Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Fox Valley has a population of around 259 people. The village's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Fox Valley has increased by ▲ 4.02%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 249 | 259 | +4.02% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.79% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Fox Valley's population is projected to reach approximately 269 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 384.29 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 259 | 269 | 384.29 |
This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.
Fox Valley Population Trend & Context
Fox Valley had a 2021 census population of 259 — an increase of 10 (▲ 4.02%) people from the 249 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Saskatchewan villages. The village's median age of 41.2 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.
Population By Genders
The male population of Fox Valley is around 140 while the female population is around 120.
Of the 259 total population in Fox Valley, the largest gender is male with around 140 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 140 | 120 | +14.29% |
Is Fox Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Fox Valley compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, 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.
Fox Valley Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Fox Valley compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Fox Valley | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,000 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 41.2 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13.1% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Fox Valley has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 30 to 34 years old, accounting for 9.60% of the total population. The village median age is 41.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the village'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 69.20% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 19.20% and 13.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Fox Valley are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 71.40% | 66.70% | 69.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 25.00% | 30.00% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 15.00% | 35.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.90% | 25.00% | 19.20% |
| 65 years and over | 14.30% | 12.50% | 13.50% |
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Population of Fox Valley by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Fox Valley is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Fox Valley is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Fox Valley are German, which accounts for 55.56% of the total population, followed by Irish (14.81%), French (11.11%), Chinese (9.26%), and Canadian (7.41%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Fox Valley include Scottish, Russian, English, Ukrainian, and Norwegian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 56.25% | 47.83% | 55.56% |
| Irish | 12.50% | 17.39% | 14.81% |
| French | 6.25% | 17.39% | 11.11% |
| Chinese | 6.25% | 13.04% | 9.26% |
| Canadian | 9.38% | 0.00% | 7.41% |
| Scottish | 6.25% | 8.70% | 7.41% |
| Russian | 6.25% | 8.70% | 7.41% |
| English | 9.38% | 0.00% | 5.56% |
| Ukrainian | 6.25% | 0.00% | 3.70% |
| Norwegian | 6.25% | 0.00% | 3.70% |
Indigenous Identity in Fox Valley
About 0.00% of Fox Valley's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Fox Valley's population profile.
About 0.0% of Fox Valley's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Fox Valley's immigrant population are Lebanon (0), Syria (0), Turkey (0), China (0), Hong Kong (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Lebanon | 0 |
| Syria | 0 |
| Turkey | 0 |
| China | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 0 |
90.9% of Fox Valley's residents (250 people) are Canadian citizens, and 9.1% are not.
By generation status, 7.3% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 3.6% are second generation, and 87.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 95 of Fox Valley's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.05% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.35%, 4.35%, and 2.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 45 | 19.55% |
| 1 person | 30 | 13.05% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 4.35% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 4.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 2.15% |
Family and Household Structure in Fox Valley
Of census families in Fox Valley, 88.2% are couple families and 11.8% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
30.4% of households in Fox Valley are one-person households, 56.5% are couple-family households, 8.7% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 35 | 30.4% |
| Couple-family households | 65 | 56.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 10 | 8.7% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Fox Valley
Analyzing income distribution in Fox Valley can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Fox Valley is $39,200.
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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Fox Valley population or around 40 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 30 and 25 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Fox Valley's median household income is $73,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Fox Valley's median household income is 11,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the village'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 village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Fox Valley
This data sheds light on the distribution of Fox Valley 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.
56.30% or most of the Fox Valley population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 40.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 6.30% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 35 | 55 | 90 | 56.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 40 | 20 | 65 | 40.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 10 | 6.30% |
Below national average 12.5% of Fox Valley's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Fox Valley
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Fox Valley. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Fox Valley is at 6.67% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 63.64% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.67% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fox Valley, 40.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 28.9% worked part year and/or part time, and 28.9% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 90 | 40.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 65 | 28.9% |
| Did not work | 65 | 28.9% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Fox Valley's population (around 43.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 35 men and 25 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 60.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 35 | 25 | 60 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Fox Valley industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Fox Valley is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Fox Valley has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (27%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 35 | 0 | 27% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 13% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 10% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 10% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 7% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| Public administration | 10 | 0 | 7% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Fox Valley residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Fox Valley: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (27%), Retail trade (13%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (10%)
Top occupation categories in Fox Valley: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (23%), Sales and service occupations (20%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (13%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 | 45 | 45 | 90 | 64.30% |
| Worked at home | 20 | 10 | 25 | 17.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 0 | 25 | 17.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Fox Valley 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 Fox Valley residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Fox Valley spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 40.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 27.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 18.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 13.60% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 9.10% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Fox Valley shed 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Fox Valley's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights village'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 Fox Valley. About 255 people living in the village 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 | 255 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.0% of Fox Valley's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 255 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 2.0% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 94.1% | 98.0% |
| Non-official languages | 5.9% | 2.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Fox Valley is predominantly Christian. About 215 of its population is Christian (130 males and 85 females).
The second largest religion in the village 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 | 78.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Villages to Fox Valley
- Richmound 19.3 km · 118 people
- Golden Prairie 29.2 km · 30 people
- Mendham 36.3 km · 25 people
- Prelate 43.4 km · 116 people
- Sceptre 46.5 km · 78 people
- Lancer 56.4 km · 58 people
- Abbey 59.2 km · 100 people
- Hazlet 63.6 km · 90 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Fox Valley
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Fox Valley has a population of 259 people, making it the 514th village in Saskatchewan. The population increased moderately from 249 in 2016, an increase of 10 people or 4.02%. The village has a population density of 369.7 people per km² across a land area of 0.70 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Fox Valley's population grew by 4.02% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 249 to 259 people, a gain of 10 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Saskatchewan villages during this period. The median age of 41.20 years suggests a mature, established community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Fox Valley has a population density of approximately 369.70 people per square kilometre.
Fox Valley covers a land area of approximately 0.70 km².
The median age of the population in Fox Valley is 41.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Fox Valley is German.
The median household income in Fox Valley is $73,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Fox Valley.
Christian is the predominant religion in Fox Valley.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Fox Valley's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
90.9% of Fox Valley's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 12.5% of census families in Fox Valley, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Fox Valley, per the 2021 Census.
2.0% of Fox Valley's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fox Valley, 40.0% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.