Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Normandin has a population of around 2,991 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Normandin has decreased by ▼ -1.38%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3,033 | 2,991 | --1.38% |
2026 Population Projection
Normandin's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 2,991 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Normandin Population Trend & Context
Normandin had a 2021 census population of 2,991 — a decline of 42 (▼ 1.38%) people from the 3,033 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Quebec towns. The town's median age of 45.2 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 Normandin is around 1,495 while the female population is around 1,495.
Of the 2,991 total population in Normandin, the largest gender is female with around 1,495 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,495 | 1,495 | -0.00% |
Is Normandin a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Normandin 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.
Normandin Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Normandin compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Normandin | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 45.2 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 8.5% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.7% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Normandin has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 8.70% of the total population. The town median age is 45.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 130 8.70% | 135 9.00% | 3.70% | 260 8.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 135 9.00% | 115 7.70% | 14.81% | 255 8.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 115 7.70% | 110 7.40% | 4.35% | 220 7.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 105 7.00% | 100 6.70% | 4.76% | 205 6.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 105 7.00% | 95 6.40% | 9.52% | 200 6.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 105 7.00% | 90 6.00% | 14.29% | 195 6.50% |
| 10 to 14 years | 80 5.40% | 100 6.70% | 20.00% | 180 6.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 85 5.70% | 90 6.00% | 5.56% | 180 6.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 75 5.00% | 75 5.00% | 0.00% | 150 5.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 75 5.00% | 70 4.70% | 6.67% | 145 4.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 65 4.30% | 75 5.00% | 13.33% | 140 4.70% |
| 20 to 24 years | 70 4.70% | 75 5.00% | 6.67% | 140 4.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 75 5.00% | 65 4.30% | 13.33% | 140 4.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 65 4.30% | 65 4.30% | 0.00% | 130 4.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 60 4.00% | 70 4.70% | 14.29% | 130 4.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 60 4.00% | 60 4.00% | 0.00% | 115 3.80% |
| 80 to 84 years | 45 3.00% | 55 3.70% | 18.18% | 105 3.50% |
| 85 years and over | 45 3.00% | 55 3.70% | 18.18% | 100 3.30% |
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 56.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.40% and 17.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Normandin are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 57.50% | 56.20% | 56.80% |
| 65 years and over | 24.70% | 26.40% | 25.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.40% | 17.70% | 17.70% |
Population of Normandin by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Normandin is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Normandin 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 Normandin are Canadian, which accounts for 48.28% of the total population, followed by French (16.72%), French Canadian (6.21%), Caucasian (White) (2.41%), and European (2.07%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Normandin include Acadian, First Nations (North American Indian), North American Indigenous, Irish, and Christian, n.i.e..
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 50.51% | 46.34% | 48.28% |
| French | 15.70% | 17.77% | 16.72% |
| French Canadian | 6.48% | 5.92% | 6.21% |
| Caucasian (White) | 2.05% | 2.79% | 2.41% |
| European | 2.39% | 1.39% | 2.07% |
| Acadian | 1.71% | 2.09% | 1.90% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 1.71% | 1.74% | 1.72% |
| North American Indigenous | 2.39% | 1.05% | 1.72% |
| Irish | 1.37% | 1.05% | 1.38% |
| Christian, n.i.e. | 2.05% | 0.00% | 1.38% |
Indigenous Identity in Normandin
About 5.17% of Normandin's population (150 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 94.83% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 35 people (1.20% 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 Normandin's population profile.
About 0.7% of Normandin's population are immigrants (20 people).
The top countries of origin for Normandin'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 |
99.0% of Normandin's residents (2,870 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.9% are not.
By generation status, 1.4% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 1.0% are second generation, and 97.6% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,000 of Normandin's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.55% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.70%, 4.75%, and 3.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 520 | 19.75% |
| 1 person | 435 | 16.55% |
| 4 persons | 150 | 5.70% |
| 3 persons | 125 | 4.75% |
| 5 or more persons | 85 | 3.25% |
Family and Household Structure in Normandin
Of census families in Normandin, 85.5% are couple families and 14.5% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
33.1% of households in Normandin are one-person households, 54.0% are couple-family households, 8.7% are one-parent-family households, and 1.1% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 435 | 33.1% |
| Couple-family households | 710 | 54.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 115 | 8.7% |
| Multigenerational households | 15 | 1.1% |
Income in Normandin
Analyzing income distribution in Normandin can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Normandin is $38,400.
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 Normandin population or around 410 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 385 and 365 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Normandin's median household income is $67,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Normandin's median household income is 17,000 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 Normandin
This data sheds light on the distribution of Normandin 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.
68.70% or most of the Normandin population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 17.70% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 13.90% 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 | 530 | 480 | 1,010 | 68.70% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 160 | 105 | 260 | 17.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 95 | 110 | 205 | 13.90% |
Below national average 9.2% of Normandin's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Normandin
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Normandin. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Normandin is at 6.10% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 59.70% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.10% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Normandin, 32.9% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.8% worked part year and/or part time, and 36.3% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 765 | 32.9% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 715 | 30.8% |
| Did not work | 845 | 36.3% |
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 Normandin's population (around 70.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 120 men and 40 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 165.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 120 | 40 | 165 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Normandin industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Normandin is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Normandin has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Retail trade at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 210 | 40 | 17% |
| Manufacturing | 140 | 55 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 80 | 105 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 35 | 155 | 13% |
| Construction | 100 | 25 | 9% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 55 | 40 | 7% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 65 | 30 | 6% |
| Educational services | 20 | 60 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 60 | 4% |
| Public administration | 15 | 25 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 35 | 0 | 2% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 1% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Normandin residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Normandin: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (17%), Manufacturing (14%), Retail trade (13%)
Top occupation categories in Normandin: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (25%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (13%)
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 | 550 | 510 | 1,060 | 76.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 185 | 20 | 205 | 14.80% |
| Worked at home | 50 | 65 | 115 | 8.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Normandin 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 Normandin residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Normandin 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 | 55.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 20.60% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 11.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 4.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Normandin 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 Normandin'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 Normandin. About 2,935 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 | 2,935 |
| English | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 12.9% of Normandin's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.0% know English only, 86.9% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 0 | 0.0% |
| French only | 2,555 | 86.9% |
| English and French | 380 | 12.9% |
| 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 | 99.5% | 99.7% |
| Non-official languages | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| English | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Normandin is predominantly Christian. About 2,455 of its population is Christian (1,230 males and 1,225 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 | 84.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Normandin
Schools
Parks
Places to Visit in Normandin
Museums
Green Spaces in Normandin
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc du Centenaire | Parks | 0.6 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Normandin
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- Roberval 42.3 km · 9,840 people
- Desbiens 63.2 km · 995 people
- Metabetchouan--Lac-a-la-Croix 66.3 km · 4,121 people
- Alma 72.0 km · 30,331 people
- Saint-Honore 111.3 km · 6,376 people
- La Tuque 156.4 km · 11,129 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Normandin
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Normandin has a population of 2,991 people, making it the 183rd town in Quebec. The population declined moderately from 3,033 in 2016, a decrease of 42 people or 1.38%. The town has a population density of 14.1 people per km² across a land area of 211.79 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Normandin's population declined by 1.38% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 3,033 to 2,991 people, a loss of 42 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 45.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (33.1%) 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.
Normandin has a population density of approximately 14.10 people per square kilometre.
Normandin covers a land area of approximately 211.79 km².
The median age of the population in Normandin is 45.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Normandin is Canadian.
The median household income in Normandin is $67,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Normandin.
Christian is the predominant religion in Normandin.
According to the 2021 Census, 5.2% of Normandin's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
99.0% of Normandin's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 14.5% of census families in Normandin, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 1.1% of all households in Normandin, per the 2021 Census.
12.9% of Normandin'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 Normandin, 32.9% 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.