Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Sedgewick has a population of around 761 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Sedgewick has decreased by -6.17%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 811 | 761 | --6.17% |
2026 Population Projection
Sedgewick's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 761 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Sedgewick is around 380 while the female population is around 380.
Of the 761 total population in Sedgewick, the largest gender is female with around 380 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 380 | 380 | -0.00% |
Is Sedgewick a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Sedgewick compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Alberta, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
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Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Towns Near Sedgewick
- Killam (10.9 km)
- Hardisty (28.6 km)
- Daysland (39.6 km)
- Castor (63.8 km)
- Coronation (77.8 km)
- Provost (81.9 km)
- Bashaw (88.3 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Sedgewick has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.60% of the total population. The town median age is 43.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 25 6.60% | 35 9.20% | 28.57% | 65 8.60% |
| 60 to 64 years | 25 6.60% | 30 7.90% | 16.67% | 55 7.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25 6.60% | 25 6.60% | 0.00% | 50 6.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 25 6.60% | 25 6.60% | 0.00% | 50 6.60% |
| 0 to 4 years | 25 6.60% | 20 5.30% | 20.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 15 3.90% | 25 6.60% | 40.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 25 6.60% | 15 3.90% | 40.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 5.30% | 25 6.60% | 20.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 30 to 34 years | 25 6.60% | 20 5.30% | 20.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 25 6.60% | 20 5.30% | 20.00% | 45 5.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 25 6.60% | 15 3.90% | 40.00% | 45 5.90% |
| Median age of the population | 41 41.20% | 44 44.00% | 6.82% | 43 43.20% |
| Average age of the population | 42 41.60% | 43 43.30% | 4.62% | 43 42.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 5.30% | 15 3.90% | 25.00% | 40 5.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 15 3.90% | 25 6.60% | 40.00% | 40 5.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15 3.90% | 15 3.90% | 0.00% | 35 4.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15 3.90% | 15 3.90% | 0.00% | 35 4.60% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15 3.90% | 15 3.90% | 0.00% | 30 3.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 2.60% | 15 3.90% | 33.33% | 30 3.90% |
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 61.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.70% and 17.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Sedgewick are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of Sedgewick by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Sedgewick is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Sedgewick 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 33.55% of the total population, followed by Scottish (27.74%), Irish (27.10%), German (27.10%), and Norwegian (20.65%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, Ukrainian, Polish, Dutch, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30.00% | 37.33% | 33.55% |
| Scottish | 23.75% | 30.67% | 27.74% |
| Irish | 27.50% | 26.67% | 27.10% |
| German | 21.25% | 34.67% | 27.10% |
| Norwegian | 17.50% | 21.33% | 20.65% |
| Canadian | 16.25% | 6.67% | 10.97% |
| Ukrainian | 11.25% | 12.00% | 10.97% |
| Polish | 6.25% | 6.67% | 7.10% |
| Dutch | 6.25% | 5.33% | 5.81% |
| Swedish | 7.50% | 4.00% | 5.81% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Sedgewick's population profile.
About 2.6% of Sedgewick's population are immigrants (20 people).
The top countries of origin for Sedgewick's immigrant population are Germany (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Germany | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 295 of Sedgewick's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 18.05% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.55%, 4.85%, and 2.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 135 | 18.75% |
| 1 person | 130 | 18.05% |
| 4 persons | 40 | 5.55% |
| 3 persons | 35 | 4.85% |
| 5 or more persons | 20 | 2.80% |
Income in Sedgewick
Analyzing income distribution in Sedgewick can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Sedgewick is $44,000.
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 Sedgewick population or around 100 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 90 and 85 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Sedgewick's median household income is $75,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Sedgewick's median household income is 8,500 dollars below 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 Sedgewick
This data sheds light on the distribution of Sedgewick 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.
52.15% or most of the Sedgewick population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 37.25% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 11.30% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.60% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 245 | 280 | 525 | 52.15% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 175 | 205 | 380 | 37.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 45 | 75 | 115 | 11.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 85 | 25 | 115 | 10.60% |
Below national average 11.3% of Sedgewick's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Sedgewick
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Sedgewick. 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 9.52% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 53.97% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.52% |
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 Sedgewick's population (around 58.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 60 men and 25 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 80.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 60 | 25 | 80 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Sedgewick industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Sedgewick is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Sedgewick has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 11%, followed by Retail trade at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 70 | 18% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 40 | 0 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 20 | 10% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 35 | 10 | 10% |
| Construction | 25 | 15 | 9% |
| Public administration | 20 | 15 | 9% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 20 | 0 | 6% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 20 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 0 | 5% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Sedgewick residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Sedgewick: Health care and social assistance (18%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (11%), -45 Retail trade (10%)
Top occupation categories in Sedgewick: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Sales and service occupations (18%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)
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 | 120 | 140 | 260 | 76.50% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 35 | 50 | 14.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 0 | 35 | 10.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Sedgewick 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 Sedgewick residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Sedgewick 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 |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 60.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 24.10% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.40% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Sedgewickshed 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 Sedgewick'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 Sedgewick. About 755 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.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 755 |
| French | 5 |
| 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 | 94.7% | 98.0% |
| Non-official languages | 3.9% | 2.0% |
| French | 0.7% | 0.0% |
Religion
Sedgewick is predominantly Christian. About 440 of its population is Christian (230 males and 230 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% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sedgewick
According to the 2021 census, Sedgewick has a population of approximately 761 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Sedgewick decreased by 6.17%.
Sedgewick has a population density of approximately 280.70 people per square kilometre.
Sedgewick covers a land area of approximately 2.71 km².
The median age of the population in Sedgewick is 43.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Sedgewick is English.
The median household income in Sedgewick is $75,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Sedgewick.
Christian is the predominant religion in Sedgewick.
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.