Tahsis, British Columbia Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Tahsis. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 5.26 km2. The village has a population density of 74.70 people per km2.

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

Tahsis on the Map

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Tahsis location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Tahsis has a population of around 393 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Tahsis has increased by 58.47%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
248393 +58.47%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.64% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Tahsis's population is projected to reach approximately 623 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 118.44 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
393623118.44

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 Tahsis is around 210 while the female population is around 185.

Of the 393 total population in Tahsis, the largest gender is male with around 210 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
210185 +11.90%

Is Tahsis a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

35.7%
Unemployment rate
27.3 pts above the province
26.9%
Employment rate
31.0 pts below the province
41.8%
Participation rate
21.5 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$42,000
Median household income
$43,000 below the province
33.5%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
22.7 pts above the province

Commute

85.7%
Commute under 30 minutes
19.9 pts above the province
64.3%
Commute by car
15.6 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.3 pts below the province

Housing Character

67.4%
Single-detached houses
25.0 pts above the province
10.9%
Apartments (any building size)
32.6 pts below the province

Household Composition

1.70 people
Average household size
0.70people below the province
51.1%
One-person households
21.7 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Tahsis has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 15.40% of the total population. The village median age is 58.80.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years35 16.70%20 10.80% 42.86%60 15.40%
Median age of the population62 61.60%56 56.00% 8.12%59 58.80%
Average age of the population55 55.00%51 50.60% 9.09%53 53.00%
65 to 69 years25 11.90%25 13.50% 0.00%50 12.80%
55 to 59 years25 11.90%20 10.80% 20.00%45 11.50%
70 to 74 years25 11.90%15 8.10% 40.00%45 11.50%
40 to 44 years15 7.10%10 5.40% 33.33%25 6.40%
50 to 54 years10 4.80%15 8.10% 33.33%25 6.40%
5 to 9 years5 2.40%10 5.40% 50.00%20 5.10%
15 to 19 years10 4.80%10 5.40% 0.00%20 5.10%
45 to 49 years10 4.80%10 5.40% 0.00%20 5.10%
75 to 79 years15 7.10%10 5.40% 33.33%20 5.10%
30 to 34 years5 2.40%5 2.70% 0.00%15 3.80%
35 to 39 years5 2.40%15 8.10% 66.67%15 3.80%
10 to 14 years5 2.40%5 2.70% 0.00%10 2.60%
25 to 29 years0 0.00%5 2.70% 100.00%10 2.60%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%5 2.70% 100.00%10 2.60%
20 to 24 years5 2.40%0 0.00% 100.00%5 1.30%
85 years and over5 2.40%0 0.00% 100.00%5 1.30%

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 60.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 32.10% and 60.30%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Tahsis

Population of Tahsis by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Tahsis is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Tahsis 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 25.68% of the total population, followed by Scottish (25.68%), Irish (24.32%), German (24.32%), and French (20.27%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Ukrainian, Canadian, Polish, American, and British Isles.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English28.57%21.88%25.68%
Scottish21.43%31.25%25.68%
Irish21.43%28.13%24.32%
German19.05%31.25%24.32%
French21.43%18.75%20.27%
Ukrainian14.29%12.50%14.86%
Canadian11.90%15.63%13.51%
Polish4.76%9.38%6.76%
American9.52%0.00%6.76%
British Isles4.76%0.00%5.41%

Immigration Profile

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

About 8.1% of Tahsis's population are immigrants (30 people).

The top countries of origin for Tahsis's immigrant population are Italy (10), United Kingdom (10), Trinidad and Tobago (0), United States of America (0), Bosnia and Herzegovina (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Italy10
United Kingdom10
Trinidad and Tobago0
United States of America0
Bosnia and Herzegovina0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 155 of Tahsis's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 25.55% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 18.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 3.20%, 2.15%, and 1.05%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person12025.55%
2 persons8518.10%
3 persons153.20%
4 persons102.15%
5 or more persons51.05%

Income in Tahsis

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Tahsis is $28,200.

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 Tahsis population or around 50 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 40 and 25 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Tahsis's median household income is $42,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Tahsis's median household income is 42,000 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 Tahsis

This data sheds light on the distribution of Tahsis 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.

48.60% or most of the Tahsis population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 27.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 24.75% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 5.35% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree16010527048.60%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate807015027.80%
No certificate, diploma or degree805013524.75%
Bachelor's degree or higher1510305.35%

Below national average 5.4% of Tahsis's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Tahsis

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Tahsis. 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 14.93% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate26.87%
Unemployment rate14.93%

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 Tahsis's population (around 48.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 20 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 35.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed201535

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Tahsis has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the public administration sector. The Construction sector comes second at 19%, followed by Manufacturing at 7%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration30022%
Construction15019%
Manufacturing1007%
Retail trade0107%
Information and cultural industries0107%
Health care and social assistance0107%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
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%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Tahsis: Public administration (22%), Construction (19%), -33 Manufacturing (7%)

Top occupation categories in Tahsis: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (30%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Legislative and senior management occupations (7%)

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 work25205055.60%
No fixed workplace address15102527.80%
Worked at home10102022.20%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Tahsis 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
Less than 15 minutes71.40%
15 to 29 minutes14.30%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
46.58%
Married or living common-law
53.42%

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 Tahsis. About 370 people living in the province speak English, 25 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English370
French25
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
English88.6%96.2%
French6.3%2.5%
Non-official languages3.8%1.3%

Religion

Tahsis is predominantly Christian. About 90 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
Christian24.7%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Tahsis

According to the 2021 census, Tahsis has a population of approximately 393 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Tahsis increased by 58.47%.

Tahsis has a population density of approximately 74.70 people per square kilometre.

Tahsis covers a land area of approximately 5.26 km².

The median age of the population in Tahsis is 58.80 years.

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

The median household income in Tahsis is $42,000, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Tahsis.

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.