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Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Melfort has a population of around 5,955 people. The city's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has decreased by -0.62%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 5,992 | 5,955 | --0.62% |
Population By Genders
The male population of Melfort is around 2,865 while the female population is around 3,090.
Of the 5,955 total population in Melfort, the largest gender is female with around 3,090 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,865 | 3,090 | -7.28% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Melfort has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 7.00% of the total population. The city median age is 42.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 210 7.30% | 205 6.60% | 2.38% | 415 7.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 180 6.30% | 185 6.00% | 2.70% | 370 6.20% |
| 5 to 9 years | 185 6.50% | 165 5.30% | 10.81% | 355 6.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 175 6.10% | 185 6.00% | 5.41% | 355 6.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 165 5.80% | 185 6.00% | 10.81% | 355 6.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 195 6.80% | 155 5.00% | 20.51% | 350 5.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 175 6.10% | 170 5.50% | 2.86% | 350 5.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 175 6.10% | 175 5.70% | 0.00% | 350 5.90% |
| 60 to 64 years | 160 5.60% | 185 6.00% | 13.51% | 345 5.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 190 6.60% | 150 4.90% | 21.05% | 335 5.60% |
| 65 to 69 years | 160 5.60% | 170 5.50% | 5.88% | 335 5.60% |
| 25 to 29 years | 175 6.10% | 150 4.90% | 14.29% | 325 5.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 145 5.10% | 185 6.00% | 21.62% | 325 5.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 140 4.90% | 175 5.70% | 20.00% | 315 5.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 155 5.40% | 160 5.20% | 3.13% | 310 5.20% |
| 85 years and over | 90 3.10% | 215 7.00% | 58.14% | 300 5.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 110 3.80% | 150 4.90% | 26.67% | 260 4.40% |
| 80 to 84 years | 85 3.00% | 120 3.90% | 29.17% | 200 3.40% |
| 85 to 89 years | 50 1.70% | 100 3.20% | 50.00% | 155 2.60% |
| 90 to 94 years | 30 1.00% | 85 2.80% | 64.71% | 115 1.90% |
| Average age of the population | 40 40.40% | 45 45.40% | 11.01% | 43 43.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the city'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 57.50% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 23.90% and 18.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Melfort are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 39.60% | 45.60% | 42.80% |
| 65 years and over | 20.40% | 27.20% | 23.90% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.20% | 17.00% | 18.60% |
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Population of Melfort by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Melfort is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Melfort 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 25.65% of the total population, followed by German (20.22%), Scottish (19.28%), Irish (17.21%), and Norwegian (15.32%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Ukrainian, French, Swedish, Canadian, and Filipino.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 23.94% | 27.21% | 25.65% |
| German | 17.73% | 22.37% | 20.22% |
| Scottish | 16.67% | 21.54% | 19.28% |
| Irish | 14.36% | 19.70% | 17.21% |
| Norwegian | 15.43% | 15.36% | 15.32% |
| Ukrainian | 14.18% | 13.69% | 13.86% |
| French | 10.46% | 11.69% | 11.02% |
| Swedish | 8.69% | 10.52% | 9.64% |
| Canadian | 9.04% | 9.02% | 8.95% |
| Filipino | 7.80% | 5.01% | 6.45% |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,775 of Melfort's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 17.75% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 17.00% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.85%, 5.75%, and 3.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 915 | 17.75% |
| 2 persons | 875 | 17.00% |
| 4 persons | 300 | 5.85% |
| 3 persons | 295 | 5.75% |
| 5 or more persons | 195 | 3.80% |
Income in Melfort
Analyzing income distribution in Melfort can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Melfort is $41,200.
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 city's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Melfort population or around 3,450 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 3,130 and 2,860 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Melfort's median household income is $71,500, according to 2020 data.
The data provides important insights into the city'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 city's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Melfort
This data sheds light on the distribution of Melfort 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.
51.35% or most of the Melfort population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.70% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.50% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,670 | 2,030 | 3,695 | 51.35% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,175 | 1,305 | 2,470 | 33.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 520 | 735 | 1,260 | 17.70% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 725 | 535 | 1,260 | 15.50% |
Employment in Melfort
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Melfort. 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 4.04% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 60.04% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.04% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the city who work as an employee. The majority of Melfort's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 260 men and 140 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 395.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 260 | 140 | 395 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Melfort industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Melfort is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Melfort has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the retail trade sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Manufacturing at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 240 | 270 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 70 | 390 | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 240 | 50 | 10% |
| Educational services | 35 | 170 | 7% |
| Public administration | 95 | 120 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 80 | 125 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 170 | 30 | 7% |
| Construction | 160 | 30 | 7% |
| Finance and insurance | 60 | 60 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 75 | 25 | 4% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 45 | 60 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 75 | 15 | 3% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 60 | 15 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 25 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 25 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 15 | 10 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 10 | 0 | 0% |
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the city. 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 | 1,110 | 1,215 | 2,320 | 82.00% |
| Worked at home | 140 | 115 | 260 | 9.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 195 | 50 | 240 | 8.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Melfort 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 Melfort residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Melfort spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the city's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the city.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 73.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 12.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.20% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Melfortshed 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 city's social fabric. We can gain insights into Melfort's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights city'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 Melfort. About 5,760 people living in the province speak English, 35 people speak French, 20 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 5,760 |
| French | 35 |
| Neither English nor French | 20 |
| English and French | 0 |
Religion
Melfort is predominantly Christian. About 3,500 of its population is Christian (1,655 males and 1,655 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 0.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 60.2% |
| Sikh | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |