Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Caronport has a population of around 1,033 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Caronport has increased by 3.92%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 994 | 1,033 | +3.92% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.77% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Caronport's population is projected to reach approximately 1,074 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 590.11 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,033 | 1,074 | 590.11 |
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 Caronport is around 515 while the female population is around 525.
Of the 1,033 total population in Caronport, the largest gender is female with around 525 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 515 | 525 | +1.90% |
Is Caronport a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Caronport compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, 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 Villages Near Caronport
- Mortlach (17.8 km)
- Marquis (19.5 km)
- Tuxford (21.2 km)
- Brownlee (34.3 km)
- Eyebrow (44.9 km)
- Findlater (47.2 km)
- Belle Plaine (47.3 km)
- Chamberlain (47.4 km)
- Briercrest (50.9 km)
- Drinkwater (51.3 km)
- Bethune (51.5 km)
- Coderre (53.9 km)
- Aylesbury (54.4 km)
- Tugaske (57.1 km)
- Disley (57.8 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Caronport has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 12.10% of the total population. The village median age is 27.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 to 9 years | 65 12.60% | 55 10.50% | 15.38% | 125 12.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 50 9.70% | 45 8.60% | 10.00% | 100 9.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 50 9.70% | 40 7.60% | 20.00% | 90 8.70% |
| 20 to 24 years | 35 6.80% | 55 10.50% | 36.36% | 85 8.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 35 6.80% | 40 7.60% | 12.50% | 80 7.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 40 7.80% | 35 6.70% | 12.50% | 70 6.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 35 6.80% | 35 6.70% | 0.00% | 70 6.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 35 6.80% | 35 6.70% | 0.00% | 70 6.80% |
| 35 to 39 years | 30 5.80% | 40 7.60% | 25.00% | 65 6.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 35 6.80% | 25 4.80% | 28.57% | 60 5.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20 3.90% | 20 3.80% | 0.00% | 40 3.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 20 3.90% | 25 4.80% | 20.00% | 40 3.90% |
| 60 to 64 years | 20 3.90% | 20 3.80% | 0.00% | 40 3.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15 2.90% | 20 3.80% | 25.00% | 35 3.40% |
| Average age of the population | 32 32.20% | 33 32.60% | 0.00% | 32 32.40% |
| Median age of the population | 28 27.60% | 28 28.00% | 3.57% | 28 27.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10 1.90% | 15 2.90% | 33.33% | 25 2.40% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 1.90% | 10 1.90% | 0.00% | 15 1.40% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 1.00% | 5 1.00% | 0.00% | 15 1.40% |
| 85 years and over | 5 1.00% | 5 1.00% | 0.00% | 10 1.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the village'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 62.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 28.50% and 9.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Caronport are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 9.70% | 8.60% | 9.20% |
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Population of Caronport by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Caronport is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Caronport 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 German, which accounts for 35.47% of the total population, followed by English (33.50%), Scottish (20.69%), Canadian (15.27%), and Mennonite (12.32%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, Norwegian, French, Dutch, and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 37.37% | 31.73% | 35.47% |
| English | 35.35% | 31.73% | 33.50% |
| Scottish | 23.23% | 17.31% | 20.69% |
| Canadian | 16.16% | 15.38% | 15.27% |
| Mennonite | 13.13% | 11.54% | 12.32% |
| Irish | 13.13% | 11.54% | 11.82% |
| Norwegian | 7.07% | 10.58% | 8.37% |
| French | 5.05% | 9.62% | 7.39% |
| Dutch | 6.06% | 7.69% | 7.39% |
| Ukrainian | 3.03% | 9.62% | 5.91% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Caronport's population profile.
About 4.4% of Caronport's population are immigrants (45 people).
The top countries of origin for Caronport's immigrant population are United States of America (20), India (0), Pakistan (0), Sri Lanka (0), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 20 |
| India | 0 |
| Pakistan | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 0 |
| Brazil | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 250 of Caronport's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 16.40% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 11.20% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.95%, 6.70%, and 6.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 110 | 16.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 75 | 11.20% |
| 1 person | 60 | 8.95% |
| 3 persons | 45 | 6.70% |
| 4 persons | 45 | 6.70% |
Income in Caronport
Analyzing income distribution in Caronport can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Caronport is $34,800.
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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Caronport population or around 130 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 95 and 85 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Caronport's median household income is $75,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Caronport's median household income is 9,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the village'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 village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Caronport
This data sheds light on the distribution of Caronport 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.
74.40% or most of the Caronport population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 42.20% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 16.25% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 400 | 480 | 885 | 74.40% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 270 | 225 | 495 | 42.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 100 | 100 | 200 | 16.25% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 75 | 45 | 115 | 8.80% |
Above national average 42.2% of Caronport's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Caronport
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Caronport. 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 7.53% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 54.11% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.53% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Caronport's population (around 57.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 10 men and 40 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 55.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 40 | 55 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Caronport industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Caronport is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Caronport has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (44%) works in the educational services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 12%, followed by Construction at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational services | 115 | 85 | 44% |
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 40 | 12% |
| Construction | 30 | 15 | 10% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 25 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 20 | 10 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 10 | 4% |
| Public administration | 10 | 10 | 3% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Caronport residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Caronport: Educational services (44%), Health care and social assistance (12%), Construction (10%)
Top occupation categories in Caronport: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (18%), Business, finance and administration occupations (12%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 | 155 | 135 | 295 | 74.70% |
| Worked at home | 35 | 35 | 70 | 17.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 15 | 35 | 8.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Caronport 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 Caronport residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Caronport spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 67.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 26.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 7.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 3.10% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Caronportshed 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Caronport's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights village'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 Caronport. About 1,030 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 | 1,030 |
| 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 | 93.7% | 98.5% |
| Non-official languages | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Caronport is predominantly Christian. About 890 of its population is Christian (425 males and 425 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 | 88.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Caronport
Parks
Green Spaces in Caronport
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Appleby Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Spray Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Caronport
According to the 2021 census, Caronport has a population of approximately 1,033 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Caronport increased by 3.92%.
Caronport has a population density of approximately 566.30 people per square kilometre.
Caronport covers a land area of approximately 1.82 km².
The median age of the population in Caronport is 27.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Caronport is German.
The median household income in Caronport is $75,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Caronport.
Christian is the predominant religion in Caronport.
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.