Springdale, Newfoundland and Labrador Population

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Springdale’s population in 2021: 2,965. That’s 6 fewer people than in 2016 (2,971), a -0.2% change. The town covers 17.46 km² with a population density of 169.8 people/km².

Population Growth Trends

Springdale’s population was essentially stable between 2016 and 2021. A net change of -6 residents equates to -0.2% over five years—flat compared with many rural Atlantic communities that saw modest declines or rebounds. With 1,424 total private dwellings and 1,285 occupied by usual residents, the occupancy rate is ~90.2%, leaving a small buffer in the housing stock.

Age Distribution

Median age: 53.6 (average age 49.4), pointing to an older population profile and significant senior presence.

Broad age groups

Age Group	Population	Percent
0–14 years	390	13.2%
15–64 years	1,630	55.0%
65+ years	940	31.7%

Takeaway: Nearly 1 in 3 residents are 65+, while children (0–14) make up 13.2% of the population.

Households & Dwellings

Springdale is predominantly low-density, ground-oriented housing with smaller household sizes.

Households & Housing Metric	Count / Value	Notes
Total private dwellings	1,424	All dwelling units
Occupied by usual residents	1,285	~90.2% of total
Average household size	2.2	Persons per household
Tenure: Owners	880	~68.5% of households
Tenure: Renters	405	~31.5% of households
Median monthly shelter cost (owned)	$540	25% sample
Median monthly shelter cost (rented)	$750	25% sample
Households spending ≥30% on shelter	210 of 1,280	~16.4% overall
Median value of dwellings	$180,000	25% sample
Average rooms per dwelling	6.7	25% sample

Demographics (Ethnicity & Identity)

Springdale is overwhelmingly English-speaking and non–visible-minority, with a small but present Indigenous community. Among the population in private households, about 3.0% (85 people) identify as Indigenous—primarily First Nations (50) and Métis (25), with Inuit (10). English is nearly universal as a home and work language.

Category	Count	Percent
Non-Indigenous identity	2,720	~97.0%
Indigenous identity (total)	85	~3.0%
— First Nations	50	~1.8%
— Métis	25	~0.9%
— Inuit	10	~0.4%
Not a visible minority	2,800	~99.8%
Visible minority	0	~0.0%

Denominators reflect 25% sample populations for identity and visible minority; percentages are approximate.

Income & Poverty

Springdale’s household and family incomes reflect a mix of senior and working households. Poverty metrics vary by measure; LIM-AT is higher, while LICO-AT is low.

Income Metric	Value
Median household income (2020)	$58,000
Median after-tax household income	$52,800
Median economic family income (2020)	$73,500
— Couple with children	$110,000
— Couple only	$64,500
— One-parent families	$52,800
Persons not in economic families (median income)	$26,800
Low income (LIM-AT, after-tax)	21.5% (≈600 people)
Low income (LICO-AT, after-tax)	2.7% (≈75 people)
Gini index (after-tax income)	0.275

Interpretation: LIM-AT suggests roughly 1 in 5 residents were in low income in 2020, concentrated among seniors (36%) and young children (20.8%). Housing costs appear manageable for most owners (6.3% spending ≥30%) but heavier for tenants (38.8%).

Education

Among residents aged 15+ (25% sample), credentials lean toward trades, college, and health-related programs; bachelor’s attainment is modest.

Highest Level (15+ population)	Count	Percent (approx.)
No certificate, diploma or degree	785	~33.5%
High school diploma/equivalency	590	~25.2%
Postsecondary (any)	975	~41.6%
— Postsecondary below bachelor level	755	~32.2%
— Bachelor’s degree or higher	225	~9.6%

Employment

In 2021, labour market participation was modest with noticeable unemployment, reflecting a mix of seasonal and service-sector work.

Labour Force Metric	Value
Participation rate	44.1%
Employment rate	37.3%
Unemployment rate	15.0%
Worked full-year, full-time (subset, 25% sample)	450 people

Leading industries (NAICS; employed labour force, 25% sample)

Industry	Count	Share
Health care & social assistance	215	~21.1%
Retail trade	155	~15.2%
Construction	105	~10.3%
Mining, quarrying, and oil & gas	95	~9.3%
Educational services	65	~6.4%
Agriculture/forestry/fishing/hunting	50	~4.9%
Professional, scientific & technical services	45	~4.4%
Transportation & warehousing	40	~3.9%
Manufacturing	40	~3.9%
Public administration	30	~2.9%

Occupations (NOC broad categories; 25% sample)

Occupation group	Count	Share
Trades, transport & equipment operators	240	~23.5%
Sales & service	230	~22.5%
Education, law, social, community & gov’t	145	~14.2%
Health occupations	145	~14.2%
Business, finance & administration	105	~10.3%

Commuting & Transportation

Springdale is a short-commute, car-oriented town with some walking to work and very little telework in 2021.

Place of work (employed 15+): 660 usually at a workplace, 160 with no fixed address, and 50 worked at home.

Mode of Commuting (usual/no fixed workplace)	Count	Percent
Car, truck or van (total)	755	~92.1%
— as a driver	685	~83.5%
— as a passenger	65	~7.9%
Walked	35	~4.3%
Public transit	0	0.0%
Bicycle	0	0.0%
Other method	25	~3.0%

Commute Duration	Count	Percent
< 15 minutes	605	~73.8%
15–29 minutes	105	~12.8%
30–44 minutes	30	~3.7%
45–59 minutes	15	~1.8%
60+ minutes	70	~8.5%

Conclusion

Springdale counted 2,965 residents in 2021—essentially unchanged (-0.2%) from 2016. The median age of 53.6 underscores an older age profile, while health care & social assistance and retail anchor local employment. Housing is largely owner-occupied with moderate shelter costs for owners but heavier burdens for some renters. A standout characteristic is the very short, car-based commute—nearly three-quarters of workers get to jobs in under 15 minutes.

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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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