Halkirk, Alberta Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Halkirk has a population of around 92 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Halkirk has decreased by ▼ -17.86%.

2026 Population Projection

Halkirk's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 92 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Halkirk Population Trend & Context

Halkirk is the 265th-largest village in Alberta, with a 2021 census population of 92 — a decline of 20 (▼ 17.86%) people from the 112 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 59.6 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Halkirk compare to other Alberta villages?

• Allison Bay 219: 113 (2021)
• Duncan's 151A: 111 (2021)
• Halkirk: 92 (2021) ← 265th largest
• Wabasca 166B: 89 (2021)
• Dog Head 218: 85 (2021)

Population By Genders

The male population of Halkirk is around 50 while the female population is around 45.

Of the 92 total population in Halkirk, the largest gender is male with around 50 women within the population.

Is Halkirk a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Halkirk compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Alberta, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Halkirk Population Compared to Alberta

Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Halkirk compares to the village's key indicators:

Population by Age Characteristics

Halkirk has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 35 to 39 years old, accounting for 16.70% of the total population. The village median age is 59.60.

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 50.00% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 50.00% and 44.40%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Halkirk are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

Population of Halkirk by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Halkirk is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Halkirk 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 Halkirk are English, which accounts for 38.46% of the total population, followed by Irish (30.77%), Scottish (23.08%), French (15.38%), and German (15.38%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Halkirk include Haitian, Hindu, Mexican, Mennonite, and Swiss.

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Halkirk's population profile.

About 0.0% of Halkirk's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Halkirk's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 35 of Halkirk's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 20.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 20.00% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.

Income in Halkirk

Analyzing income distribution in Halkirk can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Halkirk 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 Halkirk 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 Halkirk's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Halkirk'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 Halkirk

This data sheds light on the distribution of Halkirk 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.

60.60% or most of the Halkirk population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 18.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 0.00% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Below national average 0.0% of Halkirk's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Halkirk

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Halkirk. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Halkirk is at 0.00% which is pretty low.

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 Halkirk's population (around 100.00%) 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.

Employment Industry Sectors

The Halkirk industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Halkirk is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Halkirk has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (50%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Wholesale trade sector comes second at 0%, followed by Retail trade at 0%.

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Halkirk residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Halkirk: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (50%), Wholesale trade (0%), -45 Retail trade (0%)

Top occupation categories in Halkirk: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (50%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (50%), 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.

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Halkirk 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 Halkirk residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Halkirk 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.

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Halkirkshed 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 Halkirk'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 Halkirk. About 95 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

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.

Religion

Points of Interest in Halkirk

Parks

• Water Tower Park
• Rodeo Park
• School Park

Community Centres

• Halkirk Community Hall

Green Spaces in Halkirk

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Halkirk