Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Lery has a population of around 2,390 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lery has increased by ▲ 3.11%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,318 | 2,390 | +3.11% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.61% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Lery's population is projected to reach approximately 2,464 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 237.84 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 2,390 | 2,464 | 237.84 |
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.
Lery Population Trend & Context
Lery had a 2021 census population of 2,390 — an increase of 72 (▲ 3.11%) people from the 2,318 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec towns. The town's median age of 46 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 Lery is around 1,230 while the female population is around 1,160.
Of the 2,390 total population in Lery, the largest gender is male with around 1,230 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,230 | 1,160 | +5.69% |
Is Lery a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Lery 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.
Lery Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Lery compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Lery | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $95,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 46 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25.4% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 7.5% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Lery has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.40% of the total population. The town median age is 46.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 120 9.80% | 100 8.60% | 16.67% | 225 9.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 105 8.50% | 100 8.60% | 4.76% | 205 8.60% |
| 35 to 39 years | 85 6.90% | 90 7.80% | 5.56% | 175 7.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 85 6.90% | 85 7.30% | 0.00% | 175 7.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 85 6.90% | 60 5.20% | 29.41% | 145 6.10% |
| 40 to 44 years | 80 6.50% | 65 5.60% | 18.75% | 145 6.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 70 5.70% | 70 6.00% | 0.00% | 140 5.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 80 6.50% | 60 5.20% | 25.00% | 135 5.60% |
| 15 to 19 years | 70 5.70% | 65 5.60% | 7.14% | 135 5.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 65 5.30% | 70 6.00% | 7.14% | 135 5.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 60 4.90% | 70 6.00% | 14.29% | 130 5.40% |
| 45 to 49 years | 65 5.30% | 60 5.20% | 7.69% | 130 5.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 55 4.50% | 55 4.70% | 0.00% | 110 4.60% |
| 20 to 24 years | 45 3.70% | 55 4.70% | 18.18% | 105 4.40% |
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 61.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.50% and 16.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Lery are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.60% | 62.90% | 61.90% |
| 65 years and over | 21.10% | 22.00% | 21.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.90% | 15.10% | 16.50% |
Population of Lery by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Lery is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Lery 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 Lery are Canadian, which accounts for 33.47% of the total population, followed by French (28.24%), Irish (9.83%), French Canadian (8.58%), and Scottish (5.23%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Lery include Italian, Caucasian (White), English, German, and First Nations (North American Indian).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 34.69% | 32.33% | 33.47% |
| French | 26.12% | 30.60% | 28.24% |
| Irish | 10.20% | 9.48% | 9.83% |
| French Canadian | 9.80% | 7.33% | 8.58% |
| Scottish | 6.12% | 4.74% | 5.23% |
| Italian | 5.31% | 5.17% | 5.23% |
| Caucasian (White) | 2.45% | 3.88% | 3.14% |
| English | 2.86% | 2.59% | 2.72% |
| German | 2.45% | 2.16% | 2.30% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 2.04% | 1.72% | 2.09% |
Indigenous Identity in Lery
About 2.72% of Lery's population (65 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 97.28% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 25 people (1.00% 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 Lery's population profile.
About 7.5% of Lery's population are immigrants (180 people).
The top countries of origin for Lery's immigrant population are France (45), Iran (15), United States of America (10), Netherlands (10), Poland (10).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| France | 45 |
| Iran | 15 |
| United States of America | 10 |
| Netherlands | 10 |
| Poland | 10 |
99.4% of Lery's residents (2,375 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.6% are not.
By generation status, 7.5% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 7.9% are second generation, and 84.7% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 855 of Lery's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.20% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.60%, 6.35%, and 4.05%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 375 | 19.05% |
| 1 person | 260 | 13.20% |
| 3 persons | 150 | 7.60% |
| 4 persons | 125 | 6.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 80 | 4.05% |
Family and Household Structure in Lery
Of census families in Lery, 88.2% are couple families and 11.8% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
26.3% of households in Lery are one-person households, 59.1% are couple-family households, 7.1% are one-parent-family households, and 2.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 260 | 26.3% |
| Couple-family households | 585 | 59.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 70 | 7.1% |
| Multigenerational households | 20 | 2.0% |
Income in Lery
Analyzing income distribution in Lery can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lery is $46,800.
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 Lery population or around 290 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 275 and 240 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Lery's median household income is $95,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Lery's median household income is 11,000 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 Lery
This data sheds light on the distribution of Lery 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.
73.50% or most of the Lery population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 18.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.60% 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 | 425 | 470 | 900 | 73.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 130 | 95 | 230 | 18.80% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 65 | 35 | 105 | 8.60% |
Below national average 26.1% of Lery's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Lery
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Lery. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Lery is at 4.09% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 64.66% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.09% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Lery, 36.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 29.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.6% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 735 | 36.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 590 | 29.6% |
| Did not work | 670 | 33.6% |
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 Lery's population (around 65.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 170 men and 70 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 240.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 170 | 70 | 240 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Lery industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Lery is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Lery has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (16%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 35 | 180 | 16% |
| Construction | 115 | 35 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 90 | 70 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 95 | 45 | 10% |
| Educational services | 15 | 75 | 7% |
| Wholesale trade | 55 | 25 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 55 | 15 | 5% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 45 | 20 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 50 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 30 | 25 | 4% |
| Public administration | 35 | 10 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 25 | 20 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 20 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 20 | 20 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 20 | 15 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Utilities | 10 | 10 | 1% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Lery residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Lery: Health care and social assistance (16%), Construction (12%), Retail trade (12%)
Top occupation categories in Lery: Sales and service occupations (25%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (17%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%)
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 | 425 | 470 | 900 | 69.80% |
| Worked at home | 110 | 110 | 220 | 17.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 130 | 40 | 170 | 13.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Lery 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 Lery residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lery 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 33.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 29.60% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 23.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 9.90% |
| 60 minutes and over | 4.20% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Lery 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 Lery'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 Lery. About 1,965 people living in the town speak French, 380 people speak English, 40 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 1,965 |
| English | 380 |
| English and French | 40 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 61.9% of Lery's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 5.0% know English only, 32.8% know French only, and 0.2% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 120 | 5.0% |
| French only | 785 | 32.8% |
| English and French | 1,480 | 61.9% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 0.2% |
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 | 79.1% | 80.5% |
| English | 13.0% | 14.9% |
| Non-official languages | 4.6% | 1.9% |
Religion
Lery is predominantly Christian. About 1,690 of its population is Christian (855 males and 840 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 0.6% 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 | 70.7% |
| Islam | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Lery
Schools
Parks
- Parc des Enseignantes
- Parc de Concord
- Parc Georges-Rufiange
- Parc MacDonald
- Parc Ovide-Asselin
- Parc Raymond-Faubert
- Parc Louis-Philippe-Paré
Green Spaces in Lery
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc des Enseignantes | Parks | — |
| Parc de Concord | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Parc Georges-Rufiange | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Parc MacDonald | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Parc Ovide-Asselin | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Parc Raymond-Faubert | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Parc Louis-Philippe-Paré | Parks | 2.2 ha |
| Refuge d'oiseaux des Îles de la Paix | Nature Reserves | — |
| Réserve nationale de faune des îles de la Paix | Nature Reserves | — |
| Centre ecologique Fernand-Seguin | Nature Reserves | 91.4 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Lery
- Chateauguay 4.6 km · 50,815 people
- Mercier 6.1 km · 14,626 people
- Beauharnois 6.6 km · 13,638 people
- Notre-Dame-de-l'Ile-Perrot 7.8 km · 11,427 people
- Beaconsfield 10.3 km · 19,277 people
- L'Ile-Dorval 10.7 km · 30 people
- Baie-D'Urfe 11.7 km · 3,764 people
- Dorval 11.8 km · 19,302 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Lery
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Lery has a population of 2,390 people, making it the 202nd town in Quebec. The population increased moderately from 2,318 in 2016, an increase of 72 people or 3.11%. The town has a population density of 230.7 people per km² across a land area of 10.36 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Lery's population grew by 3.11% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 2,318 to 2,390 people, a gain of 72 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 46.00 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Lery has a population density of approximately 230.70 people per square kilometre.
Lery covers a land area of approximately 10.36 km².
The median age of the population in Lery is 46.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lery is Canadian.
The median household income in Lery is $95,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Lery.
Christian is the predominant religion in Lery.
According to the 2021 Census, 2.7% of Lery's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
99.4% of Lery's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 11.8% of census families in Lery, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 2.0% of all households in Lery, per the 2021 Census.
61.9% of Lery'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 Lery, 36.8% 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.