Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Zeballos has a population of around 126 people. The village's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Zeballos has increased by ▲ 17.76%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 107 | 126 | +17.76% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.32% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Zeballos's population is projected to reach approximately 148 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 95.48 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 126 | 148 | 95.48 |
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.
Zeballos Population Trend & Context
Zeballos had a 2021 census population of 126 — an increase of 19 (▲ 17.76%) people from the 107 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 50.8 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Zeballos is around 75 while the female population is around 55.
Of the 126 total population in Zeballos, the largest gender is male with around 75 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | 55 | +26.67% |
Is Zeballos a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Zeballos 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.
Zeballos Population Compared to British Columbia
British Columbia's population in 2021 was 5,000,879, spread across the area. Here's how Zeballos compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Zeballos | British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $85,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 50.8 | 42.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 6.3% | 31.8% |
| Immigrants (%) | 15.0% | 29.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Zeballos has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 25 to 29 years old, accounting for 11.50% of the total population. The village median age is 50.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 65.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 23.10% and 7.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Zeballos are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 50.00% | 35.00% | 85.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 63.60% | 65.40% |
| 65 years and over | 15.00% | 15.00% | 30.00% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 27.30% | 23.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 10.00% | 5.00% | 10.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 13.30% | 9.10% | 7.70% |
Population of Zeballos by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Zeballos is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Zeballos 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 Zeballos are Scottish, which accounts for 55.00% of the total population, followed by German (40.00%), English (25.00%), North American Indigenous (20.00%), and Irish (15.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Zeballos include Italian, Iroquois (Haudenosaunee), New Zealander, Sudanese, and Breton.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish | 55.56% | 54.55% | 55.00% |
| German | 55.56% | 18.18% | 40.00% |
| English | 33.33% | 0.00% | 25.00% |
| North American Indigenous | 0.00% | 27.27% | 20.00% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 18.18% | 15.00% |
| Italian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 10.00% |
| Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| New Zealander | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Sudanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Breton | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Zeballos
About 23.81% of Zeballos's population (25 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 76.19% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 20 people (20.00% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Zeballos's population profile.
About 15.0% of Zeballos's population are immigrants (15 people).
The top countries of origin for Zeballos'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 |
100.0% of Zeballos's residents (100 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 15.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 15.0% are second generation, and 65.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 60 of Zeballos's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 23.35% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 20.00% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 3.35%, 3.35%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 35 | 23.35% |
| 2 persons | 30 | 20.00% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 3.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 3.35% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Zeballos
Of census families in Zeballos, 85.7% are couple families and 14.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
50.0% of households in Zeballos are one-person households, 35.7% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 35 | 50.0% |
| Couple-family households | 25 | 35.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Zeballos
Analyzing income distribution in Zeballos can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Zeballos 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 Zeballos 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 Zeballos's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Zeballos'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 Zeballos
This data sheds light on the distribution of Zeballos 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.
40.00% or most of the Zeballos population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 30.00% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 30.00% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 10 | 20 | 40.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 15 | 30.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 30.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Zeballos's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Zeballos
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Zeballos. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Zeballos is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 50.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Zeballos, 17.6% worked full year full time in the reference year, 41.2% worked part year and/or part time, and 41.2% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 15 | 17.6% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 35 | 41.2% |
| Did not work | 35 | 41.2% |
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 Zeballos's population (around 55.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, 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 Zeballos industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Zeballos is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Zeballos has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 0%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 22% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 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% |
| 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% |
| Educational 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 Zeballos residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Zeballos: Health care and social assistance (22%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%)
Top occupation categories in Zeballos: Business, finance and administration occupations (33%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (22%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (22%)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worked at home | 15 | 0 | 20 | 50.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 10 | 25.00% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 10 | 10 | 25.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Zeballos 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 Zeballos residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Zeballos 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 | 100.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Zeballos shed 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 Zeballos'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 Zeballos. About 120 people living in the village 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 | 120 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Zeballos's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 96.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 120 | 96.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 | 96.0% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Zeballos is predominantly Christian. About 15 of its population is Christian (0 males and 15 females).
The second largest religion in the village 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 | 15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Zeballos
Schools
Parks
Libraries
Green Spaces in Zeballos
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate | Parks | 0.0 ha |
| Foreshore Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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- Port Alice 67.3 km · 739 people
- Sayward 77.0 km · 334 people
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- Lions Bay 266.0 km · 1,390 people
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Frequently Asked Questions about Zeballos
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Zeballos has a population of 126 people, making it the 282nd village in British Columbia. The population increased significantly from 107 in 2016, an increase of 19 people or 17.76%. The village has a population density of 81.4 people per km² across a land area of 1.55 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Zeballos's population grew by 17.76% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 107 to 126 people, a gain of 19 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other British Columbia villages during this period. The median age of 50.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (46.7%) 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.
Zeballos has a population density of approximately 81.40 people per square kilometre.
Zeballos covers a land area of approximately 1.55 km².
The median age of the population in Zeballos is 50.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Zeballos is Scottish.
The median household income in Zeballos is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Zeballos.
Christian is the predominant religion in Zeballos.
According to the 2021 Census, 25.0% of Zeballos's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Zeballos's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 16.7% of census families in Zeballos, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Zeballos, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Zeballos's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Zeballos, 17.6% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.