Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Bittern Lake has a population of around 216 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bittern Lake has decreased by ▼ -1.82%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 220 | 216 | --1.82% |
2026 Population Projection
Bittern Lake's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 216 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Bittern Lake Population Trend & Context
Bittern Lake had a 2021 census population of 216 — a decline of 4 (▼ 1.82%) people from the 220 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta villages. The village's median age of 42 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 Bittern Lake is around 105 while the female population is around 110.
Of the 216 total population in Bittern Lake, the largest gender is female with around 110 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 105 | 110 | -4.55% |
Is Bittern Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Bittern Lake compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Alberta, 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.
Bittern Lake Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Bittern Lake compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Bittern Lake | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 42 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Bittern Lake has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 50 to 54 years old, accounting for 11.60% of the total population. The village median age is 42.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 69.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 16.30% and 14.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Bittern Lake are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 76.20% | 63.60% | 69.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 20.00% | 35.00% |
| 65 years and over | 10.00% | 15.00% | 30.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 14.30% | 18.20% | 16.30% |
| 65 years and over | 9.50% | 13.60% | 14.00% |
Population of Bittern Lake by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Bittern Lake is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Bittern Lake is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Bittern Lake are English, which accounts for 30.30% of the total population, followed by German (30.30%), Swedish (21.21%), Irish (18.18%), and Norwegian (18.18%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Bittern Lake include Polish, Scottish, French, Ukrainian, and Russian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 26.32% | 26.67% | 30.30% |
| German | 26.32% | 26.67% | 30.30% |
| Swedish | 21.05% | 20.00% | 21.21% |
| Irish | 21.05% | 13.33% | 18.18% |
| Norwegian | 21.05% | 13.33% | 18.18% |
| Polish | 10.53% | 20.00% | 15.15% |
| Scottish | 15.79% | 0.00% | 9.09% |
| French | 10.53% | 20.00% | 9.09% |
| Ukrainian | 10.53% | 13.33% | 9.09% |
| Russian | 10.53% | 0.00% | 9.09% |
Indigenous Identity in Bittern Lake
About 0.00% of Bittern Lake's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% 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 Bittern Lake's population profile.
About 0.0% of Bittern Lake's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Bittern Lake'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 |
97.1% of Bittern Lake's residents (165 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 9.1% are second generation, and 93.9% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 85 of Bittern Lake's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 21.90% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.40%, 6.25%, and 6.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 35 | 21.90% |
| 1 person | 20 | 12.50% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 9.40% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 6.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 6.25% |
Family and Household Structure in Bittern Lake
Of census families in Bittern Lake, 84.6% are couple families and 15.4% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.
25.0% of households in Bittern Lake are one-person households, 68.8% are couple-family households, 6.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 25.0% |
| Couple-family households | 55 | 68.8% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 6.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Bittern Lake
Analyzing income distribution in Bittern Lake can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Bittern Lake is $0.
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 Bittern Lake population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Bittern Lake's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Bittern Lake's median household income is 84,000 dollars below 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 Bittern Lake
This data sheds light on the distribution of Bittern Lake 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.
45.00% or most of the Bittern Lake population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 15.00% 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.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 10 | 45 | 45.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 15 | 25 | 35 | 35.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 15 | 15.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Bittern Lake's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Bittern Lake
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Bittern Lake. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Bittern Lake is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 60.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Bittern Lake, 43.3% worked full year full time in the reference year, 26.7% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.3% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 65 | 43.3% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 40 | 26.7% |
| Did not work | 50 | 33.3% |
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 Bittern Lake's population (around 80.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Bittern Lake industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Bittern Lake is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Bittern Lake has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Construction sector comes second at 15%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 15 | 0 | 20% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 15% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 10 | 15% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 10 | 10% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 10% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Bittern Lake residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Bittern Lake: Manufacturing (20%), Construction (15%), Health care and social assistance (15%)
Top occupation categories in Bittern Lake: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (35%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (15%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 45 | 30 | 80 | 84.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 15 | 0 | 15 | 15.80% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Bittern Lake 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 Bittern Lake residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Bittern Lake 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 50.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 27.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 16.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Bittern Lake 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Bittern Lake's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Bittern Lake. About 220 people living in the village speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 220 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Bittern Lake's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 95.5% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 210 | 95.5% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 95.5% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 2.3% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Bittern Lake is predominantly Christian. About 60 of its population is Christian (30 males and 30 females).
The second largest religion in the village 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 | 36.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Villages to Bittern Lake
- Hay Lakes 21.1 km · 456 people
- Edberg 30.7 km · 126 people
- Bawlf 41.2 km · 412 people
- Rosalind 47.9 km · 162 people
- Ryley 52.1 km · 484 people
- Donalda 57.1 km · 226 people
- Holden 60.4 km · 338 people
- Clive 64.4 km · 775 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Bittern Lake
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Bittern Lake has a population of 216 people, making it the 229th village in Alberta. The population declined moderately from 220 in 2016, a decrease of 4 people or 1.82%. The village has a population density of 32.9 people per km² across a land area of 6.57 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Bittern Lake's population declined by 1.82% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 220 to 216 people, a loss of 4 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 42.00 years suggests a mature, established community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Bittern Lake has a population density of approximately 32.90 people per square kilometre.
Bittern Lake covers a land area of approximately 6.57 km².
The median age of the population in Bittern Lake is 42.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Bittern Lake is English.
The median household income in Bittern Lake is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Bittern Lake.
Christian is the predominant religion in Bittern Lake.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Bittern Lake's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
97.1% of Bittern Lake's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 16.7% of census families in Bittern Lake, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Bittern Lake, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Bittern Lake'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 Bittern Lake, 43.3% 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.