Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Lumsden has a population of around 1,800 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lumsden has decreased by -1.32%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,824 | 1,800 | --1.32% |
2026 Population Projection
Lumsden's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,800 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Lumsden is around 885 while the female population is around 915.
Of the 1,800 total population in Lumsden, the largest gender is female with around 915 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 885 | 915 | -3.28% |
Is Lumsden a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Lumsden 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 Towns Near Lumsden
- Regina Beach (18.2 km)
- Grand Coulee (24.0 km)
- Pense (26.9 km)
- Pilot Butte (36.7 km)
- Southey (41.2 km)
- White City (41.8 km)
- Balgonie (45.8 km)
- Strasbourg (47.6 km)
- Rouleau (50.9 km)
- Cupar (56.8 km)
- Qu’Appelle (70.6 km)
- Govan (74.5 km)
- Milestone (76.8 km)
- Craik (80.5 km)
- Indian Head (85.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Lumsden has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 35 to 39 years old, accounting for 8.10% of the total population. The town median age is 41.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 to 39 years | 70 7.90% | 75 8.20% | 6.67% | 145 8.10% |
| 40 to 44 years | 60 6.80% | 80 8.70% | 25.00% | 140 7.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 70 7.90% | 70 7.70% | 0.00% | 135 7.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 65 7.30% | 65 7.10% | 0.00% | 130 7.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 65 7.30% | 60 6.60% | 7.69% | 125 6.90% |
| 15 to 19 years | 75 8.50% | 45 4.90% | 40.00% | 120 6.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 60 6.80% | 60 6.60% | 0.00% | 120 6.70% |
| 55 to 59 years | 50 5.60% | 70 7.70% | 28.57% | 120 6.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 55 6.20% | 60 6.60% | 8.33% | 120 6.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 45 5.10% | 50 5.50% | 10.00% | 95 5.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 55 6.20% | 45 4.90% | 18.18% | 95 5.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 45 5.10% | 45 4.90% | 0.00% | 90 5.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 45 5.10% | 45 4.90% | 0.00% | 85 4.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 25 2.80% | 45 4.90% | 44.44% | 75 4.20% |
| 20 to 24 years | 35 4.00% | 30 3.30% | 14.29% | 65 3.60% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25 2.80% | 30 3.30% | 16.67% | 50 2.80% |
| 85 years and over | 15 1.70% | 30 3.30% | 50.00% | 45 2.50% |
| Average age of the population | 40 40.20% | 43 42.60% | 4.69% | 41 41.40% |
| Median age of the population | 40 39.60% | 42 42.40% | 7.08% | 41 41.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 20 2.30% | 15 1.60% | 25.00% | 40 2.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 10 1.10% | 15 1.60% | 33.33% | 25 1.40% |
Broader Age Groups
If the town'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 59.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 20.60% and 20.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Lumsden are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 18.60% | 21.90% | 20.60% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.30% | 19.70% | 20.00% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Lumsden
Population of Lumsden by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Lumsden is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Lumsden 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 English, which accounts for 33.05% of the total population, followed by German (30.51%), Scottish (24.58%), Irish (18.36%), and Ukrainian (16.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Canadian, Polish, Norwegian, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30.23% | 35.36% | 33.05% |
| German | 30.23% | 30.94% | 30.51% |
| Scottish | 26.16% | 22.65% | 24.58% |
| Irish | 18.60% | 17.13% | 18.36% |
| Ukrainian | 16.86% | 17.13% | 16.38% |
| French | 13.95% | 13.26% | 13.28% |
| Canadian | 14.53% | 11.05% | 12.99% |
| Polish | 3.49% | 9.39% | 6.50% |
| Norwegian | 6.98% | 6.63% | 6.21% |
| Swedish | 4.07% | 6.63% | 5.37% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Lumsden's population profile.
About 5.1% of Lumsden's population are immigrants (90 people).
The top countries of origin for Lumsden's immigrant population are United Kingdom (30), United States of America (15), Netherlands (0), Poland (0), Portugal (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 30 |
| United States of America | 15 |
| Netherlands | 0 |
| Poland | 0 |
| Portugal | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 575 of Lumsden's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.65% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.55%, 8.55%, and 3.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 275 | 19.65% |
| 1 person | 140 | 10.00% |
| 3 persons | 120 | 8.55% |
| 4 persons | 120 | 8.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 50 | 3.55% |
Income in Lumsden
Analyzing income distribution in Lumsden can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lumsden is $54,000.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Lumsden population or around 205 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $100,000 to $149,999 with around 190 and 175 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Lumsden's median household income is $107,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Lumsden's median household income is 23,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town'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 town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Lumsden
This data sheds light on the distribution of Lumsden 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.
70.30% or most of the Lumsden population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.10% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 22.45% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 7.10% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 685 | 880 | 1,570 | 70.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 195 | 430 | 620 | 28.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 245 | 275 | 520 | 22.45% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 120 | 55 | 180 | 7.10% |
Below national average 28.1% of Lumsden's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Lumsden
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Lumsden. 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 3.94% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 63.44% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.94% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Lumsden's population (around 70.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 55 men and 55 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 115.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 55 | 55 | 115 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Lumsden industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Lumsden is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Lumsden has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Construction at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 105 | 60 | 18% |
| Health care and social assistance | 20 | 125 | 15% |
| Construction | 75 | 10 | 9% |
| Educational services | 30 | 45 | 7% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 15 | 50 | 7% |
| Finance and insurance | 20 | 40 | 6% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 45 | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 40 | 10 | 5% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 20 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 20 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 20 | 0 | 3% |
| Utilities | 15 | 10 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 20 | 0 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 15 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 2% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Lumsden residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Lumsden: Public administration (18%), Health care and social assistance (15%), Construction (9%)
Top occupation categories in Lumsden: Business, finance and administration occupations (19%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (19%), Sales and service occupations (15%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 | 270 | 295 | 570 | 64.40% |
| Worked at home | 75 | 140 | 210 | 23.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 75 | 30 | 105 | 11.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Lumsden 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 Lumsden residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lumsden spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 39.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 28.70% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 25.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.90% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Lumsdenshed 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Lumsden's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town'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 Lumsden. About 1,750 people living in the province speak English, 15 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 1,750 |
| French | 15 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor 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 | 95.8% | 99.2% |
| Non-official languages | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| French | 0.8% | 0.3% |
Religion
Lumsden is predominantly Christian. About 890 of its population is Christian (425 males and 425 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 | 50.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Lumsden
According to the 2021 census, Lumsden has a population of approximately 1,800 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lumsden decreased by 1.32%.
Lumsden has a population density of approximately 366.00 people per square kilometre.
Lumsden covers a land area of approximately 4.92 km².
The median age of the population in Lumsden is 41.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lumsden is English.
The median household income in Lumsden is $107,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Lumsden.
Christian is the predominant religion in Lumsden.
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.