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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Hines Creek. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 4.88 km2. The village has a population density of 68.70 people per km2.

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

Hines Creek on the Map

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Hines Creek location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Hines Creek has a population of around 335 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hines Creek has decreased by -3.18%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
346335 --3.18%

2026 Population Projection

Hines Creek's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 335 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Hines Creek is around 160 while the female population is around 175.

Of the 335 total population in Hines Creek, the largest gender is female with around 175 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
160175 -8.57%

Is Hines Creek a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

9.7%
Unemployment rate
1.8 pts below the province
54.9%
Employment rate
5.3 pts below the province
60.8%
Participation rate
7.2 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$67,000
Median household income
$29,000 below the province
15.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
6.0 pts above the province

Commute

73.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
3.5 pts above the province
84.6%
Commute by car
2.7 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

70.0%
Single-detached houses
9.1 pts above the province
10.0%
Apartments (any building size)
12.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.20 people
Average household size
0.40people below the province
37.9%
One-person households
11.9 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Hines Creek has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 11.90% of the total population. The village median age is 49.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population47 46.80%52 51.60% 9.69%50 49.60%
Average age of the population45 45.20%46 46.20% 2.16%46 45.80%
55 to 59 years20 12.50%20 11.40% 0.00%40 11.90%
60 to 64 years20 12.50%15 8.60% 25.00%35 10.40%
10 to 14 years5 3.10%10 5.70% 50.00%25 7.50%
40 to 44 years10 6.30%15 8.60% 33.33%25 7.50%
50 to 54 years5 3.10%20 11.40% 75.00%25 7.50%
5 to 9 years10 6.30%5 2.90% 50.00%20 6.00%
15 to 19 years10 6.30%10 5.70% 0.00%20 6.00%
20 to 24 years10 6.30%10 5.70% 0.00%20 6.00%
35 to 39 years15 9.40%5 2.90% 66.67%20 6.00%
30 to 34 years10 6.30%5 2.90% 50.00%15 4.50%
45 to 49 years5 3.10%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.50%
65 to 69 years5 3.10%10 5.70% 50.00%15 4.50%
70 to 74 years5 3.10%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.50%
80 to 84 years5 3.10%10 5.70% 50.00%15 4.50%
0 to 4 years0 0.00%5 2.90% 100.00%10 3.00%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%10 5.70% 100.00%10 3.00%
85 years and over5 3.10%10 5.70% 50.00%10 3.00%

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 64.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 20.90% and 64.20%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Hines Creek

Population of Hines Creek by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Hines Creek is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Hines Creek 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 German, which accounts for 38.33% of the total population, followed by Irish (23.33%), English (18.33%), Scottish (16.67%), and Canadian (13.33%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Polish, Ukrainian, Norwegian, and Swedish.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
German39.39%42.31%38.33%
Irish18.18%30.77%23.33%
English21.21%19.23%18.33%
Scottish18.18%15.38%16.67%
Canadian12.12%15.38%13.33%
French12.12%19.23%13.33%
Polish12.12%0.00%11.67%
Ukrainian15.15%7.69%11.67%
Norwegian15.15%0.00%10.00%
Swedish9.09%7.69%8.33%

Immigration Profile

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

About 8.5% of Hines Creek's population are immigrants (25 people).

The top countries of origin for Hines Creek's immigrant population are Germany (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Germany10
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 105 of Hines Creek's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 18.95% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 18.95% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.15%, 5.15%, and 1.70%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person5518.95%
2 persons5518.95%
3 persons155.15%
4 persons155.15%
5 or more persons51.70%

Income in Hines Creek

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Hines Creek is $38,400.

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 Hines Creek population or around 45 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 45 and 35 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Hines Creek's median household income is $67,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Hines Creek's median household income is 17,000 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 Hines Creek

This data sheds light on the distribution of Hines Creek 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.

35.40% or most of the Hines Creek population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 34.25% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 31.35% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 5.00% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate806014535.40%
No certificate, diploma or degree906015034.25%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree656513031.35%
Bachelor's degree or higher020205.00%

Below national average 5.0% of Hines Creek's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Hines Creek

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Hines Creek. 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 5.88% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate54.90%
Unemployment rate5.88%

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 Hines Creek's population (around 56.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 20 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 35.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed201535

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Hines Creek has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the retail trade sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 13%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade201020%
Manufacturing20013%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting10010%
Professional, scientific and technical services01010%
Public administration15010%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction007%
Construction1007%
Health care and social assistance0107%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Hines Creek: -45 Retail trade (20%), -33 Manufacturing (13%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (10%)

Top occupation categories in Hines Creek: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (27%), Business, finance and administration occupations (23%), Sales and service occupations (17%)

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 work655011582.10%
Worked at home00107.10%
No fixed workplace address100107.10%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Hines Creek 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 minutes46.20%
15 to 29 minutes26.90%
30 to 44 minutes19.20%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Hines Creekshed 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 Hines Creek's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
51.72%
Married or living common-law
48.28%

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 Hines Creek. About 315 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
English315
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
English89.2%93.8%
Non-official languages7.7%1.5%
French1.5%0.0%

Religion

Hines Creek is predominantly Christian. About 160 of its population is Christian (80 males and 80 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Jewish and Muslim, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian54.2%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%
Buddhist0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hines Creek

According to the 2021 census, Hines Creek has a population of approximately 335 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hines Creek decreased by 3.18%.

Hines Creek has a population density of approximately 68.70 people per square kilometre.

Hines Creek covers a land area of approximately 4.88 km².

The median age of the population in Hines Creek is 49.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Hines Creek is German.

The median household income in Hines Creek is $67,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Hines Creek.

Christian is the predominant religion in Hines Creek.

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.