15 10.00% | 10 7.40% | 33.33% | 25 8.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 6.70% | 10 7.40% | 0.00% | 20 7.10% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 3.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 20 7.10% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 6.70% | 5 3.70% | 50.00% | 15 5.40% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 3.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 15 5.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 3.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 3.30% | 5 3.70% | 0.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 3.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 20 to 24 years | 5 3.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 3.30% | 10 7.40% | 50.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 6.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 6.70% | 5 3.70% | 50.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 85 years and over | 0 0.00% | 10 7.40% | 100.00% | 10 3.60% |
| 10 to 14 years | 5 3.30% | 5 3.70% | 0.00% | 5 1.80% |
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 55.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 35.70% and 55.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Murray Harbour are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Murray Harbour
Population of Murray Harbour by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Murray Harbour is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Murray Harbour 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 Scottish, which accounts for 59.62% of the total population, followed by English (34.62%), Irish (23.08%), French (11.54%), and Canadian (9.62%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Welsh, Dutch, American, and Albanian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish | 53.33% | 68.18% | 59.62% |
| English | 30.00% | 45.45% | 34.62% |
| Irish | 23.33% | 27.27% | 23.08% |
| French | 13.33% | 9.09% | 11.54% |
| Canadian | 10.00% | 9.09% | 9.62% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.77% |
| Welsh | 10.00% | 0.00% | 5.77% |
| Dutch | 0.00% | 9.09% | 3.85% |
| American | 6.67% | 0.00% | 3.85% |
| Albanian | 0.00% | 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 Murray Harbour's population profile.
About 9.6% of Murray Harbour's population are immigrants (25 people).
The top countries of origin for Murray Harbour's immigrant population are United Kingdom (15), Haiti (0), Jamaica (0), Mexico (0), Peru (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 15 |
| Haiti | 0 |
| Jamaica | 0 |
| Mexico | 0 |
| Peru | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 135 of Murray Harbour's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 20.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.00%, 3.35%, and 1.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 60 | 20.00% |
| 2 persons | 60 | 20.00% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 5.00% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 3.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 1.65% |
Income in Murray Harbour
Analyzing income distribution in Murray Harbour can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Murray Harbour is $36,000.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Murray Harbour population or around 55 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 35 and 15 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Murray Harbour's median household income is $63,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Murray Harbour's median household income is 20,400 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 Murray Harbour
This data sheds light on the distribution of Murray Harbour 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.
52.55% or most of the Murray Harbour population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.15% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 21.30% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 16.50% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 90 | 90 | 180 | 52.55% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 60 | 15 | 85 | 26.15% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 30 | 70 | 21.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 35 | 15 | 55 | 16.50% |
Below national average 16.5% of Murray Harbour's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Murray Harbour
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Murray Harbour. 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 4.08% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 38.78% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.08% |
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 Murray Harbour's population (around 40.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Murray Harbour industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Murray Harbour is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Murray Harbour has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (41%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 9%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 40 | 0 | 41% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 9% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Murray Harbour residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Murray Harbour: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (41%), -33 Manufacturing (9%), -49 Transportation and warehousing (9%)
Top occupation categories in Murray Harbour: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (36%), Sales and service occupations (18%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (14%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 0 | 45 | 47.40% |
| Usual place of work | 25 | 25 | 45 | 47.40% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Murray Harbour 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 Murray Harbour residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Murray Harbour 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 66.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 16.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 11.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Murray Harbourshed 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 Murray Harbour's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Murray Harbour. About 280 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 280 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| 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 | 96.5% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Murray Harbour is predominantly Christian. About 180 of its population is Christian (110 males and 110 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 | 69.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Murray Harbour
Parks
Libraries
Community Centres
Green Spaces in Murray Harbour
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| King's Castle Provincial Park | Parks | — |
| Rail Head Park | Parks | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murray Harbour
According to the 2021 census, Murray Harbour has a population of approximately 282 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Murray Harbour increased by 9.30%.
Murray Harbour has a population density of approximately 72.30 people per square kilometre.
Murray Harbour covers a land area of approximately 3.90 km².
The median age of the population in Murray Harbour is 57.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Murray Harbour is Scottish.
The median household income in Murray Harbour is $63,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Murray Harbour.
Christian is the predominant religion in Murray Harbour.
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.