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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Waskatenau. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.59 km2. The village has a population density of 421.10 people per km2.

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

Waskatenau on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Waskatenau has a population of around 247 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Waskatenau has increased by 32.80%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
186247 +32.80%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.84% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Waskatenau's population is projected to reach approximately 328 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 555.93 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
247328555.93

This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.

Population By Genders

The male population of Waskatenau is around 125 while the female population is around 120.

Of the 247 total population in Waskatenau, the largest gender is male with around 125 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
125120 +4.00%

Is Waskatenau a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

8.0%
Unemployment rate
3.5 pts below the province
48.9%
Employment rate
11.3 pts below the province
53.2%
Participation rate
14.8 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$96,000 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
9.2 pts below the province

Commute

63.6%
Commute under 30 minutes
6.0 pts below the province
86.4%
Commute by car
0.9 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

87.0%
Single-detached houses
26.1 pts above the province
4.3%
Apartments (any building size)
18.1 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.50people below the province
37.5%
One-person households
11.5 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Waskatenau has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 25 to 29 years old, accounting for 12.20% of the total population. The village median age is 50.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population46 46.00%50 50.00% 8.00%50 50.00%
Average age of the population46 46.40%44 44.40% 4.31%45 45.20%
25 to 29 years10 8.00%15 12.50% 33.33%30 12.20%
60 to 64 years20 16.00%10 8.30% 50.00%30 12.20%
55 to 59 years10 8.00%20 16.70% 50.00%25 10.20%
30 to 34 years20 16.00%5 4.20% 75.00%20 8.20%
65 to 69 years15 12.00%10 8.30% 33.33%20 8.20%
35 to 39 years10 8.00%5 4.20% 50.00%15 6.10%
0 to 4 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.10%
5 to 9 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.10%
10 to 14 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.10%
15 to 19 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.10%
20 to 24 years10 8.00%0 0.00% 100.00%10 4.10%
40 to 44 years5 4.00%0 0.00% 100.00%10 4.10%
45 to 49 years0 0.00%10 8.30% 100.00%10 4.10%
50 to 54 years5 4.00%10 8.30% 50.00%10 4.10%
70 to 74 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.10%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%5 4.20% 100.00%5 2.00%
80 to 84 years5 4.00%5 4.20% 0.00%5 2.00%

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 67.30% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 67.30% and 20.40%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Waskatenau by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Waskatenau is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Waskatenau 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 Ukrainian, which accounts for 24.53% of the total population, followed by Filipino (24.53%), English (15.09%), Irish (15.09%), and Polish (13.21%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, German, Chinese, Yemeni, and Central African.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Ukrainian32.00%17.86%24.53%
Filipino24.00%25.00%24.53%
English12.00%21.43%15.09%
Irish24.00%7.14%15.09%
Polish12.00%14.29%13.21%
Scottish8.00%7.14%7.55%
German0.00%0.00%5.66%
Chinese0.00%0.00%5.66%
Yemeni0.00%0.00%0.00%
Central African0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

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

About 26.4% of Waskatenau's population are immigrants (70 people).

The top countries of origin for Waskatenau's immigrant population are Philippines (50), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Philippines50
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 100 of Waskatenau's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 20.85% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 18.75% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.15%, 4.15%, and 2.10%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons5020.85%
1 person4518.75%
3 persons104.15%
4 persons104.15%
5 or more persons52.10%

Income in Waskatenau

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Waskatenau is $0.

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 Waskatenau population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Waskatenau's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Waskatenau's median household income is 84,000 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 Waskatenau

This data sheds light on the distribution of Waskatenau 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.

47.45% or most of the Waskatenau population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 34.15% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 18.40% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 12.10% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate658515547.45%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree606011534.15%
No certificate, diploma or degree35357518.40%
Bachelor's degree or higher0304012.10%

Below national average 12.1% of Waskatenau's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Waskatenau

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Waskatenau. 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 4.26% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate48.94%
Unemployment rate4.26%

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 Waskatenau's population (around 80.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed0010

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Waskatenau has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (32%) works in the retail trade sector. The Construction sector comes second at 20%, followed by Educational services at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade202032%
Construction25020%
Educational services01512%
Public administration01012%
Wholesale trade1008%
Health care and social assistance008%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
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%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Waskatenau: -45 Retail trade (32%), Construction (20%), Educational services (12%)

Top occupation categories in Waskatenau: Sales and service occupations (32%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (32%), Business, finance and administration occupations (8%)

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 work55358573.90%
No fixed workplace address15102521.70%
Worked at home0000.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Waskatenau 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 minutes50.00%
45 to 59 minutes18.20%
15 to 29 minutes13.60%
30 to 44 minutes9.10%
60 minutes and over9.10%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
60.47%
Married or living common-law
39.53%

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 Waskatenau. About 245 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
English245
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
English74.0%88.0%
Non-official languages18.0%4.0%
French2.0%0.0%

Religion

Waskatenau is predominantly Christian. About 195 of its population is Christian (90 males and 90 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
Christian73.6%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Waskatenau

According to the 2021 census, Waskatenau has a population of approximately 247 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Waskatenau increased by 32.80%.

Waskatenau has a population density of approximately 421.10 people per square kilometre.

Waskatenau covers a land area of approximately 0.59 km².

The median age of the population in Waskatenau is 50.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Waskatenau is Ukrainian.

The median household income in Waskatenau is $0, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Waskatenau.

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.