Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Ilford has a population of around 62 people. The Indian reserve's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Ilford has increased by ▲ 100.00%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | 62 | +100.00% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.87% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Ilford's population is projected to reach approximately 124 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 8.80 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 62 | 124 | 8.80 |
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.
Ilford Population Trend & Context
Ilford had a 2021 census population of 62 — an increase of 31 (▲ 100.00%) people from the 31 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Manitoba Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 43.2 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.
Population By Genders
The male population of Ilford is around 40 while the female population is around 25.
Of the 62 total population in Ilford, the largest gender is male with around 40 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 25 | +37.50% |
Is Ilford a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Ilford 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.
Ilford Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Ilford compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Ilford | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 43.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16.7% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Ilford has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 23.10% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 43.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 53.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 30.80% and 7.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Ilford are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 40.00% | 25.00% | 65.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 50.00% | 80.00% | 53.80% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 20.00% | 35.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 37.50% | 20.00% | 30.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 5.00% | 20.00% |
| 65 years and over | 12.50% | 0.00% | 7.70% |
| 65 years and over | 5.00% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
Population of Ilford by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Ilford is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Ilford is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Ilford are Cree, which accounts for 76.92% of the total population, followed by North American Indigenous (15.38%), First Nations (North American Indian) (15.38%), Jamaican (0.00%), and Asian (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Ilford include Korean, Romanian, Lebanese, Iranian, and Christian, n.i.e..
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 85.71% | 80.00% | 76.92% |
| North American Indigenous | 0.00% | 0.00% | 15.38% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 15.38% |
| Jamaican | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Korean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Romanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Lebanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Iranian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Christian, n.i.e. | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Ilford
About 100.00% of Ilford's population (60 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 60 people (100.00% 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 Ilford's population profile.
About 0.0% of Ilford's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Ilford'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 |
0.0% of Ilford's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 20 of Ilford's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 12.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 3 persons households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 1 person households account for 12.50%, 12.50%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 5 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 12.50% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 12.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 12.50% |
| 1 person | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Ilford
Of census families in Ilford, 75.0% are couple families and 25.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.2 people.
0.0% of households in Ilford are one-person households, 66.7% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Couple-family households | 10 | 66.7% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Ilford
Analyzing income distribution in Ilford can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Ilford 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 Ilford 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 Ilford's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Ilford'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 Ilford
This data sheds light on the distribution of Ilford 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.
50.00% or most of the Ilford population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 50.00% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 0.00% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 15 | 50.00% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 50.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Above national average 33.3% of Ilford's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Ilford
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Ilford. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Ilford is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 66.67% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Ilford, 50.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 37.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 25.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 20 | 50.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 15 | 37.5% |
| Did not work | 10 | 25.0% |
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 Ilford's population (around 57.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Ilford industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Ilford is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Ilford has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (43%) works in the public administration sector. The Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services sector comes second at 29%, followed by Educational services at 29%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 10 | 43% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 29% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 29% |
| 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% |
| Health care and social assistance | 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Ilford residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Ilford: Public administration (43%), Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services (29%), Educational services (29%)
Top occupation categories in Ilford: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (29%), Business, finance and administration occupations (29%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (0%)
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 | 10 | 10 | 20 | 66.70% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 10 | 10 | 33.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Ilford 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 Ilford residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Ilford 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 Ilford 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 Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Ilford'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 Ilford. About 60 people living in the Indian reserve 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 | 60 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Ilford's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 60 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 83.3% | 91.7% |
| Non-official languages | 8.3% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Ilford is predominantly Christian. About 30 of its population is Christian (15 males and 10 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 | 50.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Ilford
- Mooseocoot 0.2 km · 60 people
- Mooseocoot 4 0.5 km
- York Landing 30.8 km · 455 people
- Split Lake 171 44.0 km · 2,232 people
- A Kwis Ki Mahka 63.5 km · 58 people
- Fox Lake 2 99.3 km · 126 people
- Oxford House 24 131.3 km
- God's River 86A 168.3 km · 809 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Ilford
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Ilford has a population of 62 people, making it the 157th Indian reserve in Manitoba. The population increased significantly from 31 in 2016, an increase of 31 people or 100.00%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 4.4 people per km² across a land area of 14.09 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Ilford's population grew by 100.00% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 31 to 62 people, a gain of 31 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Manitoba Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 43.20 years suggests a mature, established community. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (0.0%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Ilford has a population density of approximately 4.40 people per square kilometre.
Ilford covers a land area of approximately 14.09 km².
The median age of the population in Ilford is 43.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Ilford is Cree.
The median household income in Ilford is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Ilford.
Christian is the predominant religion in Ilford.
According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Ilford's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Ilford's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 33.3% of census families in Ilford, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Ilford, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Ilford'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 Ilford, 50.0% 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.