Labrador City, Newfoundland and Labrador Population

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Labrador City’s population in 2021 is 7,412, up 192 people (+2.7%) from 7,220 in 2016. The town covers 34.11 km² with a population density of 217.3 persons/km². Quick snapshot: median age 38.4, average age 37.8, 3,368 total private dwellings with 3,070 occupied.

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Population Growth Trends

Labrador City posted modest growth between 2016 and 2021, adding 192 residents as the community stabilized after prior declines. With an average household size of 2.4, the town’s housing stock is largely occupied and supports local workforce needs.

Growth Metric	2016	2021	Change	% Change
Population	7,220	7,412	+192	+2.7%

Land & Density	Value
Land area (km²)	34.11
Population density (per km²)	217.3

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Age Distribution

Median age: 38.4 years.

Age Group	Population	Percent
0–14 years	1,350	18.2%
15–64 years	5,230	70.5%
65+ years	830	11.2%

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Households & Dwellings

Labrador City has a compact housing market with a high occupancy rate.

Housing Indicator	Count	Percent / Notes
Total private dwellings	3,368	—
Occupied by usual residents	3,070	91.2% of dwellings
Average household size	—	2.4 persons
Population density	—	217.3/km²

Dwelling Structure (occupied private dwellings):

Type	Count	Share of occupied
Single-detached house	1,550	50.5%
Semi-detached house	515	16.8%
Row house	335	10.9%
Apartment (<5 storeys)	310	10.1%
Apartment (5+ storeys)	95	3.1%
Apartment/flat in duplex	15	0.5%
Other single-attached	5	0.2%
Movable dwelling	245	8.0%

Tenure & Shelter Costs (25% sample):

Indicator	Value
Owner households	2,380 (≈77.5%)
Renter households	685 (≈22.3%)
Median monthly shelter cost (owner)	$1,250
Median monthly shelter cost (renter)	$1,000
Owner households with a mortgage	67.6%
Households spending ≥30% on shelter (owners)	2.9%
Households spending ≥30% on shelter (tenants)	14.6%
Median value of dwellings	$300,000

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Demographics (Race / Ethnicity)

Labrador City is majority non-visible minority with a growing immigrant and visible-minority community, led by Filipino and South Asian residents. Indigenous Peoples also represent a meaningful share of the population.

Visible Minority (population in private households; 25% sample):

Group	Population	Percent
Not a visible minority	6,800	92.0%
Total visible minority	595	8.1%
— Filipino	365	4.9%
— South Asian	125	1.7%
— Latin American	30	0.4%
— West Asian	25	0.3%
— Black	20	0.3%
— Arab	15	0.2%
— Multiple visible minorities	20	0.3%

Indigenous Identity (population in private households; 25% sample):

Group	Population	Percent
Any Indigenous identity	745	10.1%
— First Nations	270	3.7%
— Métis	265	3.6%
— Inuit	185	2.5%
Non-Indigenous identity	6,645	89.9%

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Income & Poverty

Household incomes in Labrador City are among the strongest in Atlantic Canada, reflecting high full-time wages in trades and resource industries.

Income Metric (2020)	Value
Median household income (total)	$147,000
Median household income (after-tax)	$113,000
Median income – one-person households	$74,000
Median income – 2+ person households	$170,000 (after-tax: $132,000)
Median total income – economic families	$168,000 (after-tax: $131,000)
Median – couple with children (economic family)	$200,000
Median – couple-only (economic family)	$152,000
Median – one-parent economic families	$95,000
Median total income – persons 15+ not in families	$67,000

Poverty (LIM-AT, 2020; population in private households):

Group	Rate
All persons	4.6%
Ages 0–17	6.0%
Ages 18–64	3.7%
Ages 65+	7.2%

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Education

Most adults have postsecondary credentials, with strong representation in trades and college programs aligned to the local labour market.

Education (15+; 25% sample)	Count	Percent
No certificate/diploma/degree	690	11.5%
High school or equivalent	1,605	26.8%
Postsecondary (any)	3,695	61.6%
— Apprenticeship or trades	1,295	21.6%
— College/CEGEP/other non-university	1,565	26.1%
— University below bachelor	70	1.2%
— Bachelor’s degree or higher	770	12.8%

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Employment

Labrador City has high participation and employment rates, with mining and trades dominating.

Labour Force (15+; 25% sample)	Value
In the labour force	4,355
Employed	4,115
Unemployed	240
Participation rate	72.6%
Employment rate	68.6%
Unemployment rate	5.5%

Leading Industries (NAICS; share of employed labour force in industries = 4,305):

Industry	Workers	Share
Mining, quarrying, and oil & gas	1,830	42.5%
Retail trade	465	10.8%
Health care & social assistance	330	7.7%
Accommodation & food services	255	5.9%
Other services (except public administration)	200	4.6%
Construction	210	4.9%
Public administration	135	3.1%
Transportation & warehousing	135	3.1%
Manufacturing	110	2.6%

Occupations (NOC broad categories; share of employed in occupations = 4,305):

Occupation Group	Workers	Share
Trades, transport & equipment operators	1,505	35.0%
Sales & service	970	22.5%
Natural resources & related production	445	10.3%
Business, finance & administration	460	10.7%
Natural & applied sciences	295	6.9%
Education, law, social, community & government services	255	5.9%

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Commuting & Transportation

Driving is the dominant way to get to work, with mostly short commutes.

Main Mode of Commuting (usual place or no fixed workplace)	Count	Share
Car, truck or van (driver or passenger)	3,805	95.7%
— as a driver	3,620	—
— as a passenger	185	—
Walked	125	3.1%
Public transit	15	0.4%
Bicycle	10	0.3%
Other method	20	0.5%

Commuting Duration	Count	Share
< 15 minutes	2,800	70.4%
15–29 minutes	1,045	26.3%
30–44 minutes	110	2.8%
45–59 minutes	10	0.3%
60 minutes and over	0	0.0%

Place of Work Status (employed 15+)	Count	Share
Usual place of work	3,625	88.1%
No fixed workplace	355	8.6%
Worked at home	135	3.3%

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Conclusion

Labrador City’s population grew to 7,412 in 2021 (+2.7%), with a median age of 38.4 and strong postsecondary and trades credentials. The town is characterized by high household incomes and very low poverty relative to national norms. A defining feature is its resource-driven labour market, where mining accounts for ~43% of industry employment, supporting short commutes and a largely owner-occupied housing market.

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Source:

• Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
• Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01  Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries

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