Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Chandler has a population of around 7,490 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Chandler has decreased by ▼ -0.74%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 7,546 | 7,490 | --0.74% |
2026 Population Projection
Chandler's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 7,490 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Chandler Population Trend & Context
Chandler had a 2021 census population of 7,490 — a decline of 56 (▼ 0.74%) people from the 7,546 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Quebec towns. The town's median age of 56 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Chandler is around 3,665 while the female population is around 3,825.
Of the 7,490 total population in Chandler, the largest gender is female with around 3,825 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3,665 | 3,825 | -4.18% |
Is Chandler a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Chandler compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Quebec, 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.
Chandler Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Chandler compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Chandler | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 56 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11.4% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.7% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Chandler has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 10.20% of the total population. The town median age is 56.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 365 10.00% | 400 10.50% | 8.75% | 765 10.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 385 10.50% | 380 9.90% | 1.30% | 765 10.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 310 8.50% | 365 9.50% | 15.07% | 670 8.90% |
| 55 to 59 years | 330 9.00% | 335 8.80% | 1.49% | 660 8.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 240 6.50% | 275 7.20% | 12.73% | 510 6.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 230 6.30% | 230 6.00% | 0.00% | 465 6.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 210 5.70% | 220 5.80% | 4.55% | 430 5.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 195 5.30% | 190 5.00% | 2.56% | 390 5.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 165 4.50% | 145 3.80% | 12.12% | 315 4.20% |
| 20 to 24 years | 160 4.40% | 150 3.90% | 6.25% | 310 4.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 155 4.20% | 150 3.90% | 3.23% | 305 4.10% |
| 30 to 34 years | 135 3.70% | 170 4.40% | 20.59% | 300 4.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 165 4.50% | 125 3.30% | 24.24% | 290 3.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 150 4.10% | 135 3.50% | 10.00% | 285 3.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 130 3.50% | 155 4.10% | 16.13% | 280 3.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 115 3.10% | 160 4.20% | 28.13% | 275 3.70% |
| 85 years and over | 90 2.50% | 160 4.20% | 43.75% | 250 3.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 135 3.70% | 95 2.50% | 29.63% | 225 3.00% |
| 85 to 89 years | 55 1.50% | 100 2.60% | 45.00% | 155 2.10% |
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 56.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 32.40% and 10.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Chandler are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 57.70% | 55.80% | 56.70% |
| 65 years and over | 30.80% | 34.00% | 32.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 11.30% | 10.30% | 10.80% |
Population of Chandler by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Chandler is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Chandler is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Chandler are Canadian, which accounts for 33.83% of the total population, followed by French (22.51%), French Canadian (9.97%), Irish (9.08%), and Gaspesian (5.29%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Chandler include Acadian, English, Scottish, First Nations (North American Indian), and Mi'kmaq.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 34.35% | 33.33% | 33.83% |
| French | 23.13% | 21.91% | 22.51% |
| French Canadian | 8.86% | 10.89% | 9.97% |
| Irish | 8.86% | 9.30% | 9.08% |
| Gaspesian | 4.71% | 5.84% | 5.29% |
| Acadian | 4.16% | 5.05% | 4.61% |
| English | 2.91% | 2.39% | 2.64% |
| Scottish | 1.66% | 2.52% | 2.17% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 2.08% | 2.12% | 2.17% |
| Mi'kmaq | 2.22% | 1.99% | 2.10% |
Indigenous Identity in Chandler
About 7.39% of Chandler's population (545 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 92.61% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 80 people (1.10% 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 Chandler's population profile.
About 0.7% of Chandler's population are immigrants (55 people).
The top countries of origin for Chandler's immigrant population are Algeria (15), France (15), Congo, Democratic Republic of the (0), Egypt (0), Eritrea (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Algeria | 15 |
| France | 15 |
| Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 0 |
| Egypt | 0 |
| Eritrea | 0 |
99.6% of Chandler's residents (7,345 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.3% are not.
By generation status, 0.8% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 1.2% are second generation, and 98.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 2,655 of Chandler's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.35% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.35%, 4.00%, and 1.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,380 | 19.35% |
| 1 person | 1,260 | 17.65% |
| 3 persons | 525 | 7.35% |
| 4 persons | 285 | 4.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 120 | 1.70% |
Family and Household Structure in Chandler
Of census families in Chandler, 75.3% are couple families and 24.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
35.2% of households in Chandler are one-person households, 43.1% are couple-family households, 12.4% are one-parent-family households, and 2.4% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 1,260 | 35.2% |
| Couple-family households | 1,540 | 43.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 445 | 12.4% |
| Multigenerational households | 85 | 2.4% |
Income in Chandler
Analyzing income distribution in Chandler can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Chandler is $35,200.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Chandler population or around 1,255 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 795 and 605 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Chandler's median household income is $60,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Chandler's median household income is 24,000 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 Chandler
This data sheds light on the distribution of Chandler 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.
58.90% or most of the Chandler population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 24.70% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 16.50% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 | 940 | 1,175 | 2,120 | 58.90% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 485 | 405 | 890 | 24.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 260 | 340 | 595 | 16.50% |
Below national average 12.8% of Chandler's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Chandler
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Chandler. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Chandler is at 9.82% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 46.98% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.82% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Chandler, 24.2% worked full year full time in the reference year, 28.9% worked part year and/or part time, and 47.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 1,580 | 24.2% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 1,890 | 28.9% |
| Did not work | 3,075 | 47.0% |
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 Chandler's population (around 58.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 160 men and 90 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 250.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 160 | 90 | 250 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Chandler industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Chandler is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Chandler has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Manufacturing at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 140 | 650 | 23% |
| Retail trade | 225 | 225 | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 295 | 115 | 12% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 225 | 35 | 8% |
| Public administration | 115 | 135 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 70 | 130 | 6% |
| Educational services | 65 | 135 | 6% |
| Construction | 145 | 10 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 60 | 85 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 85 | 10 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 40 | 40 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 55 | 25 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 10 | 60 | 2% |
| Wholesale trade | 50 | 0 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Chandler residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Chandler: Health care and social assistance (23%), Retail trade (13%), Manufacturing (12%)
Top occupation categories in Chandler: Sales and service occupations (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%), 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 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 | 1,055 | 1,340 | 2,395 | 78.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 285 | 95 | 380 | 12.40% |
| Worked at home | 120 | 170 | 290 | 9.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 10 | 0 | 10 | 0.30% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Chandler 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 Chandler residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Chandler 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 | 61.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 8.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Chandler 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Chandler'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.
French is the most spoken official language in Chandler. About 7,060 people living in the town speak French, 285 people speak English, 35 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 7,060 |
| English | 285 |
| English and French | 35 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 19.8% of Chandler's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.3% know English only, 79.8% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 25 | 0.3% |
| French only | 5,895 | 79.8% |
| English and French | 1,465 | 19.8% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| French | 94.4% | 96.5% |
| English | 3.7% | 2.4% |
| Non-official languages | 0.5% | 0.1% |
Religion
Chandler is predominantly Christian. About 6,705 of its population is Christian (3,235 males and 3,465 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 0.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 91.0% |
| Islam | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Chandler
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Places to Visit in Chandler
Attractions
Historic Sites
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Green Spaces in Chandler
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc du souvenir | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Parc Recreatif De Pabos Inc | Parks | 17.9 ha |
| Réserve faunique de Port-Daniel | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Chandler
- Grande-Riviere 14.5 km · 3,384 people
- Perce 39.3 km · 3,095 people
- Hope Town 48.6 km · 334 people
- Paspebiac 55.3 km · 3,033 people
- New Richmond 90.3 km · 3,683 people
- Murdochville 90.7 km · 643 people
- Gaspe 106.5 km · 15,063 people
- Sainte-Anne-des-Monts 158.2 km · 6,121 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandler
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Chandler has a population of 7,490 people, making it the 121st town in Quebec. The population declined slightly from 7,546 in 2016, a decrease of 56 people or 0.74%. The town has a population density of 17.9 people per km² across a land area of 418.45 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Chandler's population declined by 0.74% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 7,546 to 7,490 people, a loss of 56 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 56.00 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (35.3%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Chandler has a population density of approximately 17.90 people per square kilometre.
Chandler covers a land area of approximately 418.45 km².
The median age of the population in Chandler is 56.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Chandler is Canadian.
The median household income in Chandler is $60,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Chandler.
Christian is the predominant religion in Chandler.
According to the 2021 Census, 7.4% of Chandler's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
99.6% of Chandler's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 24.6% of census families in Chandler, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 2.4% of all households in Chandler, per the 2021 Census.
19.8% of Chandler'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 Chandler, 24.2% 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.