Amisk, Alberta Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Amisk. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.76 km2. The village has a population density of 288.00 people per km2.

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

Amisk on the Map

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Amisk location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Amisk has a population of around 219 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Amisk has increased by 7.35%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
204219 +7.35%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.43% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Amisk's population is projected to reach approximately 235 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 309.21 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
219235309.21

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 Amisk is around 110 while the female population is around 110.

Of the 219 total population in Amisk, the largest gender is female with around 110 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
110110 +0.00%

Is Amisk a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

0.0%
Unemployment rate
11.5 pts below the province
67.6%
Employment rate
7.4 pts above the province
67.6%
Participation rate
0.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$96,000 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
9.2 pts below the province

Commute

47.0%
Commute under 30 minutes
22.6 pts below the province
100.0%
Commute by car
12.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

76.5%
Single-detached houses
15.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
22.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.50 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
33.3%
One-person households
7.3 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Amisk has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 9.30% of the total population. The village median age is 38.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population40 40.00%38 37.60% 7.50%38 38.40%
Average age of the population40 39.60%37 36.80% 7.58%38 38.20%
0 to 4 years5 4.50%15 13.60% 66.67%20 9.30%
10 to 14 years10 9.10%5 4.50% 50.00%20 9.30%
50 to 54 years5 4.50%10 9.10% 50.00%20 9.30%
5 to 9 years10 9.10%10 9.10% 0.00%15 7.00%
15 to 19 years0 0.00%5 4.50% 100.00%15 7.00%
30 to 34 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%15 7.00%
40 to 44 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%15 7.00%
55 to 59 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%15 7.00%
60 to 64 years5 4.50%10 9.10% 50.00%15 7.00%
65 to 69 years10 9.10%5 4.50% 50.00%15 7.00%
20 to 24 years5 4.50%0 0.00% 100.00%10 4.70%
25 to 29 years5 4.50%0 0.00% 100.00%10 4.70%
35 to 39 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%10 4.70%
70 to 74 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%5 2.30%
75 to 79 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%5 2.30%
80 to 84 years5 4.50%5 4.50% 0.00%5 2.30%
85 years and over5 4.50%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.30%

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 58.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 27.90% and 58.10%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Amisk

Population of Amisk by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Amisk is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Amisk 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 43.48% of the total population, followed by German (23.91%), Irish (21.74%), Norwegian (21.74%), and Ukrainian (17.39%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Canadian, Scottish, American, and Ecuadorian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English35.00%50.00%43.48%
German25.00%19.23%23.91%
Irish10.00%30.77%21.74%
Norwegian15.00%23.08%21.74%
Ukrainian10.00%23.08%17.39%
French10.00%19.23%13.04%
Canadian15.00%7.69%10.87%
Scottish10.00%15.38%10.87%
American0.00%0.00%4.35%
Ecuadorian0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

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

About 0.0% of Amisk's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Amisk's immigrant population are Afghanistan (0), Iran (0), Iraq (0), Lebanon (0), Syria (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Afghanistan0
Iran0
Iraq0
Lebanon0
Syria0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 65 of Amisk's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 16.65% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.90% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 8.35%, 5.55%, and 2.80%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person3016.65%
2 persons2513.90%
5 or more persons158.35%
3 persons105.55%
4 persons52.80%

Income in Amisk

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Amisk is $0.

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 Amisk population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Amisk's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Amisk's median household income is 84,000 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 Amisk

This data sheds light on the distribution of Amisk 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.

47.35% or most of the Amisk population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 27.95% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 25.40% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree458514047.35%
No certificate, diploma or degree55309027.95%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate30457525.40%
Bachelor's degree or higher0000.00%

Below national average 0.0% of Amisk's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Amisk

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Amisk. 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 rate67.57%
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 Amisk's population (around 56.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 20 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 35.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed201035

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Amisk has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (28%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Construction sector comes second at 16%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting201528%
Construction15016%
Health care and social assistance01512%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1008%
Retail trade0108%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%
Public administration000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Amisk: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (28%), Construction (16%), Health care and social assistance (12%)

Top occupation categories in Amisk: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (36%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (12%)

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 work20305545.80%
Worked at home15254033.30%
No fixed workplace address3003529.20%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Amisk 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
45 to 59 minutes35.30%
15 to 29 minutes29.40%
Less than 15 minutes17.60%
30 to 44 minutes11.80%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
65.63%
Married or living common-law
34.38%

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 Amisk. About 220 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English220
French0
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
English95.5%97.7%
Non-official languages2.3%0.0%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Amisk is predominantly Christian. About 110 of its population is Christian (45 males and 45 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
Christian48.9%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Amisk

Schools

Parks

Green Spaces in Amisk

NameTypeApprox. Area
Amisk Community Center and Sports GroundsParks6.5 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Amisk

According to the 2021 census, Amisk has a population of approximately 219 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Amisk increased by 7.35%.

Amisk has a population density of approximately 288.00 people per square kilometre.

Amisk covers a land area of approximately 0.76 km².

The median age of the population in Amisk is 38.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Amisk is English.

The median household income in Amisk is $0, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Amisk.

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.