Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Brandon has a population of around 51,313 people. The city's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Brandon has increased by 4.97%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 48,883 | 51,313 | +4.97% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.98% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Brandon's population is projected to reach approximately 53,864 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 681.48 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 51,313 | 53,864 | 681.48 |
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.
Population By Genders
The male population of Brandon is around 25,150 while the female population is around 26,160.
Of the 51,313 total population in Brandon, the largest gender is female with around 26,160 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 25,150 | 26,160 | +3.86% |
Is Brandon a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Brandon compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, 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.
Population by Age Characteristics
Brandon has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 20 to 24 years old, accounting for 7.70% of the total population. The city median age is 36.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 to 24 years | 2,015 8.00% | 1,930 7.40% | 4.22% | 3,950 7.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 1,905 7.60% | 1,950 7.50% | 2.31% | 3,850 7.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 1,935 7.70% | 1,875 7.20% | 3.10% | 3,810 7.40% |
| 25 to 29 years | 1,955 7.80% | 1,805 6.90% | 7.67% | 3,755 7.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 1,755 7.00% | 1,780 6.80% | 1.40% | 3,535 6.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 1,735 6.90% | 1,610 6.20% | 7.20% | 3,345 6.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 1,600 6.40% | 1,560 6.00% | 2.50% | 3,160 6.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 1,570 6.20% | 1,535 5.90% | 2.23% | 3,100 6.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 1,605 6.40% | 1,470 5.60% | 8.41% | 3,080 6.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 1,525 6.10% | 1,445 5.50% | 5.25% | 2,975 5.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 1,380 5.50% | 1,545 5.90% | 10.68% | 2,925 5.70% |
| 60 to 64 years | 1,300 5.20% | 1,460 5.60% | 10.96% | 2,755 5.40% |
| 50 to 54 years | 1,325 5.30% | 1,345 5.10% | 1.49% | 2,665 5.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 1,150 4.60% | 1,260 4.80% | 8.73% | 2,410 4.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 910 3.60% | 1,190 4.50% | 23.53% | 2,095 4.10% |
| 75 to 79 years | 575 2.30% | 830 3.20% | 30.72% | 1,400 2.70% |
| 85 years and over | 440 1.70% | 850 3.20% | 48.24% | 1,290 2.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 485 1.90% | 720 2.80% | 32.64% | 1,205 2.30% |
| 85 to 89 years | 270 1.10% | 475 1.80% | 43.16% | 750 1.50% |
| 90 to 94 years | 140 0.60% | 280 1.10% | 50.00% | 420 0.80% |
| 95 to 99 years | 20 0.10% | 80 0.30% | 75.00% | 105 0.20% |
Broader Age Groups
If the city'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 65.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 18.30% and 16.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Brandon are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 37.50% | 40.50% | 39.00% |
| Median age of the population | 35.60% | 38.40% | 36.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 19.40% | 17.30% | 18.30% |
| 65 years and over | 14.20% | 18.50% | 16.40% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Brandon
Population of Brandon by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Brandon is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Brandon 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 25.27% of the total population, followed by Scottish (22.12%), Irish (15.90%), Ukrainian (13.22%), and German (12.22%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, French, Polish, First Nations (North American Indian), and Indian (India).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 24.20% | 26.32% | 25.27% |
| Scottish | 22.34% | 21.91% | 22.12% |
| Irish | 15.18% | 16.59% | 15.90% |
| Ukrainian | 13.11% | 13.35% | 13.22% |
| German | 12.25% | 12.19% | 12.22% |
| Canadian | 9.20% | 8.92% | 9.06% |
| French | 7.55% | 6.87% | 7.19% |
| Polish | 5.85% | 6.12% | 6.00% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 3.66% | 3.37% | 3.52% |
| Indian (India) | 3.62% | 3.17% | 3.38% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Brandon's population profile.
About 18.1% of Brandon's population are immigrants (9,035 people).
The top countries of origin for Brandon's immigrant population are India (1,535), China (1,020), El Salvador (970), Philippines (680), Nigeria (580).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| India | 1,535 |
| China | 1,020 |
| El Salvador | 970 |
| Philippines | 680 |
| Nigeria | 580 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 11,045 of Brandon's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 17.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.55% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.30%, 6.40%, and 3.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 7,235 | 17.05% |
| 1 person | 6,595 | 15.55% |
| 3 persons | 3,095 | 7.30% |
| 4 persons | 2,715 | 6.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 1,560 | 3.70% |
Income in Brandon
Analyzing income distribution in Brandon can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Brandon is $41,200.
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 city's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Brandon population or around 6,750 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 6,310 and 6,090 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Brandon's median household income is $76,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Brandon's median household income is 8,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the city'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 city's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Brandon
This data sheds light on the distribution of Brandon 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.
53.80% or most of the Brandon population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 32.05% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.65% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.20% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 16,195 | 18,895 | 35,085 | 53.80% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10,805 | 10,560 | 21,365 | 32.05% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 6,805 | 8,460 | 15,265 | 23.65% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 5,435 | 4,425 | 9,860 | 14.20% |
Below national average 23.7% of Brandon's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Brandon
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Brandon. 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 5.09% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 62.65% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.09% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the city who work as an employee. The majority of Brandon's population (around 75.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 1,435 men and 850 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 2,285.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 1,435 | 850 | 2,285 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Brandon industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Brandon is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Brandon has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Manufacturing at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 1,025 | 3,700 | 17% |
| Retail trade | 1,935 | 1,965 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 2,145 | 875 | 11% |
| Educational services | 835 | 1,505 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 830 | 1,170 | 7% |
| Construction | 1,625 | 190 | 7% |
| Public administration | 1,120 | 595 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 1,005 | 145 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 565 | 500 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 480 | 430 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 445 | 440 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 240 | 500 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 535 | 150 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 215 | 205 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 235 | 165 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 270 | 100 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 180 | 140 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 175 | 10 | 1% |
| Utilities | 150 | 15 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 15 | 15 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Brandon residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Brandon: Health care and social assistance (17%), -45 Retail trade (14%), -33 Manufacturing (11%)
Top occupation categories in Brandon: Sales and service occupations (28%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (15%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the city. 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 | 9,810 | 10,240 | 20,055 | 79.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 2,340 | 735 | 3,075 | 12.10% |
| Worked at home | 1,050 | 1,120 | 2,165 | 8.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 40 | 0 | 45 | 0.20% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Brandon 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 Brandon residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Brandon spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the city's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the city.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 65.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 24.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 5.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Brandonshed 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 city's social fabric. We can gain insights into Brandon's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights city'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 Brandon. About 48,600 people living in the province speak English, 1,070 people speak Neither English nor French, 450 people speak French language, and 135 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 48,600 |
| Neither English nor French | 1,070 |
| French | 450 |
| English and French | 135 |
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 | 77.6% | 84.5% |
| Non-official languages | 18.1% | 12.4% |
| French | 1.0% | 0.2% |
Religion
Brandon is predominantly Christian. About 23,840 of its population is Christian (11,025 males and 11,025 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 3.7% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 1.1% and 0.8% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.2% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 47.8% |
| Hindu | 3.7% |
| Islam | 1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.1% |
Points of Interest in Brandon
Hospitals
Schools
- Kirkcaldy Heights Elementary School
- Valleyview Centenial School
- Meadows School
- École Secondaire Neelin High School
- George Fitton School
- Betty Gibson School
- École Harrison
- École Secondaire Neelin High School
- Earl Oxford Elementary School
- Valleyview Centenial School
- Riverview School
- Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School
- Betty Gibson School
- Vincent Massey High School
- École Harrison
- George Fittion
Parks
- South End Community Centre
- Rideau Park
- Stanley Park
- Dinsdale Park
- Coronation Park
- Queen Elizabeth Park
- Lions Memorial Community Park
- Hanbury Hill
- Errol Black Park
- Jacobson Park
- BYSA Park
- Princess Park
- Parkdale Park
- Kin Park
- Ecole New Era School Playground
Libraries
Community Centres
Green Spaces in Brandon
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| South End Community Centre | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Rideau Park | Parks | 5.5 ha |
| Stanley Park | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Dinsdale Park | Parks | 11.5 ha |
| Coronation Park | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| Queen Elizabeth Park | Parks | 5.5 ha |
| Lions Memorial Community Park | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Hanbury Hill | Parks | 9.7 ha |
| Errol Black Park | Parks | 1.9 ha |
| Jacobson Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| BYSA Park | Parks | 22.2 ha |
| Riverbank Discovery Centre | Nature Reserves | 47.4 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brandon
According to the 2021 census, Brandon has a population of approximately 51,313 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Brandon increased by 4.97%.
Brandon has a population density of approximately 649.20 people per square kilometre.
Brandon covers a land area of approximately 79.04 km².
The median age of the population in Brandon is 36.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Brandon is English.
The median household income in Brandon is $76,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Brandon.
Christian is the predominant religion in Brandon.
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.