Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Delburne has a population of around 919 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Delburne has increased by ▲ 3.03%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 892 | 919 | +3.03% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.60% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Delburne's population is projected to reach approximately 947 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 249.87 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 919 | 947 | 249.87 |
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.
Delburne Population Trend & Context
Delburne is the 133rd-largest village in Alberta, with a 2021 census population of 919 — an increase of 27 (▲ 3.03%) people from the 892 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Alberta villages. The village's median age of 42.4 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.
How does Delburne compare to other Alberta villages?
- Onoway: 966 (2021)
- Hay Lake 209: 957 (2021)
- Delburne: 919 (2021) ← 133rd largest
- Killam: 918 (2021)
- Oyen: 917 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Delburne is around 475 while the female population is around 445.
Of the 919 total population in Delburne, the largest gender is male with around 475 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 475 | 445 | +6.32% |
Is Delburne a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Delburne 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.
Delburne Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Delburne compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Delburne | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $75,500 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 12.5% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 42.4 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5.6% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 4.6% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Delburne has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 35 to 39 years old, accounting for 8.20% of the total population. The village median age is 42.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 to 39 years | 45 9.50% | 30 6.70% | 33.33% | 75 8.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 35 7.40% | 35 7.90% | 0.00% | 75 8.20% |
| 60 to 64 years | 35 7.40% | 35 7.90% | 0.00% | 75 8.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 40 8.40% | 30 6.70% | 25.00% | 70 7.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 35 7.40% | 25 5.60% | 28.57% | 60 6.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 30 6.30% | 30 6.70% | 0.00% | 60 6.50% |
| 65 to 69 years | 30 6.30% | 30 6.70% | 0.00% | 60 6.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 35 7.40% | 20 4.50% | 42.86% | 55 6.00% |
| 45 to 49 years | 35 7.40% | 25 5.60% | 28.57% | 55 6.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25 5.30% | 30 6.70% | 16.67% | 55 6.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 5.30% | 30 6.70% | 16.67% | 50 5.40% |
| 25 to 29 years | 20 4.20% | 30 6.70% | 33.33% | 50 5.40% |
| 40 to 44 years | 25 5.30% | 25 5.60% | 0.00% | 45 4.90% |
| Median age of the population | 40 40.00% | 44 44.40% | 9.01% | 42 42.40% |
| Average age of the population | 41 40.80% | 43 43.30% | 6.93% | 42 42.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 20 4.20% | 20 4.50% | 0.00% | 40 4.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 4.20% | 15 3.40% | 25.00% | 35 3.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15 3.20% | 10 2.20% | 33.33% | 35 3.80% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 1.10% | 10 2.20% | 50.00% | 20 2.20% |
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 63.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 19.00% and 17.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Delburne are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Delburne
Population of Delburne by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Delburne is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Delburne 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 Delburne are English, which accounts for 27.43% of the total population, followed by Scottish (24.57%), Irish (16.00%), German (16.00%), and Canadian (13.14%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Delburne include Ukrainian, French, British Isles, Norwegian, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 28.09% | 26.74% | 27.43% |
| Scottish | 20.22% | 29.07% | 24.57% |
| Irish | 17.98% | 15.12% | 16.00% |
| German | 13.48% | 17.44% | 16.00% |
| Canadian | 13.48% | 11.63% | 13.14% |
| Ukrainian | 10.11% | 11.63% | 10.86% |
| French | 7.87% | 11.63% | 9.14% |
| British Isles | 4.49% | 9.30% | 7.43% |
| Norwegian | 5.62% | 5.81% | 5.71% |
| Swedish | 6.74% | 3.49% | 5.71% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Delburne's population profile.
About 4.6% of Delburne's population are immigrants (40 people).
The top countries of origin for Delburne's immigrant population are United Kingdom (20), Germany (15), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 20 |
| Germany | 15 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 300 of Delburne's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.00% 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 7.50%, 4.40%, and 3.75%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 160 | 20.00% |
| 1 person | 115 | 14.40% |
| 3 persons | 60 | 7.50% |
| 4 persons | 35 | 4.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 30 | 3.75% |
Income in Delburne
Analyzing income distribution in Delburne can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Delburne is $38,800.
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 Delburne population or around 110 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 100 and 95 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Delburne's median household income is $75,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Delburne's median household income is 8,500 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 Delburne
This data sheds light on the distribution of Delburne 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.
47.00% or most of the Delburne population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.35% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.20% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 5.60% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 280 | 260 | 550 | 47.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 185 | 240 | 425 | 36.35% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 130 | 85 | 215 | 17.20% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30 | 40 | 70 | 5.60% |
Below national average 5.6% of Delburne's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Delburne
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Delburne. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Delburne is at 7.53% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 54.11% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.53% |
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 Delburne's population (around 62.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 65 men and 45 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 110.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 65 | 45 | 110 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Delburne industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Delburne is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Delburne has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (13%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 11%, followed by Accommodation and food services at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 55 | 13% |
| Construction | 45 | 0 | 11% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 25 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 25 | 10 | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 35 | 0 | 8% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 25 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 15 | 7% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 25 | 0 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 10 | 6% |
| Public administration | 0 | 20 | 6% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 20 | 5% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Delburne residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Delburne: Health care and social assistance (13%), Construction (11%), Accommodation and food services (9%)
Top occupation categories in Delburne: Sales and service occupations (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (26%), Business, finance and administration occupations (21%)
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 | 120 | 160 | 275 | 70.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 65 | 10 | 80 | 20.50% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 25 | 35 | 9.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Delburne 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 Delburne residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Delburne 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 36.10% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 27.80% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 15.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 11.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Delburneshed 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 Delburne'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 Delburne. About 910 people living in the province 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 | 910 |
| French | 5 |
| 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 | 95.1% | 98.9% |
| Non-official languages | 3.8% | 1.1% |
| French | 0.5% | 0.0% |
Religion
Delburne is predominantly Christian. About 350 of its population is Christian (180 males and 180 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 | 40.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Delburne
Schools
Parks
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Delburne
Museums
- Anthony Henday Museum
- Caboose
- Original School House
- Out House
- Anthony Henday Museum
- Anthony Henday Museum
Green Spaces in Delburne
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Main Street Park | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Memorial Tree Gardens | Parks | 1.3 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Delburne
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Delburne has a population of 919 people, making it the 133rd village in Alberta. The population increased moderately from 892 in 2016, an increase of 27 people or 3.03%. The village has a population density of 242.8 people per km² across a land area of 3.79 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Delburne's population grew by 3.03% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 892 to 919 people, a gain of 27 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 42.40 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.
Delburne has a population density of approximately 242.80 people per square kilometre.
Delburne covers a land area of approximately 3.79 km².
The median age of the population in Delburne is 42.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Delburne is English.
The median household income in Delburne is $75,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Delburne.
Christian is the predominant religion in Delburne.
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.