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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Bawlf. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.89 km2. The village has a population density of 462.90 people per km2.

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

Bawlf on the Map

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Bawlf location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Bawlf has a population of around 412 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bawlf has decreased by -2.37%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
422412 --2.37%

2026 Population Projection

Bawlf's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 412 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Bawlf is around 205 while the female population is around 210.

Of the 412 total population in Bawlf, the largest gender is female with around 210 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
205210 -2.38%

Is Bawlf a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

9.1%
Unemployment rate
2.4 pts below the province
54.1%
Employment rate
6.1 pts below the province
59.5%
Participation rate
8.5 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$80,000
Median household income
$16,000 below the province
8.5%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
0.7 pts below the province

Commute

61.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
8.5 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

60.6%
Single-detached houses
0.3 pts below the province
9.1%
Apartments (any building size)
13.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.50 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
25.0%
One-person households
1.0 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Bawlf has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 7.30% of the total population. The village median age is 41.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population41 41.20%41 41.20% 0.00%41 41.20%
Average age of the population40 40.00%40 39.60% 2.50%40 39.80%
0 to 4 years15 7.30%15 7.10% 0.00%30 7.30%
5 to 9 years15 7.30%15 7.10% 0.00%30 7.30%
40 to 44 years10 4.90%20 9.50% 50.00%30 7.30%
45 to 49 years15 7.30%10 4.80% 33.33%30 7.30%
50 to 54 years10 4.90%15 7.10% 33.33%30 7.30%
55 to 59 years10 4.90%15 7.10% 33.33%30 7.30%
10 to 14 years10 4.90%15 7.10% 33.33%25 6.10%
25 to 29 years15 7.30%15 7.10% 0.00%25 6.10%
60 to 64 years15 7.30%10 4.80% 33.33%25 6.10%
65 to 69 years10 4.90%10 4.80% 0.00%25 6.10%
70 to 74 years15 7.30%10 4.80% 33.33%25 6.10%
15 to 19 years15 7.30%10 4.80% 33.33%20 4.90%
20 to 24 years10 4.90%10 4.80% 0.00%20 4.90%
30 to 34 years10 4.90%5 2.40% 50.00%20 4.90%
35 to 39 years5 2.40%15 7.10% 66.67%20 4.90%
75 to 79 years5 2.40%10 4.80% 50.00%15 3.70%
80 to 84 years5 2.40%5 2.40% 0.00%10 2.40%

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 61.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 22.00% and 18.30%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Bawlf

Population of Bawlf by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Bawlf is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Bawlf 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 34.07% of the total population, followed by English (21.98%), Scottish (15.38%), French (14.29%), and Irish (12.09%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Polish, Ukrainian, Norwegian, Canadian, and First Nations (North American Indian).

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
German34.04%34.09%34.07%
English25.53%20.45%21.98%
Scottish12.77%15.91%15.38%
French12.77%15.91%14.29%
Irish8.51%13.64%12.09%
Polish17.02%9.09%12.09%
Ukrainian12.77%9.09%10.99%
Norwegian8.51%13.64%10.99%
Canadian6.38%11.36%9.89%
First Nations (North American Indian)8.51%11.36%8.79%

Immigration Profile

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

About 3.3% of Bawlf's population are immigrants (15 people).

The top countries of origin for Bawlf's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Viet Nam (0), Bangladesh (0), India (0), Pakistan (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom10
Viet Nam0
Bangladesh0
India0
Pakistan0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 100 of Bawlf's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.40%, 6.25%, and 6.25%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons5517.20%
1 person4012.50%
3 persons309.40%
4 persons206.25%
5 or more persons206.25%

Income in Bawlf

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Bawlf is $41,200.

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 Bawlf population or around 50 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 50 and 45 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Bawlf's median household income is $80,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Bawlf's median household income is 4,000 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 Bawlf

This data sheds light on the distribution of Bawlf 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.

44.75% or most of the Bawlf population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 12.25% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree12515527544.75%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate1358522536.20%
No certificate, diploma or degree706513020.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher35357512.25%

Below national average 12.3% of Bawlf's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Bawlf

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Bawlf. 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 5.41% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate54.05%
Unemployment rate5.41%

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 Bawlf's population (around 72.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 30 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 30.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed30030

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Bawlf has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the retail trade sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 12%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade252019%
Manufacturing151012%
Health care and social assistance02512%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services0109%
Public administration10109%
Construction1507%
Accommodation and food services1007%
Other services (except public administration)0107%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1005%
Transportation and warehousing1005%
Professional, scientific and technical services0105%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Bawlf: -45 Retail trade (19%), -33 Manufacturing (12%), Health care and social assistance (12%)

Top occupation categories in Bawlf: Sales and service occupations (30%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (28%), Business, finance and administration 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 work656512562.50%
No fixed workplace address40155527.50%
Worked at home015157.50%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Bawlf 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
15 to 29 minutes47.20%
60 minutes and over25.00%
30 to 44 minutes19.40%
Less than 15 minutes13.90%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
62.12%
Married or living common-law
37.88%

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 Bawlf. About 410 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
English410
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
English97.6%100.0%
Non-official languages2.4%0.0%
French1.2%0.0%

Religion

Bawlf is predominantly Christian. About 255 of its population is Christian (120 males and 120 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
Christian56.0%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Bawlf

According to the 2021 census, Bawlf has a population of approximately 412 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bawlf decreased by 2.37%.

Bawlf has a population density of approximately 462.90 people per square kilometre.

Bawlf covers a land area of approximately 0.89 km².

The median age of the population in Bawlf is 41.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Bawlf is German.

The median household income in Bawlf is $80,000, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Bawlf.

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.