Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Yorkton has a population of around 16,280 people. The city's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Yorkton has decreased by ▼ -0.39%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 16,343 | 16,280 | --0.39% |
2026 Population Projection
Yorkton's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 16,280 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Yorkton Population Trend & Context
Yorkton had a 2021 census population of 16,280 — a decline of 63 (▼ 0.39%) people from the 16,343 recorded in 2016.
The city's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Saskatchewan cities. The city'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 Yorkton is around 7,845 while the female population is around 8,435.
Of the 16,280 total population in Yorkton, the largest gender is female with around 8,435 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 7,845 | 8,435 | -6.99% |
Is Yorkton a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Yorkton 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.
Yorkton Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Yorkton compares to the city's key indicators:
| Indicator | Yorkton | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $76,000 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 7.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 41.2 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19.5% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 11.7% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Yorkton has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 6.50% of the total population. The city median age is 41.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 545 6.90% | 520 6.20% | 4.59% | 1,065 6.50% |
| 40 to 44 years | 510 6.50% | 545 6.50% | 6.42% | 1,050 6.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 495 6.30% | 540 6.40% | 8.33% | 1,040 6.40% |
| 55 to 59 years | 490 6.20% | 530 6.30% | 7.55% | 1,020 6.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 510 6.50% | 515 6.10% | 0.97% | 1,020 6.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 510 6.50% | 505 6.00% | 0.98% | 1,015 6.20% |
| 5 to 9 years | 490 6.20% | 500 5.90% | 2.00% | 990 6.10% |
| 15 to 19 years | 515 6.60% | 465 5.50% | 9.71% | 985 6.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 450 5.70% | 525 6.20% | 14.29% | 975 6.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 510 6.50% | 450 5.30% | 11.76% | 965 5.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 475 6.10% | 445 5.30% | 6.32% | 925 5.70% |
| 50 to 54 years | 440 5.60% | 475 5.60% | 7.37% | 920 5.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 445 5.70% | 430 5.10% | 3.37% | 875 5.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 395 5.00% | 455 5.40% | 13.19% | 845 5.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 350 4.50% | 415 4.90% | 15.66% | 765 4.70% |
| 85 years and over | 255 3.30% | 415 4.90% | 38.55% | 675 4.10% |
| 75 to 79 years | 235 3.00% | 360 4.30% | 34.72% | 595 3.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 220 2.80% | 335 4.00% | 34.33% | 555 3.40% |
| 85 to 89 years | 155 2.00% | 235 2.80% | 34.04% | 390 2.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 85 1.10% | 130 1.50% | 34.62% | 215 1.30% |
Broader Age Groups
If the city'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 60.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.10% and 18.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Yorkton are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 62.60% | 59.30% | 60.90% |
| 65 years and over | 18.50% | 23.50% | 21.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.90% | 17.20% | 18.00% |
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Population of Yorkton by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Yorkton is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Yorkton is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the city appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Yorkton are Ukrainian, which accounts for 30.17% of the total population, followed by German (22.23%), English (16.30%), Scottish (13.72%), and Irish (10.11%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Yorkton include Polish, Canadian, Filipino, French, and First Nations (North American Indian).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ukrainian | 29.58% | 30.76% | 30.17% |
| German | 22.76% | 21.76% | 22.23% |
| English | 16.45% | 16.11% | 16.30% |
| Scottish | 13.85% | 13.68% | 13.72% |
| Irish | 11.44% | 8.88% | 10.11% |
| Polish | 8.78% | 8.88% | 8.82% |
| Canadian | 8.13% | 7.84% | 8.01% |
| Filipino | 6.24% | 6.75% | 6.47% |
| French | 6.18% | 6.57% | 6.34% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 5.66% | 5.78% | 5.75% |
Indigenous Identity in Yorkton
About 12.91% of Yorkton's population (2,055 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 87.09% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 1,235 people (7.80% 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 Yorkton's population profile.
About 11.7% of Yorkton's population are immigrants (1,865 people).
The top countries of origin for Yorkton's immigrant population are Philippines (785), India (260), Ukraine (115), Nigeria (75), Jamaica (60).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 785 |
| India | 260 |
| Ukraine | 115 |
| Nigeria | 75 |
| Jamaica | 60 |
92.1% of Yorkton's residents (14,670 people) are Canadian citizens, and 7.8% are not.
By generation status, 14.2% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 11.7% are second generation, and 74.1% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 4,975 of Yorkton's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 17.15% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.05%, 5.90%, and 3.85%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 2,395 | 17.15% |
| 1 person | 2,385 | 17.10% |
| 3 persons | 845 | 6.05% |
| 4 persons | 820 | 5.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 535 | 3.85% |
Family and Household Structure in Yorkton
Of census families in Yorkton, 82.0% are couple families and 18.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.
34.2% of households in Yorkton are one-person households, 48.3% are couple-family households, 9.0% are one-parent-family households, and 1.3% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 2,385 | 34.2% |
| Couple-family households | 3,370 | 48.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 625 | 9.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 90 | 1.3% |
Income in Yorkton
Analyzing income distribution in Yorkton can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Yorkton is $42,400.
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 city's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Yorkton population or around 1,945 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 1,930 and 1,835 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Yorkton's median household income is $76,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Yorkton's median household income is 8,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the city'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 city's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Yorkton
This data sheds light on the distribution of Yorkton 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.
55.00% or most of the Yorkton population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 10.50% 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 | 1,930 | 2,435 | 4,370 | 55.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,400 | 1,330 | 2,730 | 34.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 540 | 300 | 835 | 10.50% |
Below national average 22.1% of Yorkton's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Yorkton
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Yorkton. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Yorkton is at 7.50% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 58.89% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.50% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Yorkton, 35.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 27.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 37.1% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 4,585 | 35.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 3,580 | 27.6% |
| Did not work | 4,825 | 37.1% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the city who work as an employee. The majority of Yorkton's population (around 75.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 515 men and 365 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 880.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 515 | 365 | 880 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Yorkton industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Yorkton is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Yorkton has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 15%, followed by Manufacturing at 8%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 315 | 1,260 | 19% |
| Retail trade | 645 | 610 | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 525 | 160 | 8% |
| Accommodation and food services | 260 | 360 | 8% |
| Educational services | 150 | 355 | 6% |
| Construction | 395 | 40 | 5% |
| Public administration | 170 | 215 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 280 | 55 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 165 | 145 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 90 | 180 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 145 | 120 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 150 | 115 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 190 | 60 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 180 | 40 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 90 | 130 | 3% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 200 | 0 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 70 | 45 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 50 | 50 | 1% |
| Utilities | 40 | 30 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Yorkton residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Yorkton: Health care and social assistance (19%), Retail trade (15%), Manufacturing (8%)
Top occupation categories in Yorkton: Sales and service occupations (30%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (17%), Business, finance and administration occupations (13%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the city. 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 | 2,960 | 3,210 | 6,165 | 80.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 615 | 225 | 840 | 11.00% |
| Worked at home | 300 | 335 | 640 | 8.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Yorkton 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 Yorkton residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Yorkton spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the city's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the city.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 75.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 12.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 5.60% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 4.60% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Yorkton 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 city's social fabric. We can gain insights into Yorkton's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights city'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 Yorkton. About 15,890 people living in the city speak English, 65 people speak French, 50 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 20 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 15,890 |
| French | 65 |
| Neither English nor French | 50 |
| English and French | 20 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.9% of Yorkton's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 96.8% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.3% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 15,505 | 96.8% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 460 | 2.9% |
| Neither English nor French | 55 | 0.3% |
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 | 83.8% | 91.4% |
| Non-official languages | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| French | 0.4% | 0.0% |
Religion
Yorkton is predominantly Christian. About 9,965 of its population is Christian (4,550 males and 5,415 females).
The second largest religion in the city is Hindu with 2.1% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 1.2% and 0.8% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.1% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 62.6% |
| Hindu | 2.1% |
| Islam | 1.2% |
| Sikh | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yorkton
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Yorkton has a population of 16,280 people, making it the 6th city in Saskatchewan. The population declined slightly from 16,343 in 2016, a decrease of 63 people or 0.39%. The city has a population density of 449.8 people per km² across a land area of 36.19 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Yorkton's population declined by 0.39% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 16,343 to 16,280 people, a loss of 63 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Saskatchewan cities during this period. The median age of 41.20 years suggests a mature, established community. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (34.2%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Yorkton has a population density of approximately 449.80 people per square kilometre.
Yorkton covers a land area of approximately 36.19 km².
The median age of the population in Yorkton is 41.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Yorkton is Ukrainian.
The median household income in Yorkton is $76,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Yorkton.
Christian is the predominant religion in Yorkton.
According to the 2021 Census, 12.9% of Yorkton's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
92.1% of Yorkton's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 18.0% of census families in Yorkton, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 1.3% of all households in Yorkton, per the 2021 Census.
2.9% of Yorkton'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 Yorkton, 35.3% 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.