Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Gander, Town
Gander (Town) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Gander (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 | 15.3% | 16.4% | 14.2% |
| 15 to 64 | 63.6% | 64.6% | 62.7% |
| 65 and over | 21.1% | 19.0% | 23.2% |
15.3%
In 2021, 1,815 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Gander (Town), representing respectively 15.3% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
63.6%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 63.6% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
21.1%
In 2021, 2,505 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Gander (Town), representing respectively 21.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Gander (Town), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Gander (Town), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Gander (Town), 2021
Average age for Gander (Town) and higher level geographies, 2021
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