Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Hill Spring has a population of around 168 people. The village's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hill Spring has increased by ▲ 3.70%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 162 | 168 | +3.70% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.73% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Hill Spring's population is projected to reach approximately 174 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 181.25 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 168 | 174 | 181.25 |
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.
Hill Spring Population Trend & Context
Hill Spring had a 2021 census population of 168 — an increase of 6 (▲ 3.70%) people from the 162 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 54.8 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 Hill Spring is around 85 while the female population is around 80.
Of the 168 total population in Hill Spring, the largest gender is male with around 85 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | 80 | +5.88% |
Is Hill Spring a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Hill Spring 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.
Hill Spring Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Hill Spring compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Hill Spring | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 54.8 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.1% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 20.7% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Hill Spring has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 14.70% of the total population. The village median age is 54.80.
| 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 50.00% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 32.40% and 17.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Hill Spring are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 40.00% | 45.00% | 85.00% |
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 25.00% | 55.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 47.10% | 56.30% | 50.00% |
| 65 years and over | 35.30% | 31.30% | 32.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 10.00% | 30.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.60% | 12.50% | 17.60% |
Population of Hill Spring by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Hill Spring is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Hill Spring 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 Hill Spring are English, which accounts for 41.38% of the total population, followed by German (34.48%), Scottish (20.69%), American (20.69%), and Irish (17.24%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Hill Spring include Russian, Polish, British Isles, Korean, and Romanian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 42.86% | 46.67% | 41.38% |
| German | 35.71% | 40.00% | 34.48% |
| Scottish | 28.57% | 13.33% | 20.69% |
| American | 21.43% | 20.00% | 20.69% |
| Irish | 14.29% | 20.00% | 17.24% |
| Russian | 14.29% | 13.33% | 13.79% |
| Polish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 6.90% |
| British Isles | 0.00% | 0.00% | 6.90% |
| Korean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Romanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Hill Spring
About 0.00% of Hill Spring'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 Hill Spring's population profile.
About 20.7% of Hill Spring's population are immigrants (30 people).
The top countries of origin for Hill Spring'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 |
89.7% of Hill Spring's residents (130 people) are Canadian citizens, and 10.3% are not.
By generation status, 20.7% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 31.0% are second generation, and 48.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 75 of Hill Spring's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.30% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 3.55%, 3.55%, and 3.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 35 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 20 | 14.30% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 3.55% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 3.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 3.55% |
Family and Household Structure in Hill Spring
Of census families in Hill Spring, 90.0% are couple families and 10.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
26.7% of households in Hill Spring are one-person households, 60.0% are couple-family households, 6.7% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 26.7% |
| Couple-family households | 45 | 60.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 6.7% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Hill Spring
Analyzing income distribution in Hill Spring can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Hill Spring 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 Hill Spring 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 Hill Spring's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Hill Spring'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 Hill Spring
This data sheds light on the distribution of Hill Spring 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.
75.00% or most of the Hill Spring population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 16.70% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (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 | 15 | 25 | 45 | 75.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 0 | 10 | 16.70% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 25.0% of Hill Spring's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Hill Spring
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Hill Spring. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Hill Spring is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 30.77% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Hill Spring, 16.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 28.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 56.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 20 | 16.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 35 | 28.0% |
| Did not work | 70 | 56.0% |
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 Hill Spring's population (around 33.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Hill Spring industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Hill Spring is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Hill Spring has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (33%) works in the public administration sector. The Arts, entertainment and recreation sector comes second at 22%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 33% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 22% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Hill Spring residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Hill Spring: Public administration (33%), Arts, entertainment and recreation (22%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Hill Spring: Business, finance and administration occupations (33%), Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport (22%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related 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 | 15 | 10 | 25 | 62.50% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 10 | 25.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Hill Spring 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 Hill Spring residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Hill Spring 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 |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 40.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 40.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Hill Spring 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 Hill Spring'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 Hill Spring. About 165 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 | 165 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Hill Spring's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 165 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 90.9% | 93.9% |
| Non-official languages | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Hill Spring is predominantly Christian. About 120 of its population is Christian (55 males and 60 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 | 82.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Hill Spring
Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hill Spring
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Hill Spring has a population of 168 people, making it the 246th village in Alberta. The population increased moderately from 162 in 2016, an increase of 6 people or 3.70%. The village has a population density of 174.8 people per km² across a land area of 0.96 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Hill Spring's population grew by 3.70% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 162 to 168 people, a gain of 6 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 54.80 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Hill Spring has a population density of approximately 174.80 people per square kilometre.
Hill Spring covers a land area of approximately 0.96 km².
The median age of the population in Hill Spring is 54.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Hill Spring is English.
The median household income in Hill Spring is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Hill Spring.
Christian is the predominant religion in Hill Spring.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Hill Spring's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
89.7% of Hill Spring's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 10.0% of census families in Hill Spring, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Hill Spring, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Hill Spring'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 Hill Spring, 16.0% 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.