Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Radium Hot Springs. It is a village in Canada that encompasses a land area of 6.34 km2. The village has a population density of 211.30 people per km2.

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

Radium Hot Springs on the Map

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Radium Hot Springs location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Radium Hot Springs has a population of around 1,339 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Radium Hot Springs has increased by 72.55%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
7761,339 +72.55%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.53% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Radium Hot Springs's population is projected to reach approximately 2,310 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 364.35 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
1,3392,310364.35

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 Radium Hot Springs is around 660 while the female population is around 680.

Of the 1,339 total population in Radium Hot Springs, the largest gender is female with around 680 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
660680 +2.94%

Is Radium Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

8.5%
Unemployment rate
0.1 pts above the province
56.0%
Employment rate
1.9 pts below the province
60.7%
Participation rate
2.6 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$81,000
Median household income
$4,000 below the province
9.4%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
1.4 pts below the province

Commute

87.6%
Commute under 30 minutes
21.8 pts above the province
85.8%
Commute by car
5.9 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.3 pts below the province

Housing Character

33.1%
Single-detached houses
9.3 pts below the province
37.8%
Apartments (any building size)
5.7 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.30people below the province
30.7%
One-person households
1.3 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Radium Hot Springs has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 10.90% of the total population. The village median age is 51.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years75 11.40%75 11.00% 0.00%145 10.90%
65 to 69 years80 12.10%70 10.30% 12.50%145 10.90%
55 to 59 years65 9.80%55 8.10% 15.38%115 8.60%
35 to 39 years60 9.10%50 7.40% 16.67%110 8.20%
70 to 74 years50 7.60%55 8.10% 9.09%100 7.50%
45 to 49 years45 6.80%40 5.90% 11.11%85 6.40%
50 to 54 years40 6.10%45 6.60% 11.11%85 6.40%
25 to 29 years40 6.10%40 5.90% 0.00%80 6.00%
30 to 34 years35 5.30%30 4.40% 14.29%65 4.90%
0 to 4 years20 3.00%40 5.90% 50.00%60 4.50%
40 to 44 years25 3.80%35 5.10% 28.57%60 4.50%
75 to 79 years40 6.10%25 3.70% 37.50%60 4.50%
Median age of the population53 53.20%49 49.20% 7.52%52 51.60%
15 to 19 years20 3.00%35 5.10% 42.86%50 3.70%
Average age of the population49 49.40%46 45.60% 8.10%48 47.50%
5 to 9 years20 3.00%25 3.70% 20.00%45 3.40%
20 to 24 years25 3.80%20 2.90% 20.00%45 3.40%
10 to 14 years15 2.30%20 2.90% 25.00%40 3.00%
80 to 84 years15 2.30%10 1.50% 33.33%25 1.90%
85 years and over5 0.80%10 1.50% 50.00%15 1.10%

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 63.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 26.20% and 10.90%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
0 to 14 years8.30%13.20%10.90%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Radium Hot Springs

Population of Radium Hot Springs by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Radium Hot Springs is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Radium Hot Springs 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 English, which accounts for 25.00% of the total population, followed by Scottish (19.23%), Irish (16.54%), German (16.15%), and French (8.85%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, Ukrainian, Norwegian, Dutch, and British Isles.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English17.80%30.99%25.00%
Scottish21.19%17.61%19.23%
Irish11.02%21.13%16.54%
German16.10%16.20%16.15%
French11.86%6.34%8.85%
Canadian7.63%9.15%8.08%
Ukrainian8.47%6.34%7.31%
Norwegian7.63%6.34%6.92%
Dutch6.78%6.34%6.54%
British Isles7.63%4.23%5.38%

Immigration Profile

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

About 16.5% of Radium Hot Springs's population are immigrants (215 people).

The top countries of origin for Radium Hot Springs's immigrant population are Philippines (60), United Kingdom (55), Germany (20), United States of America (15), Netherlands (10).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Philippines60
United Kingdom55
Germany20
United States of America15
Netherlands10

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 305 of Radium Hot Springs's population live in a 2 persons. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 24.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.35% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.90%, 3.95%, and 1.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons30524.00%
1 person19515.35%
3 persons755.90%
4 persons503.95%
5 or more persons201.55%

Income in Radium Hot Springs

Analyzing income distribution in Radium Hot Springs can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Radium Hot Springs is $44,000.

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 Radium Hot Springs population or around 195 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 160 and 145 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Radium Hot Springs's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Radium Hot Springs's median household income is 3,000 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 Radium Hot Springs

This data sheds light on the distribution of Radium Hot Springs 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.

53.50% or most of the Radium Hot Springs population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.80% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.85% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.90% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree4755351,01553.50%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate28043071036.80%
Bachelor's degree or higher21019540020.85%
No certificate, diploma or degree751101959.90%

Below national average 20.9% of Radium Hot Springs's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Radium Hot Springs

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Radium Hot Springs. 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 5.13% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate55.98%
Unemployment rate5.13%

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 Radium Hot Springs's population (around 69.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 60 men and 65 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 120.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed6065120

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Radium Hot Springs has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Accommodation and food services at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing754518%
Retail trade307013%
Accommodation and food services306512%
Health care and social assistance0508%
Construction35157%
Professional, scientific and technical services35157%
Arts, entertainment and recreation35207%
Real estate and rental and leasing20206%
Public administration15206%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting3004%
Other services (except public administration)0204%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services0204%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction2003%
Transportation and warehousing1001%
Finance and insurance001%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Educational services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Radium Hot Springs: -33 Manufacturing (18%), -45 Retail trade (13%), Accommodation and food services (12%)

Top occupation categories in Radium Hot Springs: Sales and service occupations (34%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%)

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 work23024047072.30%
No fixed workplace address356010015.40%
Worked at home30457511.50%
Worked outside Canada100101.50%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Radium Hot Springs 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 Radium Hot Springs residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Radium Hot Springs 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 minutes45.10%
Less than 15 minutes42.50%
30 to 44 minutes8.80%
60 minutes and over4.40%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Radium Hot Springsshed 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 Radium Hot Springs's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
65.69%
Married or living common-law
34.31%

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 Radium Hot Springs. About 1,300 people living in the province speak English, 30 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English1,300
French30
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
English85.4%92.9%
Non-official languages10.1%4.9%
French2.6%0.7%

Religion

Radium Hot Springs is predominantly Christian. About 570 of its population is Christian (245 males and 245 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
Christian43.8%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Green Spaces in Radium Hot Springs

NameTypeApprox. Area
Rotary ParkParks0.3 ha
Kootenay National ParkNature Reserves137,069.5 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Radium Hot Springs

According to the 2021 census, Radium Hot Springs has a population of approximately 1,339 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Radium Hot Springs increased by 72.55%.

Radium Hot Springs has a population density of approximately 211.30 people per square kilometre.

Radium Hot Springs covers a land area of approximately 6.34 km².

The median age of the population in Radium Hot Springs is 51.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Radium Hot Springs is English.

The median household income in Radium Hot Springs is $81,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Radium Hot Springs.

Christian is the predominant religion in Radium Hot Springs.

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.