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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Rosemary. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.59 km2. The village has a population density of 630.30 people per km2.

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

Rosemary on the Map

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Rosemary location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Rosemary has a population of around 370 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Rosemary has decreased by -6.57%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
396370 --6.57%

2026 Population Projection

Rosemary's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 370 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Rosemary is around 195 while the female population is around 175.

Of the 370 total population in Rosemary, the largest gender is male with around 195 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
195175 -10.26%

Is Rosemary a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

10.0%
Unemployment rate
1.5 pts below the province
50.0%
Employment rate
10.2 pts below the province
55.6%
Participation rate
12.4 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$86,000
Median household income
$10,000 below the province
10.8%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
1.6 pts above the province

Commute

73.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
3.5 pts above the province
96.2%
Commute by car
8.9 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
3.7%
Apartments (any building size)
18.7 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.70 people
Average household size
0.10people above the province
21.4%
One-person households
4.6 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Rosemary has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 10.80% of the total population. The village median age is 36.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
0 to 4 years25 12.80%15 8.60% 40.00%40 10.80%
Average age of the population37 36.60%38 38.00% 5.26%37 37.30%
Median age of the population33 33.20%37 37.20% 10.75%36 36.00%
5 to 9 years10 5.10%15 8.60% 33.33%30 8.10%
20 to 24 years15 7.70%10 5.70% 33.33%30 8.10%
50 to 54 years15 7.70%10 5.70% 33.33%25 6.80%
55 to 59 years10 5.10%15 8.60% 33.33%25 6.80%
25 to 29 years15 7.70%10 5.70% 33.33%25 6.80%
35 to 39 years10 5.10%10 5.70% 0.00%25 6.80%
40 to 44 years15 7.70%10 5.70% 33.33%25 6.80%
60 to 64 years10 5.10%10 5.70% 0.00%20 5.40%
10 to 14 years15 7.70%5 2.90% 66.67%20 5.40%
15 to 19 years15 7.70%5 2.90% 66.67%20 5.40%
30 to 34 years10 5.10%10 5.70% 0.00%20 5.40%
65 to 69 years5 2.60%10 5.70% 50.00%15 4.10%
70 to 74 years10 5.10%5 2.90% 50.00%15 4.10%
80 to 84 years5 2.60%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.10%
45 to 49 years10 5.10%10 5.70% 0.00%15 4.10%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%5 2.90% 100.00%5 1.40%

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 60.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 23.00% and 60.80%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Rosemary

Population of Rosemary by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Rosemary is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Rosemary 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 35.21% of the total population, followed by English (23.94%), Irish (14.08%), Scottish (11.27%), and Canadian (9.86%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Russian, British Isles, Mennonite, Norwegian, and French.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
German28.21%40.63%35.21%
English28.21%18.75%23.94%
Irish15.38%9.38%14.08%
Scottish7.69%12.50%11.27%
Canadian7.69%12.50%9.86%
Russian12.82%6.25%9.86%
British Isles5.13%12.50%8.45%
Mennonite7.69%12.50%8.45%
Norwegian7.69%6.25%7.04%
French5.13%6.25%5.63%

Immigration Profile

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

About 5.6% of Rosemary's population are immigrants (20 people).

The top countries of origin for Rosemary's immigrant population are Mexico (10), Ethiopia (0), Morocco (0), Nigeria (0), Somalia (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Mexico10
Ethiopia0
Morocco0
Nigeria0
Somalia0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 135 of Rosemary's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.85% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.70% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 7.15%, 7.15%, and 5.35%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons5017.85%
1 person3010.70%
4 persons207.15%
5 or more persons207.15%
3 persons155.35%

Income in Rosemary

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Rosemary is $43,200.

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

Household Income

The Rosemary's median household income is $86,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Rosemary's median household income is 2,000 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 Rosemary

This data sheds light on the distribution of Rosemary 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.

41.00% or most of the Rosemary population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.90% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 6.20% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree1059019041.00%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate907516535.10%
No certificate, diploma or degree655011523.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher010306.20%

Below national average 6.2% of Rosemary's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Rosemary

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Rosemary. 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 5.56% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate50.00%
Unemployment rate5.56%

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 Rosemary's population (around 83.90%) 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 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10010

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Rosemary has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the retail trade sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 10%, followed by Manufacturing at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade102519%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction10010%
Manufacturing15010%
Transportation and warehousing15010%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1007%
Wholesale trade007%
Educational services0107%
Health care and social assistance0107%
Other services (except public administration)1007%
Public administration007%
Utilities000%
Construction000%
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%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Rosemary: -45 Retail trade (19%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (10%), -33 Manufacturing (10%)

Top occupation categories in Rosemary: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (36%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (10%)

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 work505010074.10%
No fixed workplace address3003022.20%
Worked at home0000.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Rosemary 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 minutes57.70%
Less than 15 minutes15.40%
30 to 44 minutes15.40%
60 minutes and over7.70%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
71.43%
Married or living common-law
28.57%

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 Rosemary. About 365 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
English365
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
English81.1%95.9%
Non-official languages16.2%4.1%
French1.4%0.0%

Religion

Rosemary is predominantly Christian. About 250 of its population is Christian (135 males and 135 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
Christian70.4%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Rosemary

According to the 2021 census, Rosemary has a population of approximately 370 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Rosemary decreased by 6.57%.

Rosemary has a population density of approximately 630.30 people per square kilometre.

Rosemary covers a land area of approximately 0.59 km².

The median age of the population in Rosemary is 36.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Rosemary is German.

The median household income in Rosemary is $86,000, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Rosemary.

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.