Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, North Thompson 1 has a population of around 181 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Thompson 1 has decreased by -16.97%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 218 | 181 | --16.97% |
2026 Population Projection
North Thompson 1's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 181 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of North Thompson 1 is around 90 while the female population is around 90.
Of the 181 total population in North Thompson 1, the largest gender is female with around 90 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | 90 | -0.00% |
Is North Thompson 1 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how North Thompson 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
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Indian Reserves Near North Thompson 1
- Nekalliston 2 (12.0 km)
- Louis Creek 4 (20.6 km)
- Squaam 2 (37.2 km)
- Whispering Pines 4 (37.4 km)
- Hustalen 1 (52.7 km)
- Quaaout 1 (61.0 km)
- Sahhaltkum 4 (62.7 km)
- Chum Creek 2 (63.6 km)
- Stequmwhulpa 5 (64.4 km)
- Scotch Creek 4 (65.6 km)
- Kamloops 1 (66.4 km)
- Neskonlith (67.6 km)
- Canim Lake 1 (77.1 km)
- Skeetchestn (79.6 km)
- Canim Lake 2 (82.7 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
North Thompson 1 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 13.50% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 50.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 49 49.20% | 52 52.00% | 5.77% | 50 50.00% |
| Average age of the population | 47 47.20% | 46 46.40% | 2.12% | 47 46.80% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 16.70% | 10 11.10% | 33.33% | 25 13.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 15 16.70% | 5 5.60% | 66.67% | 20 10.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 11.10% | 5 5.60% | 50.00% | 15 8.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 5 5.60% | 10 11.10% | 50.00% | 15 8.10% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 5.60% | 10 11.10% | 50.00% | 15 8.10% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 5.60% | 10 11.10% | 50.00% | 15 8.10% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 11.10% | 5 5.60% | 50.00% | 10 5.40% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 5.60% | 5 5.60% | 0.00% | 10 5.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 0 0.00% | 5 5.60% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 10 to 14 years | 5 5.60% | 5 5.60% | 0.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 5.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 5.60% | 5 5.60% | 0.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 0 0.00% | 5 5.60% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 10 11.10% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 5.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
| 85 years and over | 5 5.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 2.70% |
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 67.60% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 67.60% and 21.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in North Thompson 1 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Population of North Thompson 1 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of North Thompson 1 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. North Thompson 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 First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 29.41% of the total population, followed by Scottish (14.71%), North American Indigenous (11.76%), Cree (8.82%), and English (5.88%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, Ukrainian, Sri Lankan, Croatian, and Japanese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 22.22% | 29.41% | 29.41% |
| Scottish | 16.67% | 11.76% | 14.71% |
| North American Indigenous | 16.67% | 0.00% | 11.76% |
| Cree | 11.11% | 11.76% | 8.82% |
| English | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.88% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 11.76% | 5.88% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.88% |
| Sri Lankan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Croatian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Japanese | 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 North Thompson 1's population profile.
About 0.0% of North Thompson 1's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for North Thompson 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 75 of North Thompson 1's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 15.65% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 15.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.40%, 3.15%, and 3.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 25 | 15.65% |
| 2 persons | 25 | 15.65% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 9.40% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 3.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 3.15% |
Income in North Thompson 1
Analyzing income distribution in North Thompson 1 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within North Thompson 1 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 indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of North Thompson 1 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 North Thompson 1's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average North Thompson 1'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 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 North Thompson 1
This data sheds light on the distribution of North Thompson 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.
52.40% or most of the North Thompson 1 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 11.50% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.25% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 80 | 130 | 52.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 55 | 40 | 85 | 33.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 25 | 30 | 11.50% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 10 | 20 | 6.25% |
Below national average 11.5% of North Thompson 1's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in North Thompson 1
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in North Thompson 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 6.25% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 59.38% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.25% |
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 North Thompson 1's population (around 65.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The North Thompson 1 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in North Thompson 1 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
North Thompson 1 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Professional, scientific and technical services sector comes second at 10%, followed by Educational services at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 20 | 25% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 10% |
| Educational services | 10 | 10 | 10% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 10% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 10% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where North Thompson 1 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in North Thompson 1: Public administration (25%), Professional, scientific and technical services (10%), Educational services (10%)
Top occupation categories in North Thompson 1: Sales and service occupations (25%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (20%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (20%)
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 | 40 | 60 | 63.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 15 | 0 | 20 | 21.10% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 10.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how North Thompson 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 North Thompson 1 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of North Thompson 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 37.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 31.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 25.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in North Thompson 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 North Thompson 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 North Thompson 1. About 180 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 | 180 |
| 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 | 94.4% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 2.8% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
North Thompson 1 is predominantly Christian. About 50 of its population is Christian (25 males and 25 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 | 28.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about North Thompson 1
According to the 2021 census, North Thompson 1 has a population of approximately 181 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Thompson 1 decreased by 16.97%.
North Thompson 1 has a population density of approximately 14.10 people per square kilometre.
North Thompson 1 covers a land area of approximately 12.80 km².
The median age of the population in North Thompson 1 is 50.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in North Thompson 1 is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in North Thompson 1 is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in North Thompson 1.
Christian is the predominant religion in North Thompson 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.





