Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Lac-Saint-Joseph has a population of around 304 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lac-Saint-Joseph has increased by ▲ 16.92%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 260 | 304 | +16.92% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.18% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Lac-Saint-Joseph's population is projected to reach approximately 355 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 10.55 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 304 | 355 | 10.55 |
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.
Lac-Saint-Joseph Population Trend & Context
Lac-Saint-Joseph had a 2021 census population of 304 — an increase of 44 (▲ 16.92%) people from the 260 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec towns. The town's median age of 61.2 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph is around 155 while the female population is around 150.
Of the 304 total population in Lac-Saint-Joseph, the largest gender is male with around 155 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 155 | 150 | +3.23% |
Is Lac-Saint-Joseph a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Lac-Saint-Joseph 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.
Lac-Saint-Joseph Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Lac-Saint-Joseph compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Lac-Saint-Joseph | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $112,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 61.2 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 62.3% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Lac-Saint-Joseph has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 16.70% of the total population. The town median age is 61.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 38.30% and 5.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Lac-Saint-Joseph are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 48.40% | 63.30% | 56.70% |
| 65 years and over | 48.40% | 30.00% | 38.30% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 3.20% | 6.70% | 5.00% |
Population of Lac-Saint-Joseph by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Lac-Saint-Joseph is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Lac-Saint-Joseph 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph are French, which accounts for 48.39% of the total population, followed by Canadian (22.58%), Scottish (9.68%), Irish (8.06%), and French Canadian (3.23%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Lac-Saint-Joseph include American, Amhara, Paraguayan, English, and German.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 50.00% | 46.67% | 48.39% |
| Canadian | 28.13% | 20.00% | 22.58% |
| Scottish | 6.25% | 10.00% | 9.68% |
| Irish | 6.25% | 6.67% | 8.06% |
| French Canadian | 6.25% | 0.00% | 3.23% |
| American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 3.23% |
| Amhara | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Paraguayan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| English | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Lac-Saint-Joseph
About 6.45% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population (20 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 93.55% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph's population profile.
About 0.0% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Lac-Saint-Joseph'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 |
100.0% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's residents (310 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 98.4% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 170 of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 19.70% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.55%, 1.50%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 85 | 25.75% |
| 1 person | 65 | 19.70% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 4.55% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 1.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Lac-Saint-Joseph
Of census families in Lac-Saint-Joseph, 85.7% are couple families and 14.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.3 people.
36.4% of households in Lac-Saint-Joseph are one-person households, 51.5% are couple-family households, 9.1% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 60 | 36.4% |
| Couple-family households | 85 | 51.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 15 | 9.1% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Lac-Saint-Joseph
Analyzing income distribution in Lac-Saint-Joseph can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lac-Saint-Joseph is $56,000.
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 Lac-Saint-Joseph population or around 50 people falls in the $150,000 and over group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 30 and 25 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Lac-Saint-Joseph's median household income is $112,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Lac-Saint-Joseph's median household income is 28,000 dollars above 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph
This data sheds light on the distribution of Lac-Saint-Joseph 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.
92.90% or most of the Lac-Saint-Joseph population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 7.10% 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 | 60 | 70 | 130 | 92.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 10 | 7.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Above national average 64.3% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Lac-Saint-Joseph
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Lac-Saint-Joseph. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Lac-Saint-Joseph is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 36.21% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Lac-Saint-Joseph, 22.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 24.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 54.4% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 65 | 22.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 70 | 24.6% |
| Did not work | 155 | 54.4% |
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 Lac-Saint-Joseph's population (around 66.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 20 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 30.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 20 | 0 | 30 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Lac-Saint-Joseph industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Lac-Saint-Joseph is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Lac-Saint-Joseph has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Wholesale trade at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 0 | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 0 | 14% |
| Wholesale trade | 15 | 0 | 14% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 14% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 14% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Lac-Saint-Joseph: Professional, scientific and technical services (19%), Manufacturing (14%), Wholesale trade (14%)
Top occupation categories in Lac-Saint-Joseph: Legislative and senior management occupations (38%), Business, finance and administration occupations (29%), Sales and service occupations (19%)
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 | 45 | 15 | 55 | 52.40% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 35 | 45 | 42.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Lac-Saint-Joseph 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lac-Saint-Joseph 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 75.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Lac-Saint-Joseph 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 Lac-Saint-Joseph'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 Lac-Saint-Joseph. About 300 people living in the town speak French, 0 people speak English, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 300 |
| English | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 62.3% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.0% know English only, 39.3% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 0 | 0.0% |
| French only | 120 | 39.3% |
| English and French | 190 | 62.3% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 98.4% |
| English | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Lac-Saint-Joseph is predominantly Christian. About 300 of its population is Christian (160 males and 145 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 98.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Green Spaces in Lac-Saint-Joseph
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Station forestière de Duchesnay | Nature Reserves | 9,049.6 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Lac-Saint-Joseph
- Fossambault-sur-le-Lac 7.4 km · 2,327 people
- Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier 10.5 km · 8,442 people
- Lac-Sergent 11.0 km · 541 people
- Shannon 11.2 km · 6,432 people
- Saint-Raymond 15.4 km · 11,108 people
- Lac-Delage 18.9 km · 771 people
- Pont-Rouge 20.4 km · 10,121 people
- Saint-Basile 24.2 km · 2,709 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Lac-Saint-Joseph
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Lac-Saint-Joseph has a population of 304 people, making it the 285th town in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 260 in 2016, an increase of 44 people or 16.92%. The town has a population density of 9.0 people per km² across a land area of 33.65 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Lac-Saint-Joseph's population grew by 16.92% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 260 to 304 people, a gain of 44 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 61.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (39.4%) 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.
Lac-Saint-Joseph has a population density of approximately 9.00 people per square kilometre.
Lac-Saint-Joseph covers a land area of approximately 33.65 km².
The median age of the population in Lac-Saint-Joseph is 61.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lac-Saint-Joseph is French.
The median household income in Lac-Saint-Joseph is $112,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Lac-Saint-Joseph.
Christian is the predominant religion in Lac-Saint-Joseph.
According to the 2021 Census, 6.6% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Lac-Saint-Joseph's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 14.3% of census families in Lac-Saint-Joseph, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Lac-Saint-Joseph, per the 2021 Census.
62.3% of Lac-Saint-Joseph'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 Lac-Saint-Joseph, 22.8% 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.