In 2024, Nova Scotia’s total population reached 1,076,374, with Halifax (Census Metropolitan Area) home to 530,167 people. This means Halifax accounts for approximately 49.2% of the province’s entire population, underscoring its role as the economic, cultural, and political hub of Nova Scotia.
Halifax Statistics
- Population, 2021: 439,819
- Population, 2016: 403,131
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 9.1
- Total private dwellings: 200,473
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 190,512
- Population density per square kilometre: 80.3
- Land area in square kilometres: 5,475.57
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 16,765 | 3.9% |
| Chinese | 9,565 | 2.2% |
| Black | 20,565 | 4.8% |
| Filipino | 4,055 | 0.9% |
| Arab | 9,455 | 2.2% |
| Latin American | 2,255 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 1,860 | 0.4% |
| West Asian | 1,705 | 0.4% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 775 | 0.2% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 2,190 | 0.5% |
| Not a visible minority | 362,350 | 84.0% |
| Total | 431,585 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
As of 2024, Halifax CMA accounts for 49.2% of Nova Scotia’s total population, making it the province’s most populous and influential region.
The median age in Halifax CMA is 39.3 years, which is slightly younger than the provincial average, reflecting a large working-age population.
Yes. About 15.4% of Halifax’s population identifies as a visible minority, with notable Black, South Asian, Chinese, and Arab communities.
According to the 2021 Census, Halifax’s population density is 64 people per square kilometre, offering more space compared to Canada’s largest cities.
In 2021, Halifax had 211,789 private dwellings, with 201,138 occupied by usual residents, indicating a high occupancy rate.
Source:
- Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01 Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0005-01 Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas and census agglomerations
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0351-01 Visible minority by gender and age: Canada, provinces and territories
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