Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Alkali Lake 1 has a population of around 358 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Alkali Lake 1 has increased by 9.15%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 328 | 358 | +9.15% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.77% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Alkali Lake 1's population is projected to reach approximately 391 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 150.97 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 358 | 391 | 150.97 |
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 Alkali Lake 1 is around 180 while the female population is around 175.
Of the 358 total population in Alkali Lake 1, the largest gender is male with around 180 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 180 | 175 | +2.78% |
Is Alkali Lake 1 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Alkali Lake 1 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against British Columbia, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
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Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Indian Reserves Near Alkali Lake 1
- Johny Sticks 2 (5.4 km)
- Alkali Lake 4A (8.3 km)
- Sandy Harry 4 (9.6 km)
- Little Springs (12.0 km)
- Dog Creek 1 (22.2 km)
- Dog Creek 2 (23.2 km)
- Toosey 1 (25.0 km)
- Canoe Creek 3 (28.2 km)
- Canoe Creek 1 (35.7 km)
- Williams Lake 1 (38.4 km)
- Canoe Creek 2 (41.5 km)
- Windy Mouth 7 (44.3 km)
- Canim Lake 4 (51.2 km)
- Deep Creek 2 (53.4 km)
- Soda Creek 1 (59.8 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Alkali Lake 1 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 8.30% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 37.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 37 37.20% | 38 38.00% | 2.63% | 38 37.60% |
| Median age of the population | 38 37.60% | 37 37.20% | 0.00% | 37 37.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 10 5.60% | 20 11.40% | 50.00% | 30 8.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 15 8.30% | 10 5.70% | 33.33% | 30 8.30% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15 8.30% | 10 5.70% | 33.33% | 30 8.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 8.30% | 10 5.70% | 33.33% | 25 6.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 20 11.10% | 5 2.90% | 75.00% | 25 6.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 5.60% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 25 6.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 5.60% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 25 6.90% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 5.60% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 20 5.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 5.60% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 20 5.60% |
| 55 to 59 years | 15 8.30% | 5 2.90% | 66.67% | 20 5.60% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10 5.60% | 5 2.90% | 50.00% | 20 5.60% |
| 20 to 24 years | 10 5.60% | 5 2.90% | 50.00% | 15 4.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 5.60% | 5 2.90% | 50.00% | 15 4.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10 5.60% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 15 4.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 2.80% | 10 5.70% | 50.00% | 15 4.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 5.60% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 15 4.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
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 61.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 23.60% and 61.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Alkali Lake 1 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Population of Alkali Lake 1 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Alkali Lake 1 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Alkali Lake 1 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 North American Indigenous, which accounts for 5.56% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (4.17%), Irish (2.78%), Scottish (2.78%), and German (2.78%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Caucasian (White), Cree, Guyanese, Afghan, and Black.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North American Indigenous | 5.56% | 0.00% | 5.56% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 5.56% | 5.71% | 4.17% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.78% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.78% |
| German | 5.56% | 5.71% | 2.78% |
| Caucasian (White) | 0.00% | 5.71% | 2.78% |
| Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.78% |
| Guyanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Afghan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Black | 0.00% | 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 Alkali Lake 1's population profile.
About 0.0% of Alkali Lake 1's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Alkali Lake 1'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 90 of Alkali Lake 1's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 10.85% of the population lives in 1 person households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.85% of the population. 5 or more persons, 2 persons, and 4 persons households account for 10.85%, 8.70%, and 6.50%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 25 | 10.85% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 10.85% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 10.85% |
| 2 persons | 20 | 8.70% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 6.50% |
Income in Alkali Lake 1
Analyzing income distribution in Alkali Lake 1 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Alkali Lake 1 is $28,400.
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 Alkali Lake 1 population or around 60 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 55 and 55 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Alkali Lake 1's median household income is $60,400, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Alkali Lake 1's median household income is 23,600 dollars below 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 Alkali Lake 1
This data sheds light on the distribution of Alkali Lake 1 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.
43.85% or most of the Alkali Lake 1 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 24.45% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 3.65% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 75 | 120 | 200 | 43.85% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 100 | 50 | 150 | 33.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 55 | 60 | 115 | 24.45% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 25 | 20 | 3.65% |
Below national average 3.7% of Alkali Lake 1's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Alkali Lake 1
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Alkali Lake 1. 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 10.91% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 45.45% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.91% |
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 Alkali Lake 1's population (around 61.30%) 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 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Alkali Lake 1 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Alkali Lake 1 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Alkali Lake 1 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 23%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 30 | 10 | 23% |
| Public administration | 15 | 20 | 23% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 15 | 13% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 7% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 7% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 7% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Alkali Lake 1 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Alkali Lake 1: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (23%), Public administration (23%), Health care and social assistance (13%)
Top occupation categories in Alkali Lake 1: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (23%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (16%)
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 | 45 | 70 | 56.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 10 | 50 | 40.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Alkali Lake 1 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 Alkali Lake 1 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Alkali Lake 1 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 | 58.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 16.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 12.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 12.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Alkali Lake 1shed 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 Alkali Lake 1'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 Alkali Lake 1. About 355 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.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 355 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 | 73.2% | 88.7% |
| Non-official languages | 22.5% | 11.3% |
| French | 1.4% | 0.0% |
Religion
Alkali Lake 1 is predominantly Christian. About 100 of its population is Christian (50 males and 50 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 27.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about Alkali Lake 1
According to the 2021 census, Alkali Lake 1 has a population of approximately 358 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Alkali Lake 1 increased by 9.15%.
Alkali Lake 1 has a population density of approximately 138.30 people per square kilometre.
Alkali Lake 1 covers a land area of approximately 2.59 km².
The median age of the population in Alkali Lake 1 is 37.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Alkali Lake 1 is North American Indigenous.
The median household income in Alkali Lake 1 is $60,400, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Alkali Lake 1.
Christian is the predominant religion in Alkali Lake 1.
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.





