Brome, Quebec Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Brome. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 11.56 km2. The village has a population density of 29.50 people per km2.

We highlight the Brome village's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Brome on the Map

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Brome location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Brome has a population of around 341 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Brome has increased by 15.20%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
296341 +15.20%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.87% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Brome's population is projected to reach approximately 393 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 34.00 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
34139334.00

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.

Population By Genders

The male population of Brome is around 175 while the female population is around 170.

Of the 341 total population in Brome, the largest gender is male with around 175 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
175170 +2.86%

Is Brome a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

0.0%
Unemployment rate
7.6 pts below the province
48.3%
Employment rate
11.0 pts below the province
50.0%
Participation rate
14.1 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$67,000
Median household income
$5,500 below the province
16.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
4.1 pts above the province

Commute

78.3%
Commute under 30 minutes
12.0 pts above the province
87.0%
Commute by car
4.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.0 pts below the province

Housing Character

93.3%
Single-detached houses
48.7 pts above the province
6.7%
Apartments (any building size)
39.7 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.30 people
Average household size
0.10people above the province
26.7%
One-person households
8.4 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Brome has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 11.60% of the total population. The village median age is 54.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population56 55.60%54 54.00% 1.80%54 54.40%
Average age of the population48 48.00%48 48.40% 0.00%48 48.20%
60 to 64 years25 14.30%15 8.80% 40.00%40 11.60%
55 to 59 years20 11.40%20 11.80% 0.00%35 10.10%
65 to 69 years15 8.60%25 14.70% 40.00%35 10.10%
50 to 54 years15 8.60%15 8.80% 0.00%30 8.70%
70 to 74 years15 8.60%10 5.90% 33.33%25 7.20%
5 to 9 years15 8.60%10 5.90% 33.33%20 5.80%
35 to 39 years10 5.70%10 5.90% 0.00%20 5.80%
10 to 14 years5 2.90%10 5.90% 50.00%15 4.30%
40 to 44 years5 2.90%10 5.90% 50.00%15 4.30%
45 to 49 years5 2.90%10 5.90% 50.00%15 4.30%
75 to 79 years10 5.70%10 5.90% 0.00%15 4.30%
0 to 4 years5 2.90%5 2.90% 0.00%10 2.90%
15 to 19 years5 2.90%5 2.90% 0.00%10 2.90%
20 to 24 years5 2.90%5 2.90% 0.00%10 2.90%
25 to 29 years5 2.90%0 0.00% 100.00%10 2.90%
30 to 34 years0 0.00%5 2.90% 100.00%10 2.90%
80 to 84 years5 2.90%5 2.90% 0.00%10 2.90%

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 58.00% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 26.10% and 58.00%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Brome

Population of Brome by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Brome is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Brome 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 Canadian, which accounts for 28.99% of the total population, followed by English (23.19%), Irish (21.74%), French (18.84%), and Scottish (13.04%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Russian, Polish, Danish, and British Isles.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian29.73%29.03%28.99%
English21.62%29.03%23.19%
Irish24.32%22.58%21.74%
French18.92%16.13%18.84%
Scottish16.22%9.68%13.04%
German0.00%16.13%8.70%
Russian5.41%9.68%7.25%
Polish5.41%9.68%7.25%
Danish5.41%0.00%4.35%
British Isles0.00%6.45%2.90%

Immigration Profile

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

About 8.7% of Brome's population are immigrants (30 people).

The top countries of origin for Brome's immigrant population are France (20), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
France20
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 140 of Brome's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.35% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.00%, 5.00%, and 3.35%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons7525.00%
1 person4013.35%
3 persons155.00%
4 persons155.00%
5 or more persons103.35%

Income in Brome

Analyzing income distribution in Brome can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Brome is $35,600.

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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Brome population or around 50 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 40 and 30 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Brome's median household income is $67,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Brome's median household income is 17,000 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 Brome

This data sheds light on the distribution of Brome 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.

53.20% or most of the Brome population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.35% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.80% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.90% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree13512526053.20%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate658014530.35%
Bachelor's degree or higher605511523.80%
No certificate, diploma or degree60258015.90%

Below national average 23.8% of Brome's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Brome

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Brome. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate48.33%
Unemployment rate0.00%

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 Brome's population (around 72.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 25 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 40.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed251540

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Brome has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Arts, entertainment and recreation at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting201017%
Manufacturing151014%
Arts, entertainment and recreation101010%
Other services (except public administration)10010%
Public administration01010%
Construction1007%
Wholesale trade007%
Retail trade0107%
Professional, scientific and technical services0107%
Health care and social assistance007%
Accommodation and food services007%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Brome: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (17%), -33 Manufacturing (14%), Arts, entertainment and recreation (10%)

Top occupation categories in Brome: Sales and service occupations (21%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (17%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (14%)

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work505010069.00%
Worked at home10153020.70%
No fixed workplace address1501510.30%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Brome 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 Brome residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Brome 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
15 to 29 minutes43.50%
Less than 15 minutes34.80%
30 to 44 minutes8.70%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Bromeshed 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 Brome's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
72.41%
Married or living common-law
27.59%

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 Brome. About 215 people living in the province speak English, 125 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English215
French125
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
English57.4%63.2%
French36.8%33.8%
Non-official languages1.5%0.0%

Religion

Brome is predominantly Christian. About 190 of its population is Christian (105 males and 105 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian55.9%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Brome

Parks

Community Centres

Green Spaces in Brome

NameTypeApprox. Area
Brome Exhibition GroundsParks18.8 ha
Parc HéritageParks0.4 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brome

According to the 2021 census, Brome has a population of approximately 341 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Brome increased by 15.20%.

Brome has a population density of approximately 29.50 people per square kilometre.

Brome covers a land area of approximately 11.56 km².

The median age of the population in Brome is 54.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Brome is Canadian.

The median household income in Brome is $67,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Brome.

Christian is the predominant religion in Brome.

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.