Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Coronation has a population of around 868 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Coronation has decreased by ▼ -7.66%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 940 | 868 | --7.66% |
2026 Population Projection
Coronation's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 868 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Coronation Population Trend & Context
Coronation is the 137th-largest town in Alberta, with a 2021 census population of 868 — a decline of 72 (▼ 7.66%) people from the 940 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta towns. The town's median age of 47.2 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does Coronation compare to other Alberta towns?
- Oyen: 917 (2021)
- Unipouheos 121: 875 (2021)
- Coronation: 868 (2021) ← 137th largest
- Alberta Beach: 864 (2021)
- Hythe: 854 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Coronation is around 435 while the female population is around 430.
Of the 868 total population in Coronation, the largest gender is male with around 435 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 435 | 430 | -1.15% |
Is Coronation a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Coronation 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.
Coronation Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Coronation compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Coronation | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,000 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 10.9% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 47.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 9.7% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 6.5% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Coronation has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 9.80% of the total population. The town median age is 47.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 50 11.50% | 35 8.10% | 30.00% | 85 9.80% |
| 65 to 69 years | 40 9.20% | 35 8.10% | 12.50% | 80 9.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 30 6.90% | 35 8.10% | 14.29% | 65 7.50% |
| 10 to 14 years | 35 8.00% | 25 5.80% | 28.57% | 60 6.90% |
| 35 to 39 years | 30 6.90% | 30 7.00% | 0.00% | 55 6.40% |
| 50 to 54 years | 25 5.70% | 25 5.80% | 0.00% | 50 5.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25 5.70% | 20 4.70% | 20.00% | 50 5.80% |
| Median age of the population | 46 46.40% | 48 48.00% | 4.17% | 47 47.20% |
| Average age of the population | 44 44.10% | 46 46.30% | 4.32% | 45 45.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 20 4.60% | 25 5.80% | 20.00% | 45 5.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 4.60% | 25 5.80% | 20.00% | 45 5.20% |
| 5 to 9 years | 15 3.40% | 30 7.00% | 50.00% | 40 4.60% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 5.70% | 15 3.50% | 40.00% | 40 4.60% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 4.60% | 20 4.70% | 0.00% | 40 4.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 20 4.60% | 20 4.70% | 0.00% | 40 4.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 20 4.60% | 20 4.70% | 0.00% | 40 4.60% |
| 0 to 4 years | 25 5.70% | 15 3.50% | 40.00% | 35 4.00% |
| 85 years and over | 10 2.30% | 20 4.70% | 50.00% | 30 3.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 2.30% | 15 3.50% | 33.33% | 25 2.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 2.30% | 20 4.70% | 50.00% | 25 2.90% |
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 60.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 24.90% and 16.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Coronation are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 17.20% | 16.30% | 16.20% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Coronation
Population of Coronation by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Coronation is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Coronation 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 Coronation are German, which accounts for 31.18% of the total population, followed by English (27.65%), Scottish (18.82%), Irish (15.29%), and Canadian (14.71%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Coronation include French, Norwegian, Russian, Ukrainian, and American.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 33.33% | 28.92% | 31.18% |
| English | 27.59% | 27.71% | 27.65% |
| Scottish | 17.24% | 20.48% | 18.82% |
| Irish | 14.94% | 15.66% | 15.29% |
| Canadian | 16.09% | 14.46% | 14.71% |
| French | 8.05% | 12.05% | 10.00% |
| Norwegian | 6.90% | 12.05% | 9.41% |
| Russian | 9.20% | 6.02% | 7.65% |
| Ukrainian | 9.20% | 7.23% | 7.06% |
| American | 2.30% | 3.61% | 3.53% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Coronation's population profile.
About 6.5% of Coronation's population are immigrants (55 people).
The top countries of origin for Coronation's immigrant population are United Kingdom (15), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 15 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 285 of Coronation's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 20.65% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 16.25% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.25%, 3.75%, and 3.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 165 | 20.65% |
| 2 persons | 130 | 16.25% |
| 3 persons | 50 | 6.25% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 3.75% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 3.15% |
Income in Coronation
Analyzing income distribution in Coronation can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Coronation is $42,400.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Coronation population or around 95 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 90 and 85 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Coronation's median household income is $66,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Coronation's median household income is 18,000 dollars below 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 Coronation
This data sheds light on the distribution of Coronation 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 Coronation population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 38.50% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 13.45% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 9.70% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 265 | 265 | 535 | 48.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 245 | 190 | 435 | 38.50% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 70 | 90 | 160 | 13.45% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 35 | 75 | 105 | 9.70% |
Below national average 9.7% of Coronation's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Coronation
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Coronation. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Coronation is at 7.25% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 58.70% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.25% |
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 Coronation's population (around 67.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 40 men and 35 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 75.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 40 | 35 | 75 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Coronation industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Coronation is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Coronation has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 16%, followed by Construction at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 80 | 17% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 70 | 0 | 16% |
| Construction | 55 | 15 | 15% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 30 | 11% |
| Educational services | 0 | 20 | 5% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 15 | 4% |
| Information and cultural industries | 15 | 0 | 4% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 15 | 10 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Coronation residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Coronation: Health care and social assistance (17%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (16%), Construction (15%)
Top occupation categories in Coronation: Sales and service occupations (28%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (26%), Health occupations (12%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 105 | 165 | 260 | 64.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 105 | 15 | 120 | 29.60% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 15 | 20 | 4.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Coronation 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 Coronation residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Coronation 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 75.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 9.10% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 7.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 5.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.90% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Coronationshed 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 Coronation's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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.
English is the most spoken official language in Coronation. About 820 people living in the province speak English, 10 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 820 |
| French | 10 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 | 93.4% | 98.2% |
| Non-official languages | 4.8% | 1.8% |
| French | 1.8% | 0.0% |
Religion
Coronation is predominantly Christian. About 380 of its population is Christian (170 males and 170 females).
The second largest religion in the province 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 | 45.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Coronation
Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions about Coronation
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Coronation has a population of 868 people, making it the 137th town in Alberta. The population declined significantly from 940 in 2016, a decrease of 72 people or 7.66%. The town has a population density of 243.1 people per km² across a land area of 3.57 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Coronation's population declined by 7.66% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 940 to 868 people, a loss of 72 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta towns during this period. The median age of 47.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (41.3%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Coronation has a population density of approximately 243.10 people per square kilometre.
Coronation covers a land area of approximately 3.57 km².
The median age of the population in Coronation is 47.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Coronation is German.
The median household income in Coronation is $66,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Coronation.
Christian is the predominant religion in Coronation.
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.