Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Millet has a population of around 1,890 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Millet has decreased by ▼ -3.32%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,955 | 1,890 | --3.32% |
2026 Population Projection
Millet's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,890 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Millet Population Trend & Context
Millet had a 2021 census population of 1,890 — a decline of 65 (▼ 3.32%) people from the 1,955 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta towns. The town's median age of 44.4 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 Millet is around 975 while the female population is around 915.
Of the 1,890 total population in Millet, the largest gender is male with around 975 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 975 | 915 | -6.15% |
Is Millet a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Millet 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.
Millet Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Millet compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Millet | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $81,000 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.9% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 44.4 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 8.1% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 10.6% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Millet has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 8.50% of the total population. The town median age is 44.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 80 8.20% | 80 8.70% | 0.00% | 160 8.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 75 7.70% | 75 8.20% | 0.00% | 155 8.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 75 7.70% | 65 7.10% | 13.33% | 140 7.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 65 6.70% | 70 7.70% | 7.14% | 135 7.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 65 6.70% | 60 6.60% | 7.69% | 125 6.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 55 5.60% | 65 7.10% | 15.38% | 125 6.60% |
| 70 to 74 years | 60 6.20% | 65 7.10% | 7.69% | 125 6.60% |
| 5 to 9 years | 75 7.70% | 50 5.50% | 33.33% | 120 6.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 55 5.60% | 60 6.60% | 8.33% | 120 6.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 55 5.60% | 55 6.00% | 0.00% | 115 6.10% |
| 30 to 34 years | 65 6.70% | 55 6.00% | 15.38% | 115 6.10% |
| 25 to 29 years | 50 5.10% | 50 5.50% | 0.00% | 105 5.60% |
Broader Age Groups
If the town'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 60.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 20.40% and 19.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Millet are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.50% | 60.70% | 60.60% |
| 65 years and over | 19.50% | 20.20% | 20.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 19.50% | 19.10% | 19.30% |
Population of Millet by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Millet is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Millet is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Millet are English, which accounts for 32.28% of the total population, followed by German (28.31%), Scottish (19.05%), Irish (16.93%), and Norwegian (14.29%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Millet include Canadian, French, Ukrainian, Danish, and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 33.17% | 31.28% | 32.28% |
| German | 29.65% | 26.82% | 28.31% |
| Scottish | 18.09% | 20.11% | 19.05% |
| Irish | 15.58% | 18.44% | 16.93% |
| Norwegian | 16.58% | 12.29% | 14.29% |
| Canadian | 15.08% | 10.61% | 12.70% |
| French | 10.55% | 11.17% | 10.58% |
| Ukrainian | 9.55% | 8.94% | 9.26% |
| Danish | 7.54% | 3.91% | 5.82% |
| Polish | 4.02% | 4.47% | 4.50% |
Indigenous Identity in Millet
About 8.75% of Millet's population (165 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 91.25% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 45 people (2.40% 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 Millet's population profile.
About 10.6% of Millet's population are immigrants (200 people).
The top countries of origin for Millet's immigrant population are United Kingdom (70), Germany (35), United States of America (15), Philippines (15), Netherlands (10).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70 |
| Germany | 35 |
| United States of America | 15 |
| Philippines | 15 |
| Netherlands | 10 |
95.5% of Millet's residents (1,805 people) are Canadian citizens, and 4.8% are not.
By generation status, 11.4% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 19.3% are second generation, and 69.3% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 575 of Millet's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.30% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.15% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.90%, 5.30%, and 3.75%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 325 | 20.30% |
| 1 person | 210 | 13.15% |
| 3 persons | 110 | 6.90% |
| 4 persons | 85 | 5.30% |
| 5 or more persons | 60 | 3.75% |
Family and Household Structure in Millet
Of census families in Millet, 82.8% are couple families and 17.2% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.7 people.
26.9% of households in Millet are one-person households, 55.0% are couple-family households, 8.8% are one-parent-family households, and 1.9% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 215 | 26.9% |
| Couple-family households | 440 | 55.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 70 | 8.8% |
| Multigenerational households | 15 | 1.9% |
Income in Millet
Analyzing income distribution in Millet can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Millet is $41,600.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Millet population or around 230 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 205 and 195 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Millet's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Millet's median household income is 3,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town'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 town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Millet
This data sheds light on the distribution of Millet 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.
45.90% or most of the Millet population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 18.80% 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 | 200 | 215 | 415 | 45.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 175 | 150 | 320 | 35.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 100 | 70 | 170 | 18.80% |
Below national average 8.3% of Millet's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Millet
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Millet. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Millet is at 9.88% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.99% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.88% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Millet, 27.7% worked full year full time in the reference year, 27.4% worked part year and/or part time, and 45.2% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 420 | 27.7% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 415 | 27.4% |
| Did not work | 685 | 45.2% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Millet's population (around 70.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 75 men and 30 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 105.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 75 | 30 | 105 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Millet industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Millet is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Millet has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the construction sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 90 | 40 | 15% |
| Retail trade | 60 | 60 | 14% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 60 | 20 | 10% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 70 | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 60 | 15 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 50 | 0 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 15 | 45 | 7% |
| Wholesale trade | 35 | 0 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 30 | 0 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 20 | 4% |
| Public administration | 25 | 10 | 4% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 20 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 15 | 0 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 1% |
| Educational services | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Millet residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Millet: Construction (15%), Retail trade (14%), Transportation and warehousing (10%)
Top occupation categories in Millet: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (35%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 | 300 | 265 | 560 | 72.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 150 | 20 | 170 | 21.90% |
| Worked at home | 25 | 20 | 45 | 5.80% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Millet 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 Millet residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Millet spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 44.50% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 18.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 18.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 8.20% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Millet 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Millet's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town'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 Millet. About 1,860 people living in the town speak English, 20 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 1,860 |
| French | 20 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 3.4% of Millet's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 96.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.3% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 1,815 | 96.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 65 | 3.4% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 0.3% |
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 | 92.9% | 97.4% |
| Non-official languages | 4.5% | 1.3% |
| French | 1.3% | 0.5% |
Religion
Millet is predominantly Christian. About 1,080 of its population is Christian (530 males and 550 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 57.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Millet
Schools
Parks
Green Spaces in Millet
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Pipestone Creek Recreation Park | Parks | 8.8 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Millet
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Millet has a population of 1,890 people, making it the 95th town in Alberta. The population declined moderately from 1,955 in 2016, a decrease of 65 people or 3.32%. The town has a population density of 285.3 people per km² across a land area of 6.62 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Millet's population declined by 3.32% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,955 to 1,890 people, a loss of 65 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta towns during this period. The median age of 44.40 years suggests a mature, established community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Millet has a population density of approximately 285.30 people per square kilometre.
Millet covers a land area of approximately 6.62 km².
The median age of the population in Millet is 44.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Millet is English.
The median household income in Millet is $81,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Millet.
Christian is the predominant religion in Millet.
According to the 2021 Census, 8.7% of Millet's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
95.5% of Millet's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 17.4% of census families in Millet, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 1.9% of all households in Millet, per the 2021 Census.
3.4% of Millet'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 Millet, 27.7% 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.