Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Lac du Bonnet. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 1,097.61 km2. The township has a population density of 3.20 people per km2.

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

Lac du Bonnet on the Map

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Lac du Bonnet location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Lac du Bonnet has a population of around 3,563 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lac du Bonnet has increased by ▲ 14.16%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
3,1213,563 +14.16%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.68% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Lac du Bonnet's population is projected to reach approximately 4,068 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 3.71 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
3,5634,0683.71

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.

Lac du Bonnet Population Trend & Context

Lac du Bonnet is the 37th-largest township in Manitoba, with a 2021 census population of 3,563 — an increase of 442 (▲ 14.16%) people from the 3,121 recorded in 2016.

The township's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Manitoba townships. The township's median age of 55.6 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Lac du Bonnet compare to other Manitoba townships?

Population By Genders

The male population of Lac du Bonnet is around 2,055 while the female population is around 1,505.

Of the 3,563 total population in Lac du Bonnet, the largest gender is male with around 2,055 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
2,0551,505 +26.76%

Is Lac du Bonnet a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

9.4%
Unemployment rate
1.1 pts above the province
45.7%
Employment rate
13.4 pts below the province
50.3%
Participation rate
14.1 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$85,000
Median household income
$5,500 above the province
8.8%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
5.4 pts below the province

Commute

52.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
21.1 pts below the province
93.7%
Commute by car
7.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

92.1%
Single-detached houses
25.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
24.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.40people below the province
26.7%
One-person households
1.5 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Lac du Bonnet Population Compared to Manitoba

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

IndicatorLac du BonnetManitoba
Median household income$85,000$79,500
Unemployment rate9.4%8.3%
Median age55.638.4
Bachelor's degree or higher12.5%25.9%
Immigrants (%)6.1%19.7%

Population by Age Characteristics

Lac du Bonnet has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 12.50% of the total population. The township median age is 55.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years235 11.40%210 14.00% 10.64%445 12.50%
65 to 69 years205 10.00%170 11.30% 17.07%380 10.70%
55 to 59 years175 8.50%190 12.60% 7.89%360 10.10%
70 to 74 years170 8.30%140 9.30% 17.65%310 8.70%
25 to 29 years170 8.30%60 4.00% 64.71%225 6.30%
50 to 54 years110 5.40%90 6.00% 18.18%200 5.60%
75 to 79 years105 5.10%90 6.00% 14.29%190 5.30%
45 to 49 years100 4.90%85 5.60% 15.00%185 5.20%
30 to 34 years130 6.30%45 3.00% 65.38%180 5.00%
40 to 44 years115 5.60%60 4.00% 47.83%180 5.00%
20 to 24 years125 6.10%50 3.30% 60.00%175 4.90%
35 to 39 years100 4.90%55 3.70% 45.00%150 4.20%
15 to 19 years80 3.90%45 3.00% 43.75%120 3.40%
10 to 14 years60 2.90%55 3.70% 8.33%115 3.20%
0 to 4 years50 2.40%65 4.30% 23.08%110 3.10%
5 to 9 years50 2.40%50 3.30% 0.00%105 2.90%
80 to 84 years50 2.40%30 2.00% 40.00%80 2.20%
Median age of the population52 52.40%58 58.00% 10.34%56 55.60%
Average age of the population48 48.10%51 50.90% 3.93%49 49.30%
85 years and over30 1.50%20 1.30% 33.33%45 1.30%
85 to 89 years20 1.00%15 1.00% 25.00%35 1.00%

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 62.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 28.20% and 9.40%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over27.00%29.90%28.20%
0 to 14 years8.00%11.00%9.40%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Lac du Bonnet


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Population of Lac du Bonnet by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Lac du Bonnet is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Lac du Bonnet 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 Lac du Bonnet are English, which accounts for 21.55% of the total population, followed by Ukrainian (20.89%), French (18.09%), German (17.60%), and Scottish (15.95%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Lac du Bonnet include Irish, Polish, Canadian, Swedish, and Icelandic.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English21.61%21.48%21.55%
Ukrainian18.39%23.49%20.89%
French18.06%18.12%18.09%
German17.74%17.11%17.60%
Scottish14.84%16.78%15.95%
Irish11.29%11.41%11.18%
Polish10.32%11.74%11.02%
Canadian11.61%10.40%10.86%
Swedish2.90%5.70%4.44%
Icelandic4.52%4.36%4.44%

Immigration Profile

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

About 6.1% of Lac du Bonnet's population are immigrants (185 people).

The top countries of origin for Lac du Bonnet's immigrant population are United States of America (50), Germany (45), Netherlands (20), United Kingdom (20), China (15).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United States of America50
Germany45
Netherlands20
United Kingdom20
China15

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 1,345 of Lac du Bonnet's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 27.05% 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 4.30%, 3.75%, and 1.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons79027.05%
1 person39013.35%
3 persons1254.30%
4 persons1103.75%
5 or more persons451.55%

Income in Lac du Bonnet

Analyzing income distribution in Lac du Bonnet can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lac du Bonnet is $43,600.

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

Most of Lac du Bonnet population or around 420 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 290 and 280 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Lac du Bonnet's median household income is $85,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Lac du Bonnet's median household income is 1,000 dollars above 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 Lac du Bonnet

This data sheds light on the distribution of Lac du Bonnet 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.

51.30% or most of the Lac du Bonnet population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 32.05% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 16.65% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 12.50% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree1,1001,0602,16551.30%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate6807051,37532.05%
No certificate, diploma or degree43032075016.65%
Bachelor's degree or higher16037053512.50%

Below national average 12.5% of Lac du Bonnet's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Lac du Bonnet

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

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Lac du Bonnet is at 4.72% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate45.74%
Unemployment rate4.72%

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 Lac du Bonnet's population (around 62.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the township, there are 185 men and 65 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 245.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed18565245

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Lac du Bonnet has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (11%) works in the retail trade sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 10%, followed by Public administration at 9%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade857511%
Health care and social assistance1512510%
Public administration60759%
Construction12509%
Transportation and warehousing65257%
Educational services10706%
Utilities65156%
Manufacturing50205%
Other services (except public administration)40305%
Arts, entertainment and recreation15455%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting35204%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction6004%
Professional, scientific and technical services20354%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services35154%
Wholesale trade3503%
Accommodation and food services10303%
Information and cultural industries0201%
Finance and insurance1501%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Lac du Bonnet: -45 Retail trade (11%), Health care and social assistance (10%), Public administration (9%)

Top occupation categories in Lac du Bonnet: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (32%), Sales and service occupations (20%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (12%)

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 work43544087569.40%
No fixed workplace address1806024519.40%
Worked at home707014011.10%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Lac du Bonnet 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 Lac du Bonnet residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lac du Bonnet 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 minutes27.40%
15 to 29 minutes24.70%
60 minutes and over18.40%
30 to 44 minutes17.90%
45 to 59 minutes10.80%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Lac du Bonnetshed 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 Lac du Bonnet's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
63.52%
Married or living common-law
36.48%

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 Lac du Bonnet. About 3,030 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
English3,030
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
English84.0%94.6%
Non-official languages10.1%4.3%
French4.7%0.9%

Religion

Lac du Bonnet is predominantly Christian. About 1,510 of its population is Christian (740 males and 740 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
Christian49.8%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Lac du Bonnet

Hospitals

Schools

Parks

Libraries

Places to Visit in Lac du Bonnet

Historic Sites

Green Spaces in Lac du Bonnet

NameTypeApprox. Area
Memorial ParkParks0.5 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lac du Bonnet

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Lac du Bonnet has a population of 3,563 people, making it the 37th township in Manitoba. The population increased significantly from 3,121 in 2016, an increase of 442 people or 14.16%. The township has a population density of 3.2 people per km² across a land area of 1,097.61 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Lac du Bonnet's population grew by 14.16% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 3,121 to 3,563 people, a gain of 442 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Manitoba townships during this period. The median age of 55.60 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.

Lac du Bonnet has a population density of approximately 3.20 people per square kilometre.

Lac du Bonnet covers a land area of approximately 1,097.61 km².

The median age of the population in Lac du Bonnet is 55.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lac du Bonnet is English.

The median household income in Lac du Bonnet is $85,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Lac du Bonnet.

Christian is the predominant religion in Lac du Bonnet.

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.