Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Nova Scotia, Province
Nova Scotia – Age distribution, 2001 to 2021
Nova Scotia – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 14.1% | 14.9% | 13.4% |
| 15 to 64 | 63.7% | 64.2% | 63.2% |
| 65 and over | 22.2% | 21.0% | 23.4% |
14.1%
In 2021, 136,710 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Nova Scotia, representing respectively 14.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
63.7%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 63.7% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
22.2%
In 2021, 215,325 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Nova Scotia, representing respectively 22.2% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Nova Scotia, 2001 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Nova Scotia, 2001 to 2021
Proportion (in percentage) of the population aged 65 and over, Canada, provinces and territories, 2016 and 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Nova Scotia, 2021
Average age, Canada and Nova Scotia, 1851 to 2021
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