Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, Quebec Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 28.06 km2. The town has a population density of 407.30 people per km2.

We highlight the Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot on the Map

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has a population of around 11,427 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has increased by ▲ 7.26%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
10,65411,427 +7.26%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.41% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population is projected to reach approximately 12,256 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 436.78 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
11,42712,256436.78

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.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot Population Trend & Context

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot had a 2021 census population of 11,427 — an increase of 773 (▲ 7.26%) people from the 10,654 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 43.6 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.

Population By Genders

The male population of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is around 5,755 while the female population is around 5,670.

Of the 11,427 total population in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, the largest gender is male with around 5,755 male within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
5,7555,670 +1.48%

Is Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Quebec, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

5.0%
Unemployment rate
2.6 pts below the province
66.3%
Employment rate
7.0 pts above the province
69.8%
Participation rate
5.7 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$120,000
Median household income
$47,500 above the province
4.1%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
7.8 pts below the province

Commute

52.4%
Commute under 30 minutes
13.9 pts below the province
92.8%
Commute by car
10.4 pts above the province
3.5%
Commute by public transit
5.5 pts below the province

Housing Character

94.7%
Single-detached houses
50.1 pts above the province
2.6%
Apartments (any building size)
43.8 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.80 people
Average household size
0.60people above the province
15.0%
One-person households
20.1 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot Population Compared to Quebec

Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot compares to the town's key indicators:

IndicatorNotre-Dame-de-l’Ile-PerrotQuebec
Median household income$120,000$72,500
Unemployment rate5.0%7.6%
Median age43.643.2
Bachelor's degree or higher32.1%26.5%
Immigrants (%)16.9%14.6%

Population by Age Characteristics

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.10% of the total population. The town median age is 43.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
55 to 59 years555 9.60%495 8.70% 10.81%1,045 9.10%
50 to 54 years520 9.00%470 8.30% 9.62%990 8.70%
45 to 49 years440 7.60%515 9.10% 14.56%955 8.40%
60 to 64 years440 7.60%440 7.80% 0.00%880 7.70%
10 to 14 years450 7.80%400 7.10% 11.11%855 7.50%
40 to 44 years410 7.10%430 7.60% 4.65%840 7.40%
15 to 19 years415 7.20%395 7.00% 4.82%815 7.10%
5 to 9 years365 6.30%355 6.30% 2.74%715 6.30%
20 to 24 years385 6.70%320 5.60% 16.88%705 6.20%
35 to 39 years315 5.50%345 6.10% 8.70%655 5.70%
65 to 69 years315 5.50%325 5.70% 3.08%635 5.60%
0 to 4 years275 4.80%260 4.60% 5.45%535 4.70%
30 to 34 years225 3.90%255 4.50% 11.76%485 4.20%
70 to 74 years240 4.20%220 3.90% 8.33%460 4.00%
25 to 29 years190 3.30%180 3.20% 5.26%370 3.20%
75 to 79 years125 2.20%125 2.20% 0.00%250 2.20%
80 to 84 years70 1.20%70 1.20% 0.00%140 1.20%

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 67.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 18.50% and 13.80%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
15 to 64 years67.50%68.00%67.70%
0 to 14 years18.90%18.00%18.50%
65 years and over13.60%14.00%13.80%

Population of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot 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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot are Canadian, which accounts for 24.21% of the total population, followed by French (21.15%), Irish (8.67%), Italian (7.62%), and French Canadian (7.49%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot include Scottish, English, German, Romanian, and British Isles.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian24.96%23.46%24.21%
French20.43%21.87%21.15%
Irish8.35%8.99%8.67%
Italian7.30%7.94%7.62%
French Canadian8.09%6.97%7.49%
Scottish5.04%6.08%5.52%
English4.52%4.59%4.51%
German3.65%2.82%3.20%
Romanian3.22%2.82%2.98%
British Isles1.22%2.65%1.93%

Indigenous Identity in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

About 1.14% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population (130 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 98.86% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 35 people (0.30% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
1.14%
Non-Indigenous identity
98.86%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population profile.

About 16.9% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population are immigrants (1,925 people).

The top countries of origin for Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's immigrant population are Romania (160), China (100), France (100), Iran (85), Haiti (75).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Romania160
China100
France100
Iran85
Haiti75

97.2% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's residents (11,100 people) are Canadian citizens, and 2.8% are not.

By generation status, 18.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 15.5% are second generation, and 66.5% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 3,855 of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.75% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.20%, 7.50%, and 5.00%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons1,42517.50%
4 persons87510.75%
3 persons7509.20%
1 person6107.50%
5 or more persons4055.00%

Family and Household Structure in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

Of census families in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, 88.8% are couple families and 11.2% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.

Couple families
88.76%
One-parent families
11.24%

15.0% of households in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot are one-person households, 70.1% are couple-family households, 7.7% are one-parent-family households, and 2.5% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households61015.0%
Couple-family households2,85570.1%
One-parent-family households3157.7%
Multigenerational households1002.5%

Income in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

Analyzing income distribution in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is $50,000.

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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot population or around 1,445 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 1,200 and 1,050 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's median household income is $120,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's median household income is 36,000 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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

This data sheds light on the distribution of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot 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.

75.50% or most of the Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 19.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 4.80% 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.)

Population aged 25 to 64 years, using 25% sample data. Individual values may not sum exactly to totals due to Statistics Canada's random rounding.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree2,2252,4604,69075.50%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate6505851,23019.80%
No certificate, diploma or degree205852954.80%

Above national average 35.7% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is at 5.00% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate66.33%
Unemployment rate5.00%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, 41.7% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 28.2% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time3,88541.7%
Worked part year and/or part time2,79030.0%
Did not work2,63028.2%

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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population (around 73.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 550 men and 325 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 875.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed550325875

Employment Industry Sectors

The Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (11%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 11%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing51522511%
Health care and social assistance12561011%
Retail trade40532511%
Professional, scientific and technical services37031511%
Educational services1054208%
Transportation and warehousing3451207%
Wholesale trade2551657%
Construction285856%
Public administration1651755%
Finance and insurance1251554%
Other services (except public administration)1051103%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1001053%
Accommodation and food services120903%
Real estate and rental and leasing70802%
Information and cultural industries80552%
Arts, entertainment and recreation40652%
Utilities15251%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting15151%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1500%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot: Manufacturing (11%), Health care and social assistance (11%), Retail trade (11%)

Top occupation categories in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot: Sales and service occupations (24%), Business, finance and administration occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work1,8752,0403,91563.40%
Worked at home8208651,68027.20%
No fixed workplace address4451205659.10%
Worked outside Canada100100.20%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot 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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
15 to 29 minutes35.60%
30 to 44 minutes28.90%
Less than 15 minutes16.80%
45 to 59 minutes11.00%
60 minutes and over7.80%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot 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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
66.58%
Married or living common-law
33.42%

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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot. About 6,885 people living in the town speak French, 3,675 people speak English, 785 people speak English and French language, and 70 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French6,885
English3,675
English and French785
Neither English nor French70

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 74.2% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 8.6% know English only, 16.5% know French only, and 0.7% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only9858.6%
French only1,88516.5%
English and French8,47574.2%
Neither English nor French750.7%

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
French55.3%54.3%
English22.4%31.1%
Non-official languages16.3%8.1%

Religion

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is predominantly Christian. About 8,075 of its population is Christian (3,955 males and 4,120 females).

The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 2.9% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Hindu, both represent 1.0% and 0.6% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.3% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian70.7%
Islam2.9%
Jewish1.0%
Hindu0.6%
Buddhist0.3%
Sikh0.3%

Points of Interest in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

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Places to Visit in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

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Green Spaces in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has a population of 11,427 people, making it the 93rd town in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 10,654 in 2016, an increase of 773 people or 7.26%. The town has a population density of 407.3 people per km² across a land area of 28.06 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population grew by 7.26% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 10,654 to 11,427 people, a gain of 773 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 43.60 years suggests a mature, established community. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (15.0%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot has a population density of approximately 407.30 people per square kilometre.

Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot covers a land area of approximately 28.06 km².

The median age of the population in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is 43.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is Canadian.

The median household income in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot is $120,000, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot.

Christian is the predominant religion in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot.

According to the 2021 Census, 1.1% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

97.2% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 11.3% of census families in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 2.5% of all households in Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, per the 2021 Census.

74.2% of Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot'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 Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot, 41.7% 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.