Barnwell, Alberta Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Barnwell census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Barnwell. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 1.50 km2. The village has a population density of 651.40 people per km2.

We highlight the Barnwell village's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Barnwell on the Map

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Barnwell location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Barnwell has a population of around 978 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Barnwell has increased by 3.27%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
947978 +3.27%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.65% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Barnwell's population is projected to reach approximately 1,010 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 673.33 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
9781,010673.33

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.

Population By Genders

The male population of Barnwell is around 495 while the female population is around 480.

Of the 978 total population in Barnwell, the largest gender is male with around 495 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
495480 +3.03%

Is Barnwell a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

6.9%
Unemployment rate
4.6 pts below the province
54.8%
Employment rate
5.4 pts below the province
58.1%
Participation rate
9.9 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$93,000
Median household income
$3,000 below the province
11.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
2.0 pts above the province

Commute

64.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
5.5 pts below the province
98.4%
Commute by car
11.1 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

90.2%
Single-detached houses
29.3 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
22.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.80 people
Average household size
1.20people above the province
11.5%
One-person households
14.5 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Barnwell has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 12.20% of the total population. The village median age is 25.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
5 to 9 years60 12.10%50 10.40% 16.67%120 12.20%
10 to 14 years55 11.10%65 13.50% 15.38%120 12.20%
0 to 4 years55 11.10%45 9.40% 18.18%100 10.20%
15 to 19 years50 10.10%50 10.40% 0.00%100 10.20%
30 to 34 years35 7.10%35 7.30% 0.00%65 6.60%
40 to 44 years35 7.10%35 7.30% 0.00%65 6.60%
45 to 49 years30 6.10%25 5.20% 16.67%55 5.60%
20 to 24 years25 5.10%25 5.20% 0.00%50 5.10%
25 to 29 years25 5.10%20 4.20% 20.00%50 5.10%
35 to 39 years25 5.10%25 5.20% 0.00%50 5.10%
50 to 54 years20 4.00%25 5.20% 20.00%50 5.10%
55 to 59 years20 4.00%20 4.20% 0.00%40 4.10%
60 to 64 years15 3.00%15 3.10% 0.00%35 3.60%
65 to 69 years15 3.00%15 3.10% 0.00%30 3.10%
Average age of the population30 29.60%31 30.50% 3.28%30 30.00%
Median age of the population25 25.00%26 25.60% 0.00%25 25.00%
70 to 74 years10 2.00%10 2.10% 0.00%20 2.00%
75 to 79 years10 2.00%5 1.00% 50.00%20 2.00%
80 to 84 years5 1.00%0 0.00% 100.00%10 1.00%

Broader Age Groups

If the village'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 56.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 34.70% and 8.70%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Barnwell

Population of Barnwell by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Barnwell is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Barnwell is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are German, which accounts for 40.51% of the total population, followed by Mennonite (17.44%), Canadian (15.90%), English (13.33%), and European (7.18%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Dutch, Russian, Scottish, Danish, and British Isles.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
German42.86%36.36%40.51%
Mennonite17.35%17.17%17.44%
Canadian17.35%14.14%15.90%
English10.20%16.16%13.33%
European6.12%8.08%7.18%
Dutch6.12%7.07%6.15%
Russian5.10%7.07%6.15%
Scottish3.06%8.08%5.64%
Danish5.10%4.04%4.62%
British Isles4.08%4.04%4.10%

Immigration Profile

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

About 21.0% of Barnwell's population are immigrants (205 people).

The top countries of origin for Barnwell's immigrant population are Mexico (180), United States of America (15), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Mexico180
United States of America15
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 230 of Barnwell's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.

Household Size

About 18.25% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 4 persons, 1 person, and 3 persons households account for 7.70%, 5.75%, and 5.75%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
5 or more persons9518.25%
2 persons6512.50%
4 persons407.70%
1 person305.75%
3 persons305.75%

Income in Barnwell

Analyzing income distribution in Barnwell can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Barnwell is $36,000.

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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Barnwell population or around 105 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 100 and 80 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Barnwell's median household income is $93,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Barnwell's median household income is 9,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the village'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 village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Barnwell

This data sheds light on the distribution of Barnwell 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.

48.00% or most of the Barnwell population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 37.15% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 15.65% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 14.20% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
No certificate, diploma or degree25024049048.00%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree19517037537.15%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate808016015.65%
Bachelor's degree or higher905514514.20%

Below national average 14.2% of Barnwell's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Barnwell

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Barnwell. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 4.03% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate54.84%
Unemployment rate4.03%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Barnwell's population (around 72.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 45 men and 20 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed452065

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Barnwell has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the construction sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 15%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Construction60018%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting451015%
Health care and social assistance103011%
Manufacturing3008%
Educational services10208%
Transportation and warehousing2507%
Accommodation and food services0257%
Other services (except public administration)15157%
Wholesale trade1504%
Retail trade003%
Professional, scientific and technical services003%
Public administration003%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Barnwell residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Barnwell: Construction (18%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (15%), Health care and social assistance (11%)

Top occupation categories in Barnwell: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (40%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (14%), Sales and service occupations (14%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 work1409023067.60%
No fixed workplace address70209026.50%
Worked at home015205.90%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Barnwell 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 Barnwell residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Barnwell spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes34.40%
15 to 29 minutes29.70%
30 to 44 minutes28.10%
60 minutes and over6.30%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Barnwellshed 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Barnwell's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
67.97%
Married or living common-law
32.03%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights village's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.

English is the most spoken official language in Barnwell. About 950 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak Neither English nor French, 5 people speak French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.

LanguagePopulation
English950
Neither English nor French20
French5
English and French0

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
English59.0%73.3%
Non-official languages37.9%19.5%
French0.5%0.0%

Religion

Barnwell is predominantly Christian. About 885 of its population is Christian (430 males and 430 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian90.3%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%
Buddhist0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Barnwell

According to the 2021 census, Barnwell has a population of approximately 978 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Barnwell increased by 3.27%.

Barnwell has a population density of approximately 651.40 people per square kilometre.

Barnwell covers a land area of approximately 1.50 km².

The median age of the population in Barnwell is 25.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Barnwell is German.

The median household income in Barnwell is $93,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Barnwell.

Christian is the predominant religion in Barnwell.

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.