Township in Manitoba

Ritchot, Manitoba — Population & Demographics (2026)

Name: 2021 Census Population and Demographics Profile for Ritchot
Creator: Statistics Canada
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Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Ritchot census dataset on Statistics Canada

Population (2021): 7,469; +11.8% since 2016
Density: 22.5; people per km²
Land area: 332; km²
Median age: 38.0; years
Median household income: $109,000; 2020, before tax

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Ritchot. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 332.23 km². The township has a population density of 22.50 people per km².

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

Ritchot on the Map

Points of interest (49)
Places to visit (10)
Green spaces (24)

Ritchot location on the map. View in Google Maps

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Ritchot has a population of around 7,469 people. The township's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Ritchot has increased by ▲ 11.83%.

Population in 2016	Population in 2021	Difference
6,679	7,469	+11.83%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.26% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Ritchot's population is projected to reach approximately 8,352 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 25.14 people per km².

Population in 2021	Projected Population in 2026	Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
7,469	8,352	25.14

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.

Ritchot Population Trend & Context

Ritchot is the 17th-largest township in Manitoba, with a 2021 census population of 7,469 — an increase of 790 (▲ 11.83%) people from the 6,679 recorded in 2016.

The township's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Manitoba townships. The township's median age of 38 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.

How does Ritchot compare to other Manitoba townships?

15th Rockwood 8,440
16th Macdonald 8,120
17th Ritchot This township 7,469
18th Portage la Prairie 6,888
19th La Broquerie 6,725

Population By Genders

The male population of Ritchot is around 3,800 while the female population is around 3,665.

Of the 7,469 total population in Ritchot, the largest gender is male with around 3,800 male within the population.

Male	Female	Difference
3,800	3,665	+3.55%

Is Ritchot a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

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Unemployment rate

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Employment rate

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Participation rate

Income & Affordability

$109,000

Median household income

$29,500 above the province

5.8%

Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)

8.4 pts below the province

Commute

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Commute under 30 minutes

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Commute by car

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Commute by public transit

Housing Character

78.1%

Single-detached houses

11.7 pts above the province

11.2%

Apartments (any building size)

13.1 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.80 people

Average household size

0.30people above the province

17.2%

One-person households

11.0 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Ritchot Population Compared to Manitoba

Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Ritchot compares to the township's key indicators:

Indicator	Ritchot	Manitoba
Median household income	$109,000	$79,500
Unemployment rate	—	8.3%
Median age	38	38.4
Bachelor's degree or higher	—	25.9%
Immigrants (%)	—	19.7%

Population by Age Characteristics

Ritchot has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 35 to 39 years old, accounting for 8.00% of the total population. The township median age is 38.00.

Data	Male	Female	Difference	Total
35 to 39 years	295 7.80%	300 8.20%	1.67%	595 8.00%
30 to 34 years	260 6.80%	285 7.80%	8.77%	545 7.30%
55 to 59 years	285 7.50%	260 7.10%	8.77%	545 7.30%
5 to 9 years	270 7.10%	270 7.40%	0.00%	540 7.20%
40 to 44 years	265 7.00%	255 7.00%	3.77%	520 7.00%
45 to 49 years	250 6.60%	260 7.10%	3.85%	515 6.90%
0 to 4 years	270 7.10%	240 6.50%	11.11%	510 6.80%
10 to 14 years	250 6.60%	260 7.10%	3.85%	505 6.80%
60 to 64 years	265 7.00%	240 6.50%	9.43%	505 6.80%
15 to 19 years	250 6.60%	205 5.60%	18.00%	460 6.20%
50 to 54 years	225 5.90%	225 6.10%	0.00%	450 6.00%
25 to 29 years	210 5.50%	215 5.90%	2.33%	425 5.70%
20 to 24 years	215 5.70%	200 5.50%	6.98%	415 5.60%
65 to 69 years	200 5.30%	200 5.50%	0.00%	400 5.40%
70 to 74 years	140 3.70%	125 3.40%	10.71%	265 3.50%
75 to 79 years	90 2.40%	70 1.90%	22.22%	160 2.10%

Broader Age Groups

If the township'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 66.60% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 20.80% and 12.60%, respectively.

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

Data	Male	Female	Total
15 to 64 years	66.40%	66.70%	66.60%
0 to 14 years	20.70%	21.00%	20.80%
65 years and over	12.80%	12.30%	12.60%

Population of Ritchot by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Ritchot is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Ritchot is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the township appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

Immigration Profile

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 2,120 of Ritchot's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.30% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.60%, 7.65%, and 5.80%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in Household	Total	Percentage
2 persons	1,015	18.75%
4 persons	505	9.30%
1 person	465	8.60%
3 persons	415	7.65%
5 or more persons	315	5.80%

Family and Household Structure in Ritchot

Of census families in Ritchot, 90.4% are couple families and 9.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.

Couple families90.4%

One-parent families9.6%

17.2% of households in Ritchot are one-person households, 69.2% are couple-family households, 6.1% are one-parent-family households, and 1.8% are multigenerational households.

Household Type	Households	Percentage
One-person households	465	17.2%
Couple-family households	1,875	69.2%
One-parent-family households	165	6.1%
Multigenerational households	50	1.8%

Income in Ritchot

Analyzing income distribution in Ritchot can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Ritchot is $49,600.

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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Ritchot population or around 1,075 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 865 and 755 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Ritchot's median household income is $109,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Ritchot's median household income is 25,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Ritchot

Employment in Ritchot

Working as an Employee

Employment Industry Sectors

Labour Market Snapshot

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Ritchot 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 Ritchot residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Ritchot spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Ritchot 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Ritchot's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law68.8%

Not married and not living common-law31.2%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights township'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 Ritchot. About 6,060 people living in the township speak English, 1,345 people speak French, 50 people speak English and French language, and 15 people speak Neither English nor French language.

Language	Population
English	6,060
French	1,345
English and French	50
Neither English nor French	15

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 33.0% of Ritchot's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 66.2% know English only, 0.5% know French only, and 0.3% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official Languages	Population	Percentage
English only	4,945	66.2%
French only	40	0.5%
English and French	2,465	33.0%
Neither English nor French	25	0.3%

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	70.4%	85.5%
French	18.3%	9.0%
Non-official languages	7.0%	3.1%

Religion

Points of Interest in Ritchot

Schools

Parks

Libraries

Pembina Trail Library

Community Centres

Places to Visit in Ritchot

Attractions

Historic Sites

Green Spaces in Ritchot

Name	Type	Approx. Area
Maple Grove Park	Parks	—
Parc De Moissac Park	Parks	0.5 ha
Shaheed Bhagat Singh Park	Parks	18.4 ha
Point West Park	Parks	3.5 ha
Kirkbridge Park	Parks	12.7 ha
Grandmont Park	Parks	5.1 ha
La Salle Park	Parks	0.5 ha
Bellemer Park	Parks	1.1 ha
Payment Street Park	Parks	2.7 ha
Houde Drive Park	Parks	0.4 ha
Tranquil Bay Park	Parks	0.3 ha
Baldry Creek Park	Parks	4.9 ha
Alex Bridge Park	Parks	2.6 ha
South Winnipeg C.C.-Ryerson Site	Parks	2.5 ha
St. Norbert Provincial Heritage Park	Parks	5.7 ha
Kings Park	Parks	39.8 ha
Sandpiper Park East	Parks	0.2 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	4.3 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	4.9 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	23.8 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	0.5 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	12.4 ha
Duff Roblin Provincial Park	Parks	10.2 ha
Trappist Monastery Provincial Park	Parks	1.8 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Nearest Townships to Ritchot

Methodology

Data vintage: Reference date was Census Day, May 11, 2021. Statistics Canada released this profile in stages starting February 9, 2022, with later characteristics added through the remainder of 2022.
Rounding & suppression: To protect respondent confidentiality, Statistics Canada randomly rounds every count shown here, and withholds some characteristics entirely for areas with very small populations. This is why a small number of figures on this page may show as unavailable for smaller places — it reflects a StatCan privacy rule, not missing data on our end.
Next update: These are the most recent figures available. Canada's next census is scheduled for May 2026, with results expected to begin release in 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ritchot

What is the population of Ritchot?

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Ritchot has a population of 7,469 people, making it the 17th township in Manitoba. The population increased significantly from 6,679 in 2016, an increase of 790 people or 11.83%. The township has a population density of 22.5 people per km² across a land area of 332.23 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Is the population of Ritchot growing?

Ritchot's population grew by 11.83% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 6,679 to 7,469 people, a gain of 790 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Manitoba townships during this period. The median age of 38.00 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (17.2%) 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.

What is the population density of Ritchot?

Ritchot has a population density of approximately 22.50 people per square kilometre.

How large is Ritchot?

Ritchot covers a land area of approximately 332.23 km².

What is the median age in Ritchot?

The median age of the population in Ritchot is 38.00 years.

What is the median household income in Ritchot?

The median household income in Ritchot is $109,000, based on 2020 data.

What is the most spoken language in Ritchot?

English is the most common first official language spoken in Ritchot.

What percentage of families in Ritchot are one-parent families?

One-parent families make up 9.6% of census families in Ritchot, according to the 2021 Census.

Are there many multigenerational households in Ritchot?

Multigenerational households make up 1.8% of all households in Ritchot, per the 2021 Census.

What percentage of Ritchot's population is bilingual in English and French?

33.0% of Ritchot's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.

Why isn't 2026 census data for Ritchot available yet?

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.