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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Delburne. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 3.79 km2. The village has a population density of 242.80 people per km2.

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

Delburne on the Map

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Delburne location on the map. View in Google Map

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 2016Population in 2021Difference
892919 +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 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
919947249.87

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.

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.

MaleFemaleDifference
475445 +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

12.5%
Unemployment rate
1.0 pts above the province
54.1%
Employment rate
6.1 pts below the province
60.3%
Participation rate
7.7 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$75,500
Median household income
$20,500 below the province
13.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
4.0 pts above the province

Commute

43.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
26.5 pts below the province
81.9%
Commute by car
5.4 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

75.0%
Single-detached houses
14.1 pts above the province
3.8%
Apartments (any building size)
18.6 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.30 people
Average household size
0.30people below the province
28.8%
One-person households
2.8 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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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.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
35 to 39 years45 9.50%30 6.70% 33.33%75 8.20%
55 to 59 years35 7.40%35 7.90% 0.00%75 8.20%
60 to 64 years35 7.40%35 7.90% 0.00%75 8.20%
10 to 14 years40 8.40%30 6.70% 25.00%70 7.60%
30 to 34 years35 7.40%25 5.60% 28.57%60 6.50%
50 to 54 years30 6.30%30 6.70% 0.00%60 6.50%
65 to 69 years30 6.30%30 6.70% 0.00%60 6.50%
5 to 9 years35 7.40%20 4.50% 42.86%55 6.00%
45 to 49 years35 7.40%25 5.60% 28.57%55 6.00%
70 to 74 years25 5.30%30 6.70% 16.67%55 6.00%
15 to 19 years25 5.30%30 6.70% 16.67%50 5.40%
25 to 29 years20 4.20%30 6.70% 33.33%50 5.40%
40 to 44 years25 5.30%25 5.60% 0.00%45 4.90%
Median age of the population40 40.00%44 44.40% 9.01%42 42.40%
Average age of the population41 40.80%43 43.30% 6.93%42 42.00%
0 to 4 years20 4.20%20 4.50% 0.00%40 4.30%
20 to 24 years20 4.20%15 3.40% 25.00%35 3.80%
75 to 79 years15 3.20%10 2.20% 33.33%35 3.80%
80 to 84 years5 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.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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 province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province 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 Newfoundland and Labrador include Ukrainian, French, British Isles, Norwegian, and Swedish.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English28.09%26.74%27.43%
Scottish20.22%29.07%24.57%
Irish17.98%15.12%16.00%
German13.48%17.44%16.00%
Canadian13.48%11.63%13.14%
Ukrainian10.11%11.63%10.86%
French7.87%11.63%9.14%
British Isles4.49%9.30%7.43%
Norwegian5.62%5.81%5.71%
Swedish6.74%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).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom20
Germany15
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0

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 HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons16020.00%
1 person11514.40%
3 persons607.50%
4 persons354.40%
5 or more persons303.75%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree28026055047.00%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate18524042536.35%
No certificate, diploma or degree1308521517.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher3040705.60%

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 Newfoundland and Labrador is at 7.53% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate54.11%
Unemployment rate7.53%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed6545110

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%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance05513%
Construction45011%
Accommodation and food services10259%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction25108%
Manufacturing3508%
Retail trade0257%
Other services (except public administration)10157%
Transportation and warehousing2506%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services15106%
Public administration0206%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0205%
Wholesale trade0103%
Utilities002%
Finance and insurance0102%
Professional, scientific and technical services002%
Educational services0102%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work12016027570.50%
No fixed workplace address65108020.50%
Worked at home1025359.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
30 to 44 minutes36.10%
Less than 15 minutes27.80%
15 to 29 minutes15.30%
45 to 59 minutes11.10%
60 minutes and over8.30%

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.

Married or living common-law
58.00%
Married or living common-law
42.00%

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.

LanguagePopulation
English910
French5
English and French0
Neither English nor 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
English95.1%98.9%
Non-official languages3.8%1.1%
French0.5%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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian40.2%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Delburne

According to the 2021 census, Delburne has a population of approximately 919 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Delburne increased by 3.03%.

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.