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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Hill Spring. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.96 km2. The village has a population density of 174.80 people per km2.

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

Hill Spring on the Map

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Hill Spring location on the map. View in Google Map

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 2016Population in 2021Difference
162168 +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 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
168174181.25

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.

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 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
8580 +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

0.0%
Unemployment rate
11.5 pts below the province
30.8%
Employment rate
29.4 pts below the province
34.6%
Participation rate
33.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$96,000 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
9.2 pts below the province

Commute

40.0%
Commute under 30 minutes
29.6 pts below the province
100.0%
Commute by car
12.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

100.0%
Single-detached houses
39.1 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
22.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.30 people
Average household size
0.30people below the province
28.6%
One-person households
2.6 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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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.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population54 54.40%55 54.80% 0.00%55 54.80%
Average age of the population47 46.80%50 50.40% 7.94%49 48.60%
60 to 64 years10 11.80%10 12.50% 0.00%25 14.70%
65 to 69 years10 11.80%10 12.50% 0.00%25 14.70%
0 to 4 years10 11.80%0 0.00% 100.00%10 5.90%
5 to 9 years5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
10 to 14 years5 5.90%0 0.00% 100.00%10 5.90%
25 to 29 years5 5.90%10 12.50% 50.00%10 5.90%
30 to 34 years5 5.90%0 0.00% 100.00%10 5.90%
40 to 44 years5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
45 to 49 years5 5.90%10 12.50% 50.00%10 5.90%
50 to 54 years5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
70 to 74 years5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
75 to 79 years10 11.80%5 6.30% 50.00%10 5.90%
85 years and over5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
85 to 89 years5 5.90%5 6.30% 0.00%10 5.90%
85 years and over6 5.90%6 6.30% 15.87%6 5.90%
20 to 24 years5 5.90%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.90%
35 to 39 years5 5.90%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.90%

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 15 to 64 years, account for 32.40% and 50.00%, 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.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Hill Spring

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 province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province 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 Newfoundland and Labrador include Russian, Polish, British Isles, Korean, and Romanian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English42.86%46.67%41.38%
German35.71%40.00%34.48%
Scottish28.57%13.33%20.69%
American21.43%20.00%20.69%
Irish14.29%20.00%17.24%
Russian14.29%13.33%13.79%
Polish0.00%0.00%6.90%
British Isles0.00%0.00%6.90%
Korean0.00%0.00%0.00%
Romanian0.00%0.00%0.00%

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).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

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 HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons3525.00%
1 person2014.30%
3 persons53.55%
4 persons53.55%
5 or more persons53.55%

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.

70.20% or most of the Hill Spring population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 24.05% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 16.05% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 5.75% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree607013070.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher15304524.05%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate20103016.05%
No certificate, diploma or degree015155.75%

Below national average 24.1% 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 Newfoundland and Labrador is at 0.00% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate30.77%
Unemployment rate0.00%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10015

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%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration0033%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0022%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Construction000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Retail trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Health care and social assistance000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work15102562.50%
Worked at home001025.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%
No fixed workplace address0000.00%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes40.00%
30 to 44 minutes40.00%
15 to 29 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Hill Springshed 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.

Married or living common-law
64.29%
Married or living common-law
35.71%

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 province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English165
French0
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
English90.9%93.9%
Non-official languages9.1%6.1%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Hill Spring is predominantly Christian. About 120 of its population is Christian (55 males and 55 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
Christian82.8%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hill Spring

According to the 2021 census, Hill Spring has a population of approximately 168 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hill Spring increased by 3.70%.

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.

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.