Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Squawkum Creek 3 has a population of around 130 people. The Indian reserve's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Squawkum Creek 3 has increased by ▲ 12.07%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 116 | 130 | +12.07% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.31% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Squawkum Creek 3's population is projected to reach approximately 146 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 92.41 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 130 | 146 | 92.41 |
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.
Squawkum Creek 3 Population Trend & Context
Squawkum Creek 3 had a 2021 census population of 130 — an increase of 14 (▲ 12.07%) people from the 116 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among British Columbia Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 27 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Squawkum Creek 3 is around 80 while the female population is around 50.
Of the 130 total population in Squawkum Creek 3, the largest gender is male with around 80 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | 50 | +37.50% |
Is Squawkum Creek 3 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Squawkum Creek 3 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against British Columbia, 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.
Squawkum Creek 3 Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Squawkum Creek 3 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Squawkum Creek 3 | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 27 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Squawkum Creek 3 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 11.50% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 27.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 53.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 26.90% and 15.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Squawkum Creek 3 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 45.00% | 30.00% | 70.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 56.30% | 60.00% | 53.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 25.00% | 15.00% | 35.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 31.30% | 30.00% | 26.90% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 10.00% | 20.00% |
| 65 years and over | 12.50% | 20.00% | 15.40% |
Population of Squawkum Creek 3 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Squawkum Creek 3 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Squawkum Creek 3 is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Squawkum Creek 3 are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 69.23% of the total population, followed by North American Indigenous (11.54%), Portuguese (0.00%), American (0.00%), and Spanish (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Squawkum Creek 3 include Swedish, Hungarian, Acadian, Pakistani, and African.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 73.33% | 63.64% | 69.23% |
| North American Indigenous | 0.00% | 18.18% | 11.54% |
| Portuguese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Spanish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Swedish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Hungarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Acadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Pakistani | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| African | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Squawkum Creek 3
About 92.59% of Squawkum Creek 3's population (125 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 7.41% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 120 people (92.30% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Squawkum Creek 3's population profile.
About 0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Squawkum Creek 3's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 7.7% are second generation, and 92.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 30 of Squawkum Creek 3's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 14.30% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 14.30% of the population. 1 person, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 7.15%, 7.15%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 10 | 14.30% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 14.30% |
| 1 person | 5 | 7.15% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 7.15% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Squawkum Creek 3
Of census families in Squawkum Creek 3, 71.4% are couple families and 28.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.
0.0% of households in Squawkum Creek 3 are one-person households, 57.1% are couple-family households, 14.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Couple-family households | 20 | 57.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 14.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Squawkum Creek 3
Analyzing income distribution in Squawkum Creek 3 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Squawkum Creek 3 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 Indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Squawkum Creek 3 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 Squawkum Creek 3's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Squawkum Creek 3'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 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 Squawkum Creek 3
This data sheds light on the distribution of Squawkum Creek 3 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.
55.60% or most of the Squawkum Creek 3 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 10 | 25 | 55.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 10 | 15 | 33.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Squawkum Creek 3
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Squawkum Creek 3. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Squawkum Creek 3 is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 57.89% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Squawkum Creek 3, 33.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 22.2% worked part year and/or part time, and 44.4% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 30 | 33.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 20 | 22.2% |
| Did not work | 40 | 44.4% |
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 Squawkum Creek 3's population (around 83.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Squawkum Creek 3 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Squawkum Creek 3 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Squawkum Creek 3 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Construction sector comes second at 17%, followed by Manufacturing at 17%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 10 | 25% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 17% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 0 | 17% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 17% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 17% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 17% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 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% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Squawkum Creek 3 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Squawkum Creek 3: Public administration (25%), Construction (17%), Manufacturing (17%)
Top occupation categories in Squawkum Creek 3: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (25%), Sales and service occupations (25%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (25%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 30 | 15 | 40 | 72.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 10 | 15 | 27.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Squawkum Creek 3 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 Squawkum Creek 3 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Squawkum Creek 3 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 54.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 18.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 18.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 18.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Squawkum Creek 3 shed 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 Squawkum Creek 3's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Squawkum Creek 3. About 130 people living in the Indian reserve speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 130 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 130 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 96.2% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Squawkum Creek 3 is predominantly Christian. About 15 of its population is Christian (0 males and 0 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Squawkum Creek 3
Parks
Green Spaces in Squawkum Creek 3
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Sq'ewlets Sports Park | Parks | 3.8 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Indian Reserves to Squawkum Creek 3
- Holachten 8 3.7 km · 330 people
- Scowlitz 1 4.6 km · 5 people
- Skwali 3 6.1 km
- Skwah 4 7.0 km · 245 people
- Skway 5 7.7 km · 89 people
- Lakahahmen 11 8.1 km · 170 people
- Kwawkwawapilt 6 8.3 km · 295 people
- Chehalis 5 9.0 km · 500 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Squawkum Creek 3
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Squawkum Creek 3 has a population of 130 people, making it the 281st Indian reserve in British Columbia. The population increased significantly from 116 in 2016, an increase of 14 people or 12.07%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 82.2 people per km² across a land area of 1.58 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Squawkum Creek 3's population grew by 12.07% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 116 to 130 people, a gain of 14 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other British Columbia Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 27.00 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (14.3%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Squawkum Creek 3 has a population density of approximately 82.20 people per square kilometre.
Squawkum Creek 3 covers a land area of approximately 1.58 km².
The median age of the population in Squawkum Creek 3 is 27.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Squawkum Creek 3 is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Squawkum Creek 3 is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Squawkum Creek 3.
Christian is the predominant religion in Squawkum Creek 3.
According to the 2021 Census, 96.2% of Squawkum Creek 3's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 28.6% of census families in Squawkum Creek 3, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Squawkum Creek 3, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Squawkum Creek 3's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Squawkum Creek 3, 33.3% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.