Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Sagamok has a population of around 1,110 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Sagamok has decreased by -2.63%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,140 | 1,110 | --2.63% |
2026 Population Projection
Sagamok's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,110 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Sagamok is around 530 while the female population is around 580.
Of the 1,110 total population in Sagamok, the largest gender is female with around 580 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 530 | 580 | -8.62% |
Is Sagamok a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Sagamok compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Indian Reserves Near Sagamok
- Sucker Creek 23 (22.6 km)
- Serpent River 7 (26.5 km)
- Whitefish River 4 (30.3 km)
- Sheguiandah 24 (33.8 km)
- Wikwemikong Unceded (57.3 km)
- Sheshegwaning 20 (61.8 km)
- Zhiibaahaasing 19A (63.6 km)
- Whitefish Lake 6 (65.7 km)
- Mississagi River 8 (67.0 km)
- Point Grondine 3 (75.4 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Sagamok has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 12.60% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 31.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 to 9 years | 55 10.40% | 80 13.80% | 31.25% | 140 12.60% |
| 25 to 29 years | 55 10.40% | 45 7.80% | 18.18% | 95 8.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 35 6.60% | 60 10.30% | 41.67% | 90 8.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 40 7.50% | 40 6.90% | 0.00% | 80 7.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 45 8.50% | 25 4.30% | 44.44% | 75 6.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 40 7.50% | 35 6.00% | 12.50% | 75 6.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 35 6.60% | 35 6.00% | 0.00% | 75 6.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 30 5.70% | 40 6.90% | 25.00% | 70 6.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 30 5.70% | 35 6.00% | 14.29% | 65 5.90% |
| 30 to 34 years | 25 4.70% | 35 6.00% | 28.57% | 60 5.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 30 5.70% | 20 3.40% | 33.33% | 50 4.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15 2.80% | 35 6.00% | 57.14% | 50 4.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25 4.70% | 20 3.40% | 20.00% | 50 4.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 30 5.70% | 15 2.60% | 50.00% | 45 4.10% |
| Average age of the population | 35 35.30% | 37 37.00% | 5.41% | 36 36.20% |
| Median age of the population | 30 29.80% | 34 33.60% | 11.90% | 32 31.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15 2.80% | 20 3.40% | 25.00% | 30 2.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 1.90% | 15 2.60% | 33.33% | 30 2.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 0.90% | 10 1.70% | 50.00% | 20 1.80% |
| 85 years and over | 5 0.90% | 10 1.70% | 50.00% | 15 1.40% |
Broader Age Groups
If the indian reserve's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 60.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 25.20% and 14.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Sagamok are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 12.30% | 16.40% | 14.40% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Sagamok
Population of Sagamok by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Sagamok is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Sagamok is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are Ojibway, which accounts for 69.27% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (20.64%), Anishinaabe (3.67%), Cree (1.83%), and French (1.83%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Canadian, Scottish, Polish, and Vietnamese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ojibway | 68.57% | 69.03% | 69.27% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 21.90% | 19.47% | 20.64% |
| Anishinaabe | 3.81% | 3.54% | 3.67% |
| Cree | 2.86% | 1.77% | 1.83% |
| French | 1.90% | 1.77% | 1.83% |
| German | 2.86% | 1.77% | 1.83% |
| Canadian | 1.90% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
| Scottish | 1.90% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
| Polish | 2.86% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
| Vietnamese | 1.90% | 0.00% | 0.92% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Sagamok's population profile.
About 0.0% of Sagamok's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Sagamok's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 300 of Sagamok's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 13.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.00% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 9.75%, 7.80%, and 6.50%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 100 | 13.00% |
| 2 persons | 100 | 13.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 75 | 9.75% |
| 3 persons | 60 | 7.80% |
| 4 persons | 50 | 6.50% |
Income in Sagamok
Analyzing income distribution in Sagamok can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Sagamok is $27,000.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Sagamok population or around 125 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 125 and 95 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Sagamok's median household income is $49,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Sagamok's median household income is 34,400 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the indian reserve's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Sagamok
This data sheds light on the distribution of Sagamok residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
41.45% or most of the Sagamok population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 32.45% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 26.60% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 6.25% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 215 | 330 | 535 | 41.45% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 235 | 195 | 435 | 32.45% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 195 | 155 | 350 | 26.60% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25 | 50 | 80 | 6.25% |
Below national average 6.3% of Sagamok's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Sagamok
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Sagamok. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 5.56% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 35.80% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.56% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Sagamok's population (around 63.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Sagamok industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Sagamok is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Sagamok has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 19%, followed by Educational services at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 30 | 40 | 21% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 50 | 19% |
| Educational services | 10 | 35 | 13% |
| Construction | 25 | 10 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 10 | 6% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 10 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 10 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Sagamok residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Sagamok: Public administration (21%), Health care and social assistance (19%), Educational services (13%)
Top occupation categories in Sagamok: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Sales and service occupations (18%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the indian reserve. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 65 | 135 | 200 | 67.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 50 | 10 | 60 | 20.30% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 15 | 30 | 10.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Sagamok residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Sagamok residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Sagamok spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 61.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 11.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 9.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 7.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.80% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Sagamokshed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Sagamok's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights indian reserve's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Sagamok. About 1,100 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 1,100 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 73.0% | 88.3% |
| Non-official languages | 19.4% | 9.5% |
| French | 0.5% | 0.0% |
Religion
Sagamok is predominantly Christian. About 625 of its population is Christian (300 males and 300 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 57.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Sagamok
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sagamok
According to the 2021 census, Sagamok has a population of approximately 1,110 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Sagamok decreased by 2.63%.
Sagamok has a population density of approximately 11.50 people per square kilometre.
Sagamok covers a land area of approximately 96.83 km².
The median age of the population in Sagamok is 31.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Sagamok is Ojibway.
The median household income in Sagamok is $49,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Sagamok.
Christian is the predominant religion in Sagamok.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.