Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Consort has a population of around 644 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Consort has decreased by ▼ -11.66%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 729 | 644 | --11.66% |
2026 Population Projection
Consort's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 644 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Consort Population Trend & Context
Consort had a 2021 census population of 644 — a decline of 85 (▼ 11.66%) people from the 729 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta villages. The village's median age of 41.2 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 Consort is around 315 while the female population is around 330.
Of the 644 total population in Consort, the largest gender is female with around 330 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 315 | 330 | -4.55% |
Is Consort a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Consort 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.
Consort Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Consort compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Consort | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $87,000 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 41.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.9% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 6.2% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Consort has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 7.00% of the total population. The village median age is 41.20.
| 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 59.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 20.90% and 18.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Consort are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 63.50% | 59.10% | 59.70% |
| 65 years and over | 19.00% | 22.70% | 20.90% |
| 0 to 14 years | 19.00% | 16.70% | 18.60% |
Population of Consort by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Consort is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Consort 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 Consort are German, which accounts for 43.85% of the total population, followed by English (30.00%), Irish (20.77%), French (16.92%), and Norwegian (15.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Consort include Canadian, Scottish, Welsh, Danish, and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 39.34% | 47.83% | 43.85% |
| English | 31.15% | 28.99% | 30.00% |
| Irish | 19.67% | 20.29% | 20.77% |
| French | 16.39% | 17.39% | 16.92% |
| Norwegian | 18.03% | 14.49% | 15.38% |
| Canadian | 14.75% | 11.59% | 12.31% |
| Scottish | 14.75% | 8.70% | 11.54% |
| Welsh | 8.20% | 14.49% | 11.54% |
| Danish | 6.56% | 8.70% | 8.46% |
| Ukrainian | 8.20% | 8.70% | 7.69% |
Indigenous Identity in Consort
About 6.15% of Consort's population (40 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 93.85% 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 Consort's population profile.
About 6.2% of Consort's population are immigrants (40 people).
The top countries of origin for Consort's immigrant population are Philippines (25), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 25 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
96.9% of Consort's residents (625 people) are Canadian citizens, and 3.9% are not.
By generation status, 5.4% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 7.7% are second generation, and 86.2% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 215 of Consort's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.40% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.75%, 6.75%, and 2.90%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 105 | 20.20% |
| 1 person | 75 | 14.40% |
| 3 persons | 35 | 6.75% |
| 4 persons | 35 | 6.75% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 2.90% |
Family and Household Structure in Consort
Of census families in Consort, 85.7% are couple families and 14.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
28.3% of households in Consort are one-person households, 54.7% are couple-family households, 9.4% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 75 | 28.3% |
| Couple-family households | 145 | 54.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 25 | 9.4% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Consort
Analyzing income distribution in Consort can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Consort is $44,400.
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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Consort population or around 90 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 70 and 55 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Consort's median household income is $87,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Consort's median household income is 3,000 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 Consort
This data sheds light on the distribution of Consort 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.
46.20% or most of the Consort population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 18.50% 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 | 65 | 90 | 150 | 46.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 65 | 40 | 110 | 33.80% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 40 | 25 | 60 | 18.50% |
Below national average 18.5% of Consort's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Consort
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Consort. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Consort is at 8.45% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 66.33% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.45% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Consort, 36.1% worked full year full time in the reference year, 37.1% worked part year and/or part time, and 27.8% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 175 | 36.1% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 180 | 37.1% |
| Did not work | 135 | 27.8% |
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 Consort's population (around 67.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 50 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 50 | 15 | 65 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Consort industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Consort is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Consort has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (14%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 14%, followed by Retail trade at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 35 | 15 | 14% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 45 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 15 | 25 | 11% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 30 | 10 | 11% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 20 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 25 | 0 | 7% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 25 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 0 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 0 | 4% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Educational services | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Consort residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Consort: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (14%), Health care and social assistance (14%), Retail trade (11%)
Top occupation categories in Consort: Sales and service occupations (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (11%)
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 | 125 | 125 | 250 | 76.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 55 | 10 | 65 | 20.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 15 | 4.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Consort 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 Consort residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Consort 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 |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 66.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 17.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 9.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 4.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Consort 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 Consort'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 Consort. About 625 people living in the village speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 625 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.4% of Consort's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 97.6% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 615 | 97.6% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 15 | 2.4% |
| 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 | 89.7% | 96.0% |
| Non-official languages | 7.9% | 2.4% |
| French | 0.8% | 0.0% |
Religion
Consort is predominantly Christian. About 375 of its population is Christian (180 males and 195 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 | 57.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Consort
Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions about Consort
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Consort has a population of 644 people, making it the 167th village in Alberta. The population declined significantly from 729 in 2016, a decrease of 85 people or 11.66%. The village has a population density of 213.0 people per km² across a land area of 3.02 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Consort's population declined by 11.66% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 729 to 644 people, a loss of 85 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 41.20 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.
Consort has a population density of approximately 213.00 people per square kilometre.
Consort covers a land area of approximately 3.02 km².
The median age of the population in Consort is 41.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Consort is German.
The median household income in Consort is $87,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Consort.
Christian is the predominant religion in Consort.
According to the 2021 Census, 6.2% of Consort's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
96.9% of Consort's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 14.3% of census families in Consort, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Consort, per the 2021 Census.
2.4% of Consort'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 Consort, 36.1% 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.