Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Excelsior No. 166 has a population of around 808 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Excelsior No. 166 has increased by 0.25%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 806 | 808 | +0.25% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.05% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Excelsior No. 166's population is projected to reach approximately 810 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 0.68 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 808 | 810 | 0.68 |
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 Excelsior No. 166 is around 405 while the female population is around 400.
Of the 808 total population in Excelsior No. 166, the largest gender is male with around 405 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 405 | 400 | +1.23% |
Is Excelsior No. 166 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Excelsior No. 166 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.
Other Townships Near Excelsior No. 166
- Morse No. 165 (28.7 km)
- Saskatchewan Landing No. 167 (32.0 km)
- Victory No. 226 (34.1 km)
- Coulee No. 136 (34.8 km)
- Swift Current No. 137 (44.5 km)
- Lawtonia No. 135 (44.9 km)
- Canaan No. 225 (47.2 km)
- Chaplin No. 164 (58.8 km)
- Enfield No. 194 (59.5 km)
- Riverside No. 168 (61.4 km)
- Whiska Creek No. 106 (63.4 km)
- Lacadena No. 228 (64.2 km)
- Shamrock No. 134 (65.9 km)
- King George No. 256 (70.1 km)
- Glen Bain No. 105 (70.2 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Excelsior No. 166 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 50 to 54 years old, accounting for 7.40% of the total population. The township median age is 41.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 to 54 years | 25 6.20% | 35 8.80% | 28.57% | 60 7.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 30 7.40% | 30 7.50% | 0.00% | 60 7.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 20 4.90% | 35 8.80% | 42.86% | 55 6.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 25 6.20% | 30 7.50% | 16.67% | 55 6.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 30 7.40% | 25 6.30% | 16.67% | 55 6.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 30 7.40% | 25 6.30% | 16.67% | 55 6.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25 6.20% | 25 6.30% | 0.00% | 55 6.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 35 8.60% | 20 5.00% | 42.86% | 55 6.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 25 6.20% | 30 7.50% | 16.67% | 50 6.20% |
| 20 to 24 years | 25 6.20% | 20 5.00% | 20.00% | 45 5.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20 4.90% | 25 6.30% | 20.00% | 45 5.60% |
| 65 to 69 years | 25 6.20% | 25 6.30% | 0.00% | 45 5.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 30 7.40% | 20 5.00% | 33.33% | 45 5.60% |
| Median age of the population | 44 43.60% | 40 39.60% | 9.17% | 42 41.60% |
| Average age of the population | 41 40.80% | 39 39.30% | 2.45% | 40 40.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 2.50% | 20 5.00% | 50.00% | 35 4.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 4.90% | 20 5.00% | 0.00% | 35 4.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15 3.70% | 15 3.80% | 0.00% | 30 3.70% |
| 85 years and over | 5 1.20% | 10 2.50% | 50.00% | 15 1.90% |
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 61.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 20.40% and 17.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Excelsior No. 166 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Excelsior No. 166
Population of Excelsior No. 166 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Excelsior No. 166 is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Excelsior No. 166 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 German, which accounts for 42.74% of the total population, followed by Scottish (21.37%), English (19.66%), Canadian (17.09%), and Norwegian (13.68%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, Dutch, European, Mennonite, and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 41.94% | 43.64% | 42.74% |
| Scottish | 25.81% | 18.18% | 21.37% |
| English | 17.74% | 21.82% | 19.66% |
| Canadian | 20.97% | 12.73% | 17.09% |
| Norwegian | 11.29% | 18.18% | 13.68% |
| Irish | 14.52% | 12.73% | 12.82% |
| Dutch | 8.06% | 7.27% | 7.69% |
| European | 4.84% | 9.09% | 6.84% |
| Mennonite | 6.45% | 7.27% | 6.84% |
| Polish | 3.23% | 7.27% | 5.98% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Excelsior No. 166's population profile.
About 1.7% of Excelsior No. 166's population are immigrants (10 people).
The top countries of origin for Excelsior No. 166's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 215 of Excelsior No. 166's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 23.85% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 9.10% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 6.80%, 6.80%, and 4.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 105 | 23.85% |
| 1 person | 40 | 9.10% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 6.80% |
| 5 or more persons | 30 | 6.80% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 4.55% |
Income in Excelsior No. 166
Analyzing income distribution in Excelsior No. 166 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Excelsior No. 166 is $38,400.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Excelsior No. 166 population or around 95 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 70 and 60 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Excelsior No. 166's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Excelsior No. 166's median household income is 3,000 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 Excelsior No. 166
This data sheds light on the distribution of Excelsior No. 166 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.
48.50% or most of the Excelsior No. 166 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 39.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 19.10% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.45% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 145 | 195 | 340 | 48.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 140 | 145 | 290 | 39.60% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 45 | 95 | 135 | 19.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 35 | 95 | 12.45% |
Below national average 19.1% of Excelsior No. 166's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Excelsior No. 166
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Excelsior No. 166. 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 3.33% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 77.78% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.33% |
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 Excelsior No. 166's population (around 45.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 100 men and 55 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 155.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 100 | 55 | 155 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Excelsior No. 166 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Excelsior No. 166 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Excelsior No. 166 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (40%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 14%, followed by Educational services at 7%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 85 | 55 | 40% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 45 | 14% |
| Educational services | 0 | 20 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 0 | 7% |
| Construction | 20 | 0 | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 10 | 6% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 0 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 10 | 6% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Excelsior No. 166 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Excelsior No. 166: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (40%), Health care and social assistance (14%), Educational services (7%)
Top occupation categories in Excelsior No. 166: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (39%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (17%), Health occupations (11%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 70 | 105 | 170 | 48.60% |
| Worked at home | 95 | 50 | 145 | 41.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 10 | 35 | 10.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Excelsior No. 166 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 Excelsior No. 166 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Excelsior No. 166 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 39.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 39.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 17.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 4.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Excelsior No. 166shed 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 Excelsior No. 166's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Excelsior No. 166. About 790 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak Neither English nor French, 0 people speak French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 790 |
| Neither English nor French | 20 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 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 | 70.4% | 72.2% |
| Non-official languages | 19.1% | 25.9% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Excelsior No. 166 is predominantly Christian. About 330 of its population is Christian (165 males and 165 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 56.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Excelsior No. 166
Schools
Parks
Places to Visit in Excelsior No. 166
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Excelsior No. 166
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Cochrane Memorial Park | Parks | 0.9 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Excelsior No. 166
According to the 2021 census, Excelsior No. 166 has a population of approximately 808 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Excelsior No. 166 increased by 0.25%.
Excelsior No. 166 has a population density of approximately 0.70 people per square kilometre.
Excelsior No. 166 covers a land area of approximately 1,196.48 km².
The median age of the population in Excelsior No. 166 is 41.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Excelsior No. 166 is German.
The median household income in Excelsior No. 166 is $81,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Excelsior No. 166.
Christian is the predominant religion in Excelsior No. 166.
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.