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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Kitscoty. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 1.51 km2. The village has a population density of 564.30 people per km2.

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

Kitscoty on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Kitscoty has a population of around 852 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Kitscoty has decreased by -7.89%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
925852 --7.89%

2026 Population Projection

Kitscoty's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 852 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Kitscoty is around 425 while the female population is around 430.

Of the 852 total population in Kitscoty, the largest gender is female with around 430 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
425430 -1.16%

Is Kitscoty a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

9.2%
Unemployment rate
2.3 pts below the province
66.7%
Employment rate
6.5 pts above the province
72.6%
Participation rate
4.6 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$106,000
Median household income
$10,000 above the province
7.4%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
1.8 pts below the province

Commute

72.8%
Commute under 30 minutes
3.2 pts above the province
92.2%
Commute by car
4.9 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

93.4%
Single-detached houses
32.5 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
22.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.80 people
Average household size
0.20people above the province
21.3%
One-person households
4.7 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Kitscoty has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 10.60% of the total population. The village median age is 35.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
5 to 9 years40 9.40%50 11.60% 20.00%90 10.60%
35 to 39 years35 8.20%50 11.60% 30.00%85 10.00%
10 to 14 years45 10.60%40 9.30% 11.11%80 9.40%
40 to 44 years25 5.90%40 9.30% 37.50%65 7.60%
55 to 59 years30 7.10%35 8.10% 14.29%65 7.60%
30 to 34 years35 8.20%30 7.00% 14.29%60 7.10%
45 to 49 years35 8.20%25 5.80% 28.57%60 7.10%
0 to 4 years25 5.90%25 5.80% 0.00%55 6.50%
15 to 19 years30 7.10%25 5.80% 16.67%55 6.50%
25 to 29 years30 7.10%25 5.80% 16.67%55 6.50%
50 to 54 years25 5.90%15 3.50% 40.00%40 4.70%
60 to 64 years15 3.50%20 4.70% 25.00%40 4.70%
Median age of the population34 34.40%36 35.60% 2.81%35 35.20%
20 to 24 years15 3.50%15 3.50% 0.00%35 4.10%
65 to 69 years20 4.70%15 3.50% 25.00%35 4.10%
Average age of the population34 34.20%34 34.40% 0.00%34 34.30%
70 to 74 years10 2.40%10 2.30% 0.00%20 2.40%
75 to 79 years5 1.20%10 2.30% 50.00%10 1.20%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%5 1.20% 100.00%10 1.20%

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 64.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 26.50% and 8.80%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Kitscoty by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Kitscoty is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Kitscoty 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 33.33% of the total population, followed by Scottish (25.81%), Canadian (16.13%), Irish (15.59%), and German (12.90%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Norwegian, Ukrainian, Cree, and Dutch.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English35.48%31.18%33.33%
Scottish25.81%25.81%25.81%
Canadian17.20%15.05%16.13%
Irish20.43%10.75%15.59%
German10.75%15.05%12.90%
French10.75%12.90%11.83%
Norwegian10.75%11.83%11.29%
Ukrainian5.38%8.60%6.45%
Cree6.45%4.30%5.38%
Dutch4.30%5.38%4.84%

Immigration Profile

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

About 3.8% of Kitscoty's population are immigrants (35 people).

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

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Philippines10
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 285 of Kitscoty's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 16.40% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.65% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 9.00%, 7.40%, and 6.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons10016.40%
1 person6510.65%
4 persons559.00%
5 or more persons457.40%
3 persons406.55%

Income in Kitscoty

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Kitscoty is $49,200.

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 Kitscoty population or around 105 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 75 and 70 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Kitscoty's median household income is $106,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Kitscoty's median household income is 22,000 dollars above 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 Kitscoty

This data sheds light on the distribution of Kitscoty 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.

52.90% or most of the Kitscoty population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.90% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.20% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 15.20% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree29533062552.90%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate17519036029.90%
No certificate, diploma or degree1457521017.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher809518015.20%

Below national average 15.2% of Kitscoty's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Kitscoty

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Kitscoty. 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 6.67% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate66.67%
Unemployment rate6.67%

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 Kitscoty's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 40 men and 20 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed402065

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Kitscoty has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 13%, followed by Construction at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction651515%
Health care and social assistance06013%
Construction45010%
Educational services10359%
Wholesale trade25108%
Retail trade10257%
Other services (except public administration)15157%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting3006%
Accommodation and food services20106%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1003%
Manufacturing002%
Transportation and warehousing002%
Finance and insurance0102%
Professional, scientific and technical services1002%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0102%
Public administration1002%
Utilities000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Kitscoty: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (15%), Health care and social assistance (13%), Construction (10%)

Top occupation categories in Kitscoty: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration 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 work13515529065.20%
No fixed workplace address75159020.20%
Worked at home30356514.60%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Kitscoty 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
15 to 29 minutes45.50%
Less than 15 minutes27.30%
30 to 44 minutes19.50%
60 minutes and over6.50%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Kitscotyshed 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 Kitscoty's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
66.40%
Married or living common-law
33.60%

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 Kitscoty. About 845 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.

LanguagePopulation
English845
French5
Neither English nor French5
English and 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
English95.9%98.8%
Non-official languages1.8%1.2%
French0.6%0.0%

Religion

Kitscoty is predominantly Christian. About 425 of its population is Christian (205 males and 205 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
Christian45.9%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Kitscoty

According to the 2021 census, Kitscoty has a population of approximately 852 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Kitscoty decreased by 7.89%.

Kitscoty has a population density of approximately 564.30 people per square kilometre.

Kitscoty covers a land area of approximately 1.51 km².

The median age of the population in Kitscoty is 35.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Kitscoty is English.

The median household income in Kitscoty is $106,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Kitscoty.

Christian is the predominant religion in Kitscoty.

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.