Coldwell, Manitoba Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Coldwell. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 891.85 km2. The township has a population density of 1.50 people per km2.

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

Coldwell on the Map

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Coldwell location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Coldwell has a population of around 1,313 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Coldwell has increased by ▲ 4.70%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
1,2541,313 +4.70%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.92% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Coldwell's population is projected to reach approximately 1,375 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 1.54 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
1,3131,3751.54

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.

Coldwell Population Trend & Context

Coldwell is the 84th-largest township in Manitoba, with a 2021 census population of 1,313 — an increase of 59 (▲ 4.70%) people from the 1,254 recorded in 2016.

The township's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Manitoba townships. The township's median age of 47.2 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Coldwell compare to other Manitoba townships?

Population By Genders

The male population of Coldwell is around 690 while the female population is around 625.

Of the 1,313 total population in Coldwell, the largest gender is male with around 690 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
690625 +9.42%

Is Coldwell a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

6.2%
Unemployment rate
2.1 pts below the province
59.5%
Employment rate
0.4 pts above the province
63.4%
Participation rate
1.0 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$68,000
Median household income
$11,500 below the province
19.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
4.8 pts above the province

Commute

70.5%
Commute under 30 minutes
2.7 pts below the province
83.2%
Commute by car
2.9 pts below the province
2.1%
Commute by public transit
3.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

89.2%
Single-detached houses
22.8 pts above the province
0.9%
Apartments (any building size)
23.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.30 people
Average household size
0.20people below the province
33.6%
One-person households
5.4 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Coldwell Population Compared to Manitoba

Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Coldwell compares to the township's key indicators:

IndicatorColdwellManitoba
Median household income$68,000$79,500
Unemployment rate6.2%8.3%
Median age47.238.4
Bachelor's degree or higher9.0%25.9%
Immigrants (%)3.6%19.7%

Population by Age Characteristics

Coldwell has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 8.00% of the total population. The township median age is 47.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years50 7.20%60 9.60% 16.67%105 8.00%
55 to 59 years45 6.50%50 8.00% 10.00%100 7.60%
70 to 74 years50 7.20%50 8.00% 0.00%100 7.60%
65 to 69 years55 8.00%40 6.40% 27.27%95 7.30%
10 to 14 years45 6.50%45 7.20% 0.00%90 6.90%
15 to 19 years40 5.80%45 7.20% 11.11%85 6.50%
50 to 54 years45 6.50%35 5.60% 22.22%85 6.50%
5 to 9 years45 6.50%30 4.80% 33.33%75 5.70%
45 to 49 years40 5.80%35 5.60% 12.50%75 5.70%
0 to 4 years45 6.50%20 3.20% 55.56%70 5.30%
20 to 24 years35 5.10%30 4.80% 14.29%65 5.00%
30 to 34 years35 5.10%30 4.80% 14.29%65 5.00%
35 to 39 years25 3.60%35 5.60% 28.57%65 5.00%
75 to 79 years30 4.30%30 4.80% 0.00%60 4.60%
25 to 29 years30 4.30%25 4.00% 16.67%55 4.20%
40 to 44 years30 4.30%25 4.00% 16.67%50 3.80%
Median age of the population46 46.00%48 48.40% 4.13%47 47.20%
85 years and over25 3.60%25 4.00% 0.00%45 3.40%
Average age of the population44 43.50%45 45.30% 4.42%44 44.30%
80 to 84 years20 2.90%10 1.60% 50.00%30 2.30%
85 to 89 years10 1.40%15 2.40% 33.33%30 2.30%

Broader Age Groups

If the township'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 56.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.20% and 17.90%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over26.10%24.80%25.20%
0 to 14 years19.60%16.00%17.90%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Coldwell

Population of Coldwell by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Coldwell is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Coldwell is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the township appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Coldwell are Icelandic, which accounts for 27.27% of the total population, followed by English (22.92%), Scottish (16.21%), Canadian (14.62%), and Irish (11.86%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Coldwell include French, German, Ukrainian, Norwegian, and Swedish.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Icelandic29.23%25.00%27.27%
English22.31%24.19%22.92%
Scottish16.15%16.94%16.21%
Canadian14.62%14.52%14.62%
Irish8.46%14.52%11.86%
French7.69%13.71%10.28%
German11.54%8.06%9.88%
Ukrainian4.62%8.87%6.72%
Norwegian6.15%3.23%4.74%
Swedish3.08%4.03%3.56%

Immigration Profile

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

About 3.6% of Coldwell's population are immigrants (45 people).

The top countries of origin for Coldwell's immigrant population are United Kingdom (15), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom15
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 495 of Coldwell's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.80% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 5.90%, 5.00%, and 4.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons20018.20%
1 person18516.80%
3 persons655.90%
5 or more persons555.00%
4 persons504.55%

Income in Coldwell

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Coldwell is $34,000.

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

Most of Coldwell population or around 185 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 125 and 125 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Coldwell's median household income is $68,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Coldwell's median household income is 16,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Coldwell

This data sheds light on the distribution of Coldwell 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.

38.05% or most of the Coldwell population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 37.55% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 24.50% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 8.95% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate29032061038.05%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree22036058537.55%
No certificate, diploma or degree28014041524.50%
Bachelor's degree or higher45851358.95%

Below national average 9.0% of Coldwell's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Coldwell

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Coldwell. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Coldwell is at 3.90% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate59.51%
Unemployment rate3.90%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Coldwell's population (around 59.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the township, there are 95 men and 75 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 170.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed9575170

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Coldwell has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (24%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Construction sector comes second at 16%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 16%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1104524%
Construction852016%
Health care and social assistance158516%
Educational services15459%
Retail trade20205%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services15155%
Public administration2004%
Professional, scientific and technical services0204%
Other services (except public administration)1503%
Utilities2003%
Finance and insurance0152%
Accommodation and food services002%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1002%
Manufacturing002%
Wholesale trade1002%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Coldwell: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (24%), Construction (16%), Health care and social assistance (16%)

Top occupation categories in Coldwell: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (23%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (22%), Sales and service occupations (17%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. 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 work19022542069.40%
Worked at home905013522.30%
No fixed workplace address4015559.10%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Coldwell spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes52.60%
15 to 29 minutes17.90%
60 minutes and over12.60%
30 to 44 minutes10.50%
45 to 59 minutes6.30%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Coldwellshed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Coldwell's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
56.74%
Married or living common-law
43.26%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights township'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 Coldwell. About 1,280 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.

LanguagePopulation
English1,280
French5
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
English93.8%97.3%
Non-official languages3.5%1.9%
French0.8%0.4%

Religion

Coldwell is predominantly Christian. About 665 of its population is Christian (290 males and 290 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
Christian52.4%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Coldwell

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Coldwell has a population of 1,313 people, making it the 84th township in Manitoba. The population increased moderately from 1,254 in 2016, an increase of 59 people or 4.70%. The township has a population density of 1.5 people per km² across a land area of 891.85 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Coldwell's population grew by 4.70% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,254 to 1,313 people, a gain of 59 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Manitoba townships during this period. The median age of 47.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (33.6%) 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.

Coldwell has a population density of approximately 1.50 people per square kilometre.

Coldwell covers a land area of approximately 891.85 km².

The median age of the population in Coldwell is 47.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Coldwell is Icelandic.

The median household income in Coldwell is $68,000, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Coldwell.

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.