Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Port Clements has a population of around 340 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Port Clements has increased by ▲ 20.57%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 282 | 340 | +20.57% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.81% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Port Clements's population is projected to reach approximately 410 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 31.37 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 340 | 410 | 31.37 |
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.
Port Clements Population Trend & Context
Port Clements is the 200th-largest village in British Columbia, with a 2021 census population of 340 — an increase of 58 (▲ 20.57%) people from the 282 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among British Columbia villages. The village's median age of 50.4 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does Port Clements compare to other British Columbia villages?
- Alkali Lake 1: 358 (2021)
- Coldwater 1: 350 (2021)
- Port Clements: 340 (2021) ← 200th largest
- Granisle: 337 (2021)
- Sayward: 334 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Port Clements is around 170 while the female population is around 175.
Of the 340 total population in Port Clements, the largest gender is female with around 175 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 170 | 175 | +2.86% |
Is Port Clements a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Port Clements 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.
Port Clements Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Port Clements compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Port Clements | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,500 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 6.9% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 50.4 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7.8% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 9.8% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Port Clements has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 10.30% of the total population. The village median age is 50.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 51 51.20% | 49 49.20% | 3.91% | 50 50.40% |
| Average age of the population | 49 48.80% | 46 46.20% | 4.10% | 48 47.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 8.80% | 20 11.40% | 25.00% | 35 10.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 15 8.80% | 15 8.60% | 0.00% | 35 10.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 20 11.80% | 15 8.60% | 25.00% | 30 8.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 15 8.80% | 10 5.70% | 33.33% | 30 8.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 10 5.90% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 25 7.40% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 5.90% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 25 7.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15 8.80% | 15 8.60% | 0.00% | 25 7.40% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 5.90% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 20 5.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 5.90% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 20 5.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 0 0.00% | 10 5.70% | 100.00% | 15 4.40% |
| 10 to 14 years | 10 5.90% | 5 2.90% | 50.00% | 15 4.40% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 2.90% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 15 4.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 2.90% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 10 5.70% | 100.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 2.90% | 10 5.70% | 50.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 35 to 39 years | 0 0.00% | 5 2.90% | 100.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 2.90% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 5 1.50% |
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 64.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 26.50% and 64.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Port Clements are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Port Clements
Population of Port Clements by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Port Clements is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Port Clements is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Port Clements are Scottish, which accounts for 25.00% of the total population, followed by English (20.00%), Canadian (15.00%), Irish (15.00%), and German (15.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Port Clements include French, Dutch, Italian, European, and Russian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish | 28.13% | 17.86% | 25.00% |
| English | 15.63% | 32.14% | 20.00% |
| Canadian | 18.75% | 14.29% | 15.00% |
| Irish | 15.63% | 14.29% | 15.00% |
| German | 15.63% | 14.29% | 15.00% |
| French | 0.00% | 14.29% | 8.33% |
| Dutch | 9.38% | 0.00% | 6.67% |
| Italian | 6.25% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
| European | 6.25% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
| Russian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Port Clements's population profile.
About 9.8% of Port Clements's population are immigrants (30 people).
The top countries of origin for Port Clements's immigrant population are United States of America (15), United Kingdom (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 15 |
| United Kingdom | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 145 of Port Clements's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 20.85% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 19.45% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.55%, 1.40%, and 1.40%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 75 | 20.85% |
| 2 persons | 70 | 19.45% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 5.55% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 1.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 1.40% |
Income in Port Clements
Analyzing income distribution in Port Clements can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Port Clements is $36,800.
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 Port Clements population or around 50 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 45 and 40 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Port Clements's median household income is $67,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Port Clements's median household income is 16,500 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 Port Clements
This data sheds light on the distribution of Port Clements 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.
45.35% or most of the Port Clements population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.75% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 7.80% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 130 | 55 | 190 | 45.35% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 75 | 75 | 150 | 35.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 45 | 45 | 95 | 20.75% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 10 | 15 | 35 | 7.80% |
Below national average 7.8% of Port Clements's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Port Clements
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Port Clements. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Port Clements is at 3.70% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 51.85% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.70% |
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 Port Clements's population (around 72.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 20 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 25.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 20 | 0 | 25 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Port Clements industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Port Clements is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Port Clements has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (48%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Construction sector comes second at 17%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 60 | 0 | 48% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 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% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 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% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Port Clements residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Port Clements: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (48%), Construction (17%), Health care and social assistance (14%)
Top occupation categories in Port Clements: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (35%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Health occupations (14%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 40 | 25 | 65 | 48.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 50 | 10 | 55 | 40.70% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 0 | 15 | 11.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Port Clements 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 Port Clements residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Port Clements 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 41.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 25.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Port Clementsshed 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 Port Clements's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Port Clements. About 335 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 335 |
| French | 5 |
| 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 | 91.2% | 98.5% |
| Non-official languages | 5.9% | 0.0% |
| French | 1.5% | 0.0% |
Religion
Port Clements is predominantly Christian. About 130 of its population is Christian (65 males and 65 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 | 43.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Port Clements
Schools
Parks
Libraries
Places to Visit in Port Clements
Museums
Green Spaces in Port Clements
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Port Clements Community Park | Parks | 5.2 ha |
| Yaaguun Gandlaay Heritage Site/Conservancy | Nature Reserves | 2,711.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port Clements
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Port Clements has a population of 340 people, making it the 200th village in British Columbia. The population increased significantly from 282 in 2016, an increase of 58 people or 20.57%. The village has a population density of 26.0 people per km² across a land area of 13.07 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Port Clements's population grew by 20.57% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 282 to 340 people, a gain of 58 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other British Columbia villages during this period. The median age of 50.40 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (41.7%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Port Clements has a population density of approximately 26.00 people per square kilometre.
Port Clements covers a land area of approximately 13.07 km².
The median age of the population in Port Clements is 50.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Port Clements is Scottish.
The median household income in Port Clements is $67,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Port Clements.
Christian is the predominant religion in Port Clements.
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.