Cold Lake 149, Alberta Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Cold Lake 149 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Cold Lake 149. It is a indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 139.83 km2. The indian reserve has a population density of 4.80 people per km2.

We highlight the Cold Lake 149 indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Cold Lake 149 on the Map

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Cold Lake 149 location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Cold Lake 149 has a population of around 671 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cold Lake 149 has decreased by 0.00%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
671671 -0.00%

2026 Population Projection

Cold Lake 149's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 671 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Cold Lake 149 is around 330 while the female population is around 345.

Of the 671 total population in Cold Lake 149, the largest gender is female with around 345 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
330345 -4.35%

Is Cold Lake 149 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Cold Lake 149 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Alberta, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

26.2%
Unemployment rate
14.7 pts above the province
33.0%
Employment rate
27.2 pts below the province
44.7%
Participation rate
23.3 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$65,500
Median household income
$30,500 below the province
25.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
15.8 pts above the province

Commute

72.4%
Commute under 30 minutes
2.8 pts above the province
93.1%
Commute by car
5.8 pts above the province
6.9%
Commute by public transit
1.3 pts above the province

Housing Character

86.7%
Single-detached houses
25.8 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
22.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.00 people
Average household size
0.40people above the province
21.7%
One-person households
4.3 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Other Indian Reserves Near Cold Lake 149

Population by Age Characteristics

Cold Lake 149 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 13.40% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 31.80.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
10 to 14 years50 15.20%40 11.60% 20.00%90 13.40%
5 to 9 years35 10.60%25 7.20% 28.57%60 9.00%
15 to 19 years30 9.10%30 8.70% 0.00%55 8.20%
35 to 39 years20 6.10%30 8.70% 33.33%55 8.20%
0 to 4 years20 6.10%30 8.70% 33.33%50 7.50%
55 to 59 years30 9.10%15 4.30% 50.00%45 6.70%
60 to 64 years15 4.50%25 7.20% 40.00%45 6.70%
20 to 24 years15 4.50%20 5.80% 25.00%35 5.20%
25 to 29 years20 6.10%15 4.30% 25.00%35 5.20%
30 to 34 years15 4.50%20 5.80% 25.00%35 5.20%
40 to 44 years15 4.50%20 5.80% 25.00%35 5.20%
50 to 54 years15 4.50%20 5.80% 25.00%35 5.20%
Average age of the population33 32.90%35 35.10% 8.55%34 34.00%
Median age of the population28 28.40%34 34.00% 17.65%32 31.80%
45 to 49 years15 4.50%15 4.30% 0.00%30 4.50%
65 to 69 years15 4.50%15 4.30% 0.00%25 3.70%
70 to 74 years10 3.00%15 4.30% 33.33%20 3.00%
75 to 79 years10 3.00%10 2.90% 0.00%20 3.00%
80 to 84 years5 1.50%5 1.40% 0.00%10 1.50%

Broader Age Groups

If the indian reserve'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 59.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 29.90% and 11.20%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Cold Lake 149 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Cold Lake 149

Population of Cold Lake 149 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Cold Lake 149 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Cold Lake 149 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 Cree, which accounts for 45.52% of the total population, followed by Dene (35.82%), First Nations (North American Indian) (29.10%), French (8.21%), and Irish (7.46%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, Ukrainian, Blackfoot, Plains Cree, and Saulteaux.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Cree41.54%48.53%45.52%
Dene30.77%42.65%35.82%
First Nations (North American Indian)33.85%26.47%29.10%
French7.69%8.82%8.21%
Irish6.15%8.82%7.46%
Scottish6.15%5.88%5.22%
Ukrainian0.00%2.94%2.24%
Blackfoot3.08%2.94%1.49%
Plains Cree3.08%2.94%1.49%
Saulteaux0.00%0.00%1.49%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Cold Lake 149's population profile.

About 0.0% of Cold Lake 149's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Cold Lake 149's immigrant population are Morocco (0), Nigeria (0), Somalia (0), South Africa, Republic of (0), Afghanistan (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Morocco0
Nigeria0
Somalia0
South Africa, Republic of0
Afghanistan0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 195 of Cold Lake 149's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 13.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.85% of the population. 5 or more persons, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 9.80%, 8.70%, and 5.45%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons6013.05%
1 person5010.85%
5 or more persons459.80%
4 persons408.70%
3 persons255.45%

Income in Cold Lake 149

Analyzing income distribution in Cold Lake 149 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Cold Lake 149 is $31,800.

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

Most of Cold Lake 149 population or around 70 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and Under $10,000 with around 60 and 40 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Cold Lake 149's median household income is $65,500, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Cold Lake 149's median household income is 18,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the indian reserve'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 indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Cold Lake 149

This data sheds light on the distribution of Cold Lake 149 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.

47.85% or most of the Cold Lake 149 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 27.55% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 25.15% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 5.05% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
No certificate, diploma or degree18519037547.85%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree8013021527.55%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate10010019525.15%
Bachelor's degree or higher025405.05%

Below national average 5.1% of Cold Lake 149's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Cold Lake 149

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Cold Lake 149. 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 11.70% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate32.98%
Unemployment rate11.70%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Cold Lake 149's population (around 66.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10010

Employment Industry Sectors

The Cold Lake 149 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Cold Lake 149 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Cold Lake 149 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (14%) works in the public administration sector. The Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services sector comes second at 12%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration101514%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services102012%
Health care and social assistance102012%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction15010%
Construction10107%
Retail trade10107%
Transportation and warehousing1007%
Educational services0157%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1005%
Accommodation and food services0105%
Other services (except public administration)005%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services1000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Cold Lake 149 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Cold Lake 149: Public administration (14%), Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services (12%), Health care and social assistance (12%)

Top occupation categories in Cold Lake 149: Sales and service occupations (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (14%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the indian reserve. 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 work20709058.10%
No fixed workplace address30205535.50%
Worked at home00106.50%
Worked outside Canada100106.50%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Cold Lake 149 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 Cold Lake 149 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Cold Lake 149 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the indian reserve.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes51.70%
15 to 29 minutes20.70%
30 to 44 minutes13.80%
60 minutes and over10.30%
45 to 59 minutes6.90%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Cold Lake 149shed 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 indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Cold Lake 149's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

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

Language Spoken

The data below highlights indian reserve'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 Cold Lake 149. About 670 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
English670
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
English85.8%97.0%
Non-official languages10.4%2.2%
French0.7%0.0%

Religion

Cold Lake 149 is predominantly Christian. About 325 of its population is Christian (150 males and 150 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
Christian48.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Cold Lake 149

According to the 2021 census, Cold Lake 149 has a population of approximately 671 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Cold Lake 149 decreased by 0.00%.

Cold Lake 149 has a population density of approximately 4.80 people per square kilometre.

Cold Lake 149 covers a land area of approximately 139.83 km².

The median age of the population in Cold Lake 149 is 31.80 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Cold Lake 149 is Cree.

The median household income in Cold Lake 149 is $65,500, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Cold Lake 149.

Christian is the predominant religion in Cold Lake 149.

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.