Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Harbour Breton, Town
Harbour Breton (Town) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Harbour Breton (Town) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 12.2% | 11.8% | 12.5% |
| 15 to 64 | 63.4% | 64.6% | 61.8% |
| 65 and over | 25.1% | 24.3% | 25.7% |
12.2%
In 2021, 180 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Harbour Breton (Town), representing respectively 12.2% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
63.4%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 63.4% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
25.1%
In 2021, 370 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Harbour Breton (Town), representing respectively 25.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Harbour Breton (Town), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Harbour Breton (Town), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Harbour Breton (Town), 2021
Average age for Harbour Breton (Town) and higher level geographies, 2021
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