Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 42.85 km2. The town has a population density of 613.20 people per km2.

We highlight the Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has a population of around 26,273 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has increased by ▲ 0.29%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
26,19726,273 +0.29%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.06% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population is projected to reach approximately 26,349 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 614.91 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
26,27326,349614.91

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.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville Population Trend & Context

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville had a 2021 census population of 26,273 — an increase of 76 (▲ 0.29%) people from the 26,197 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 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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is around 12,920 while the female population is around 13,355.

Of the 26,273 total population in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, the largest gender is female with around 13,355 female within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
12,92013,355 +3.26%

Is Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

4.8%
Unemployment rate
2.8 pts below the province
60.5%
Employment rate
1.2 pts above the province
63.6%
Participation rate
0.5 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$116,000
Median household income
$43,500 above the province
4.3%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
7.6 pts below the province

Commute

65.8%
Commute under 30 minutes
0.5 pts below the province
85.2%
Commute by car
2.8 pts above the province
6.4%
Commute by public transit
2.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

70.7%
Single-detached houses
26.1 pts above the province
22.2%
Apartments (any building size)
24.2 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.50 people
Average household size
0.30people above the province
23.5%
One-person households
11.6 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville Population Compared to Quebec

Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville compares to the town's key indicators:

IndicatorSaint-Bruno-de-MontarvilleQuebec
Median household income$116,000$72,500
Unemployment rate4.8%7.6%
Median age4643.2
Bachelor's degree or higher48.7%26.5%
Immigrants (%)10.4%14.6%

Population by Age Characteristics

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 7.50% of the total population. The town median age is 46.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
55 to 59 years975 7.50%990 7.40% 1.52%1,970 7.50%
45 to 49 years945 7.30%965 7.20% 2.07%1,905 7.30%
40 to 44 years885 6.80%970 7.30% 8.76%1,855 7.10%
60 to 64 years875 6.80%960 7.20% 8.85%1,830 7.00%
50 to 54 years880 6.80%915 6.90% 3.83%1,795 6.80%
10 to 14 years925 7.20%865 6.50% 6.49%1,790 6.80%
5 to 9 years880 6.80%765 5.70% 13.07%1,645 6.30%
65 to 69 years785 6.10%855 6.40% 8.19%1,640 6.20%
15 to 19 years820 6.30%815 6.10% 0.61%1,630 6.20%
70 to 74 years700 5.40%875 6.60% 20.00%1,580 6.00%
35 to 39 years705 5.50%745 5.60% 5.37%1,450 5.50%
75 to 79 years670 5.20%730 5.50% 8.22%1,405 5.30%
20 to 24 years645 5.00%575 4.30% 10.85%1,220 4.60%
0 to 4 years640 5.00%570 4.30% 10.94%1,205 4.60%
30 to 34 years505 3.90%560 4.20% 9.82%1,060 4.00%
25 to 29 years440 3.40%420 3.10% 4.55%860 3.30%
80 to 84 years380 2.90%415 3.10% 8.43%790 3.00%
85 years and over265 2.10%380 2.80% 30.26%645 2.50%
85 to 89 years180 1.40%235 1.80% 23.40%420 1.60%
90 to 94 years75 0.60%100 0.70% 25.00%180 0.70%

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 59.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 23.10% and 17.70%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
15 to 64 years59.40%59.20%59.30%
65 years and over21.70%24.30%23.10%
0 to 14 years18.90%16.50%17.70%

Population of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville 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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville are French, which accounts for 36.05% of the total population, followed by Canadian (26.75%), French Canadian (8.51%), Irish (6.79%), and English (4.01%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville include Italian, Scottish, German, European, and Belgian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
French36.97%35.11%36.05%
Canadian26.85%26.66%26.75%
French Canadian7.89%9.10%8.51%
Irish5.82%7.73%6.79%
English4.10%3.92%4.01%
Italian3.95%3.50%3.72%
Scottish3.60%3.58%3.57%
German2.03%2.17%2.10%
European1.91%1.56%1.74%
Belgian1.91%1.37%1.66%

Indigenous Identity in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

About 1.12% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population (290 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 98.88% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 35 people (0.10% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
1.12%
Non-Indigenous identity
98.88%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population profile.

About 10.4% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population are immigrants (2,685 people).

The top countries of origin for Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's immigrant population are France (660), China (140), United Kingdom (130), Algeria (105), Brazil (100).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
France660
China140
United Kingdom130
Algeria105
Brazil100

96.8% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's residents (25,105 people) are Canadian citizens, and 3.2% are not.

By generation status, 12.4% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 10.6% are second generation, and 77.0% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 7,385 of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.75% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.60%, 7.55%, and 3.35%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons3,91518.75%
1 person2,45011.75%
4 persons1,8008.60%
3 persons1,5807.55%
5 or more persons7053.35%

Family and Household Structure in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

Of census families in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, 87.8% are couple families and 12.2% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.

Couple families
87.84%
One-parent families
12.16%

23.5% of households in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville are one-person households, 64.2% are couple-family households, 8.6% are one-parent-family households, and 1.1% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households2,45023.5%
Couple-family households6,71064.2%
One-parent-family households8958.6%
Multigenerational households1151.1%

Income in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

Analyzing income distribution in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is $55,200.

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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville population or around 2,650 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $100,000 to $149,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 2,545 and 2,350 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's median household income is $116,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's median household income is 32,000 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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

This data sheds light on the distribution of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville 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.

86.80% or most of the Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 10.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 3.00% 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.)

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 degree5,3005,69511,00086.80%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate6256701,29510.20%
No certificate, diploma or degree2251553753.00%

Above national average 55.0% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is at 4.84% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate60.51%
Unemployment rate4.84%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, 38.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 28.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.4% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time8,10038.0%
Worked part year and/or part time6,06528.5%
Did not work7,12033.4%

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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population (around 70.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 1,190 men and 865 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 2,050.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed1,1908652,050

Employment Industry Sectors

The Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (13%) works in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 11%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Professional, scientific and technical services1,07066013%
Health care and social assistance3001,24011%
Retail trade68080511%
Educational services37593010%
Manufacturing7504309%
Finance and insurance4955057%
Public administration4404256%
Construction5401355%
Accommodation and food services3152154%
Wholesale trade3001703%
Information and cultural industries2751853%
Transportation and warehousing3051353%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services2201353%
Other services (except public administration)1202403%
Real estate and rental and leasing1451452%
Arts, entertainment and recreation1751252%
Utilities115801%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting65501%
Management of companies and enterprises30250%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction35100%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville: Professional, scientific and technical services (13%), Health care and social assistance (11%), Retail trade (11%)

Top occupation categories in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville: Business, finance and administration occupations (22%), Sales and service occupations (21%), 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work3,5053,9057,40557.50%
Worked at home2,2852,2454,53535.20%
No fixed workplace address6752309107.10%
Worked outside Canada250300.20%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville 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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville 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 minutes37.70%
Less than 15 minutes28.10%
30 to 44 minutes21.50%
45 to 59 minutes7.00%
60 minutes and over5.60%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville 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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
65.29%
Married or living common-law
34.71%

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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. About 22,500 people living in the town speak French, 2,660 people speak English, 725 people speak English and French language, and 60 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French22,500
English2,660
English and French725
Neither English nor French60

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 68.0% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 2.1% know English only, 29.7% know French only, and 0.3% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only5402.1%
French only7,69529.7%
English and French17,64568.0%
Neither English nor French650.3%

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
French82.0%83.7%
English7.9%9.7%
Non-official languages6.7%3.1%

Religion

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is predominantly Christian. About 17,205 of its population is Christian (8,205 males and 9,000 females).

The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 1.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Jewish, both represent 0.2% and 0.1% of the population, while Hindu represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian66.4%
Islam1.0%
Buddhist0.2%
Jewish0.1%
Hindu0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

Hospitals

Schools

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Community Centres

Places to Visit in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

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Green Spaces in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has a population of 26,273 people, making it the 45th town in Quebec. The population increased slightly from 26,197 in 2016, an increase of 76 people or 0.29%. The town has a population density of 613.2 people per km² across a land area of 42.85 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population remained essentially flat between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 26,197 to 26,273 people, a marginal change of 76 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized 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.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville has a population density of approximately 613.20 people per square kilometre.

Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville covers a land area of approximately 42.85 km².

The median age of the population in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is 46.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is French.

The median household income in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is $116,000, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville.

Christian is the predominant religion in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville.

According to the 2021 Census, 1.1% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

96.8% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 12.2% of census families in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 1.1% of all households in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, per the 2021 Census.

68.0% of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville'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 Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, 38.0% 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.