Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Delia has a population of around 152 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Delia has decreased by ▼ -29.63%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 216 | 152 | --29.63% |
2026 Population Projection
Delia's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 152 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Delia Population Trend & Context
Delia had a 2021 census population of 152 — a decline of 64 (▼ 29.63%) people from the 216 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 51.2 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Delia is around 70 while the female population is around 80.
Of the 152 total population in Delia, the largest gender is female with around 80 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | 80 | -12.50% |
Is Delia a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Delia 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.
Delia Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Delia compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Delia | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 25.0% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 51.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.9% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Delia has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 12.90% of the total population. The village median age is 51.20.
| 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 51.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.00% and 16.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Delia are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 40.00% | 40.00% | 80.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 57.10% | 50.00% | 51.60% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 30.00% | 45.00% |
| 65 years and over | 21.40% | 37.50% | 29.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 10.00% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 21.40% | 12.50% | 16.10% |
Population of Delia by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Delia is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Delia 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 Delia are English, which accounts for 45.83% of the total population, followed by Scottish (25.00%), Canadian (20.83%), Irish (20.83%), and German (20.83%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Delia include Italian, French, Welsh, Norwegian, and Austrian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 36.36% | 53.85% | 45.83% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 38.46% | 25.00% |
| Canadian | 27.27% | 0.00% | 20.83% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 30.77% | 20.83% |
| German | 27.27% | 15.38% | 20.83% |
| Italian | 0.00% | 23.08% | 16.67% |
| French | 0.00% | 23.08% | 12.50% |
| Welsh | 0.00% | 15.38% | 12.50% |
| Norwegian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 8.33% |
| Austrian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Delia
About 0.00% of Delia'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 Delia's population profile.
About 0.0% of Delia's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Delia'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 |
100.0% of Delia's residents (125 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 12.0% are second generation, and 84.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 60 of Delia's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 23.35% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.35% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.65%, 6.65%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 35 | 23.35% |
| 2 persons | 20 | 13.35% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 6.65% |
| 4 persons | 10 | 6.65% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Delia
Of census families in Delia, 100.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
40.0% of households in Delia are one-person households, 46.7% are couple-family households, 6.7% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 30 | 40.0% |
| Couple-family households | 35 | 46.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 6.7% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Delia
Analyzing income distribution in Delia can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Delia 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 Delia 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 Delia's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Delia'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 Delia
This data sheds light on the distribution of Delia 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.
50.00% or most of the Delia population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.30% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 | 10 | 25 | 30 | 50.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 0 | 20 | 33.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 16.7% of Delia's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Delia
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Delia. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Delia is at 25.00% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 45.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 25.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Delia, 28.6% worked full year full time in the reference year, 28.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 42.9% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 30 | 28.6% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 30 | 28.6% |
| Did not work | 45 | 42.9% |
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 Delia's population (around 66.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Delia industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Delia is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Delia has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Transportation and warehousing sector comes second at 17%, followed by Construction at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 0 | 25% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 17% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 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% |
| Health care and social assistance | 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% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Delia residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Delia: Public administration (25%), Transportation and warehousing (17%), Construction (0%)
Top occupation categories in Delia: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (42%), Sales and service occupations (33%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%)
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 | 20 | 20 | 40 | 88.90% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Delia 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 Delia residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Delia 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 | 50.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 37.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Delia 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 Delia'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 Delia. About 150 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 | 150 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Delia's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 93.5% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 145 | 93.5% |
| 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 | 93.5% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 3.2% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Delia is predominantly Christian. About 55 of its population is Christian (25 males and 25 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 | 44.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Delia
Schools
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- Carbon 56.3 km · 492 people
- Hussar 69.1 km · 164 people
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- Elnora 69.8 km · 288 people
- Standard 71.5 km · 353 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Delia
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Delia has a population of 152 people, making it the 253rd village in Alberta. The population declined significantly from 216 in 2016, a decrease of 64 people or 29.63%. The village has a population density of 114.4 people per km² across a land area of 1.33 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Delia's population declined by 29.63% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 216 to 152 people, a loss of 64 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 51.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (46.7%) 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.
Delia has a population density of approximately 114.40 people per square kilometre.
Delia covers a land area of approximately 1.33 km².
The median age of the population in Delia is 51.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Delia is English.
The median household income in Delia is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Delia.
Christian is the predominant religion in Delia.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Delia's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Delia's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Delia, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Delia, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Delia'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 Delia, 28.6% 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.