Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Loon Lake 235 has a population of around 487 people. The Indian reserve's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Loon Lake 235 has decreased by ▼ -9.81%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 540 | 487 | --9.81% |
2026 Population Projection
Loon Lake 235's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 487 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Loon Lake 235 Population Trend & Context
Loon Lake 235 had a 2021 census population of 487 — a decline of 53 (▼ 9.81%) people from the 540 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 24.6 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Loon Lake 235 is around 230 while the female population is around 255.
Of the 487 total population in Loon Lake 235, the largest gender is female with around 255 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 230 | 255 | -9.80% |
Is Loon Lake 235 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Loon Lake 235 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.
Loon Lake 235 Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Loon Lake 235 compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Loon Lake 235 | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $90,000 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 22.2% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 24.6 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1.6% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Loon Lake 235 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 15.50% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 24.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the Indian reserve'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 57.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 36.10% and 6.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Loon Lake 235 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 58.70% | 54.90% | 57.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 34.80% | 39.20% | 36.10% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 15.00% | 30.00% |
| 65 years and over | 6.50% | 5.90% | 6.20% |
Population of Loon Lake 235 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Loon Lake 235 is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Loon Lake 235 is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Loon Lake 235 are Cree, which accounts for 61.46% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (17.71%), Plains Cree (10.42%), French (8.33%), and Christian, n.i.e. (4.17%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Loon Lake 235 include Canadian, Scottish, German, Caucasian (White), and Inuit.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 63.04% | 60.00% | 61.46% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 15.22% | 20.00% | 17.71% |
| Plains Cree | 13.04% | 8.00% | 10.42% |
| French | 6.52% | 10.00% | 8.33% |
| Christian, n.i.e. | 4.35% | 4.00% | 4.17% |
| Canadian | 4.35% | 0.00% | 2.08% |
| Scottish | 4.35% | 0.00% | 2.08% |
| German | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.08% |
| Caucasian (White) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.08% |
| Inuit | 4.35% | 0.00% | 2.08% |
Indigenous Identity in Loon Lake 235
About 100.00% of Loon Lake 235's population (475 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 420 people (87.50% 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 Loon Lake 235's population profile.
About 0.0% of Loon Lake 235's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Loon Lake 235'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 |
0.0% of Loon Lake 235's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 99.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 85 of Loon Lake 235's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 15.40% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.45% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 1 person households account for 9.60%, 7.70%, and 3.85%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 40 | 15.40% |
| 2 persons | 35 | 13.45% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 9.60% |
| 4 persons | 20 | 7.70% |
| 1 person | 10 | 3.85% |
Family and Household Structure in Loon Lake 235
Of census families in Loon Lake 235, 80.8% are couple families and 19.2% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.
7.7% of households in Loon Lake 235 are one-person households, 61.5% are couple-family households, 11.5% are one-parent-family households, and 7.7% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 7.7% |
| Couple-family households | 80 | 61.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 15 | 11.5% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 7.7% |
Income in Loon Lake 235
Analyzing income distribution in Loon Lake 235 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Loon Lake 235 is $36,400.
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 Indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Loon Lake 235 population or around 50 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 45 and 45 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Loon Lake 235's median household income is $90,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Loon Lake 235's median household income is 6,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the Indian reserve'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 Indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Loon Lake 235
This data sheds light on the distribution of Loon Lake 235 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.
64.30% or most of the Loon Lake 235 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 19.00% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 16.70% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 70 | 60 | 135 | 64.30% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 25 | 40 | 19.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 25 | 15 | 35 | 16.70% |
Below national average 0.0% of Loon Lake 235's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Loon Lake 235
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Loon Lake 235. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Loon Lake 235 is at 22.22% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 45.16% |
| Unemployment rate | 22.22% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Loon Lake 235, 29.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 35.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.9% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 90 | 29.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 110 | 35.5% |
| Did not work | 105 | 33.9% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the Indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Loon Lake 235's population (around 55.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Loon Lake 235 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Loon Lake 235 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Loon Lake 235 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (39%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 19%, followed by Construction at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 50 | 25 | 39% |
| Educational services | 10 | 25 | 19% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 8% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 8% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Loon Lake 235 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Loon Lake 235: Public administration (39%), Educational services (19%), Construction (11%)
Top occupation categories in Loon Lake 235: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (28%), Sales and service occupations (25%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (17%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the Indian reserve. 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 | 25 | 55 | 80 | 57.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 10 | 45 | 32.10% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 10 | 20 | 14.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Loon Lake 235 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 Loon Lake 235 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Loon Lake 235 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the Indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the Indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 79.20% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 12.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 8.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Loon Lake 235 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 Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Loon Lake 235's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights Indian reserve'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 Loon Lake 235. About 480 people living in the Indian reserve speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 480 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 1.0% of Loon Lake 235's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 99.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 480 | 99.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 1.0% |
| 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 | 64.9% | 82.5% |
| Non-official languages | 33.0% | 14.4% |
| French | 1.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Loon Lake 235 is predominantly Christian. About 340 of its population is Christian (155 males and 190 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 70.8% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Loon Lake 235
- Peerless Trout 238 42.1 km
- Woodland Cree 228 43.8 km · 161 people
- Woodland Cree 227 64.0 km · 30 people
- Utikoomak Lake 155A 66.4 km · 145 people
- Utikoomak Lake 155 67.9 km · 734 people
- Woodland Cree 226 72.4 km · 655 people
- Wabasca 166C 102.8 km · 179 people
- Wabasca 166B 107.8 km · 89 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Loon Lake 235
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Loon Lake 235 has a population of 487 people, making it the 186th Indian reserve in Alberta. The population declined significantly from 540 in 2016, a decrease of 53 people or 9.81%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 6.9 people per km² across a land area of 70.94 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Loon Lake 235's population declined by 9.81% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 540 to 487 people, a loss of 53 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 24.60 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (7.7%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Loon Lake 235 has a population density of approximately 6.90 people per square kilometre.
Loon Lake 235 covers a land area of approximately 70.94 km².
The median age of the population in Loon Lake 235 is 24.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Loon Lake 235 is Cree.
The median household income in Loon Lake 235 is $90,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Loon Lake 235.
Christian is the predominant religion in Loon Lake 235.
According to the 2021 Census, 99.0% of Loon Lake 235's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Loon Lake 235's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 19.2% of census families in Loon Lake 235, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 7.7% of all households in Loon Lake 235, per the 2021 Census.
1.0% of Loon Lake 235'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 Loon Lake 235, 29.0% 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.