Black River 9, Manitoba Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Black River 9 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Black River 9. It is a indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 9.23 km2. The indian reserve has a population density of 53.90 people per km2.

We highlight the Black River 9 indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Black River 9 on the Map

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Black River 9 location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Black River 9 has a population of around 498 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Black River 9 has decreased by -28.65%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
698498 --28.65%

2026 Population Projection

Black River 9's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 498 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Black River 9 is around 230 while the female population is around 265.

Of the 498 total population in Black River 9, the largest gender is female with around 265 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
230265 -13.21%

Is Black River 9 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Black River 9 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

28.6%
Unemployment rate
20.3 pts above the province
23.8%
Employment rate
35.3 pts below the province
33.3%
Participation rate
31.1 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$29,000
Median household income
$50,500 below the province
67.6%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
53.4 pts above the province

Commute

85.7%
Commute under 30 minutes
12.5 pts above the province
85.7%
Commute by car
0.4 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

93.1%
Single-detached houses
26.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
24.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.40 people
Average household size
0.90people above the province
13.8%
One-person households
14.4 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Other Indian Reserves Near Black River 9

Population by Age Characteristics

Black River 9 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 16.00% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 20.80.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
5 to 9 years40 17.40%40 15.10% 0.00%80 16.00%
15 to 19 years20 8.70%35 13.20% 42.86%60 12.00%
0 to 4 years25 10.90%30 11.30% 16.67%55 11.00%
10 to 14 years20 8.70%30 11.30% 33.33%50 10.00%
20 to 24 years20 8.70%20 7.50% 0.00%40 8.00%
35 to 39 years15 6.50%25 9.40% 40.00%40 8.00%
25 to 29 years20 8.70%15 5.70% 25.00%30 6.00%
40 to 44 years15 6.50%10 3.80% 33.33%30 6.00%
50 to 54 years15 6.50%15 5.70% 0.00%30 6.00%
Average age of the population25 25.40%27 26.50% 3.77%26 26.00%
30 to 34 years10 4.30%15 5.70% 33.33%25 5.00%
Median age of the population21 21.20%21 20.60% 4.72%21 20.80%
45 to 49 years10 4.30%10 3.80% 0.00%20 4.00%
55 to 59 years5 2.20%10 3.80% 50.00%15 3.00%
60 to 64 years5 2.20%5 1.90% 0.00%10 2.00%
65 to 69 years5 2.20%5 1.90% 0.00%10 2.00%
70 to 74 years0 0.00%5 1.90% 100.00%5 1.00%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%

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 59.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 37.00% and 59.00%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Black River 9 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Black River 9

Population of Black River 9 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Black River 9 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Black River 9 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 56.57% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (31.31%), English (4.04%), Cree (4.04%), and North American Indigenous (3.03%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Anishinaabe, Manitoban, Saulteaux, Canadian, and Irish.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Ojibway54.35%56.60%56.57%
First Nations (North American Indian)34.78%28.30%31.31%
English0.00%3.77%4.04%
Cree0.00%5.66%4.04%
North American Indigenous4.35%3.77%3.03%
Anishinaabe4.35%3.77%3.03%
Manitoban4.35%5.66%3.03%
Saulteaux0.00%0.00%2.02%
Canadian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Irish0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Black River 9's population profile.

About 0.0% of Black River 9's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Black River 9's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 135 of Black River 9's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 13.80% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.80% of the population. 5 or more persons, 1 person, and 4 persons households account for 12.05%, 6.90%, and 5.15%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons4013.80%
3 persons4013.80%
5 or more persons3512.05%
1 person206.90%
4 persons155.15%

Income in Black River 9

Analyzing income distribution in Black River 9 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Black River 9 is $17,600.

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 Black River 9 population or around 100 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 15 and 10 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Black River 9's median household income is $29,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Black River 9's median household income is 55,000 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 Black River 9

This data sheds light on the distribution of Black River 9 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.

48.70% or most of the Black River 9 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 28.05% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 25.30% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 4.90% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
No certificate, diploma or degree14011525548.70%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate509514528.05%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree506512525.30%
Bachelor's degree or higher1010254.90%

Below national average 4.9% of Black River 9's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Black River 9

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Black River 9. 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 9.52% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate23.81%
Unemployment rate9.52%

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 Black River 9's population (around 60.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed000

Employment Industry Sectors

The Black River 9 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Black River 9 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Black River 9 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 25%, followed by Educational services at 20%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance101525%
Public administration101025%
Educational services101520%
Utilities10010%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Construction000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Retail trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Black River 9 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Black River 9: Health care and social assistance (25%), Public administration (25%), Educational services (20%)

Top occupation categories in Black River 9: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (35%), Sales and service occupations (15%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%)

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work25356080.00%
Worked at home0000.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%
No fixed workplace address10000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Black River 9 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 Black River 9 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Black River 9 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes71.40%
15 to 29 minutes14.30%
30 to 44 minutes14.30%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Black River 9shed 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 Black River 9's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
43.55%
Married or living common-law
56.45%

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 Black River 9. About 500 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English500
French0
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English93.0%98.0%
Non-official languages5.0%1.0%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Black River 9 is predominantly Christian. About 195 of its population is Christian (95 males and 95 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian39.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%
Buddhist0.0%

Points of Interest in Black River 9

Schools

Community Centres

Frequently Asked Questions about Black River 9

According to the 2021 census, Black River 9 has a population of approximately 498 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Black River 9 decreased by 28.65%.

Black River 9 has a population density of approximately 53.90 people per square kilometre.

Black River 9 covers a land area of approximately 9.23 km².

The median age of the population in Black River 9 is 20.80 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Black River 9 is Ojibway.

The median household income in Black River 9 is $29,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Black River 9.

Christian is the predominant religion in Black River 9.

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.