Springfield, Manitoba — Population & Demographics (2026)
Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Springfield census dataset on Statistics Canada
- Population (2021)
- 16,142
- +5.2% since 2016
- Density
- 14.7
- people per km²
- Land area
- 1,096
- km²
- Median age
- 42.4
- years
This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Springfield. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 1,096.17 km2. The township has a population density of 14.70 people per km2.
We highlight the Springfield township's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.
Springfield on the Map
- Points of interest (44)
- Places to visit (8)
- Green spaces (20)
Springfield location on the map. View in Google Maps
Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Springfield has a population of around 16,142 people. The township's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Springfield has increased by ▲ 5.21%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 15,342 | 16,142 | +5.21% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.02% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Springfield's population is projected to reach approximately 16,984 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 15.49 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 16,142 | 16,984 | 15.49 |
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.
Springfield Population Trend & Context
Springfield is the 5th-largest township in Manitoba, with a 2021 census population of 16,142 — an increase of 800 (▲ 5.21%) people from the 15,342 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 42.4 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.
How does Springfield compare to other Manitoba townships?
Population By Genders
The male population of Springfield is around 8,195 while the female population is around 7,945.
Of the 16,142 total population in Springfield, the largest gender is male with around 8,195 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 8,195 | 7,945 | +3.05% |
Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Springfield 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.
Springfield Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Springfield compares to the township's key indicators:
| Indicator | Springfield | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | — | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | — | 8.3% |
| Median age | 42.4 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | — | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | — | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Springfield has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.40% of the total population. The township median age is 42.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 675 8.20% | 685 8.60% | 1.46% | 1,360 8.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 605 7.40% | 625 7.90% | 3.20% | 1,235 7.70% |
| 50 to 54 years | 560 6.80% | 570 7.20% | 1.75% | 1,125 7.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 575 7.00% | 545 6.90% | 5.22% | 1,120 6.90% |
| 40 to 44 years | 550 6.70% | 570 7.20% | 3.51% | 1,115 6.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 580 7.10% | 530 6.70% | 8.62% | 1,110 6.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 555 6.80% | 525 6.60% | 5.41% | 1,085 6.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 520 6.30% | 515 6.50% | 0.96% | 1,035 6.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 490 6.00% | 525 6.60% | 6.67% | 1,010 6.30% |
| 15 to 19 years | 540 6.60% | 455 5.70% | 15.74% | 995 6.20% |
| 30 to 34 years | 450 5.50% | 445 5.60% | 1.11% | 895 5.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 440 5.40% | 420 5.30% | 4.55% | 860 5.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 455 5.60% | 390 4.90% | 14.29% | 845 5.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 400 4.90% | 350 4.40% | 12.50% | 750 4.60% |
| 25 to 29 years | 355 4.30% | 370 4.70% | 4.05% | 720 4.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 240 2.90% | 215 2.70% | 10.42% | 455 2.80% |
| 80 to 84 years | 140 1.70% | 105 1.30% | 25.00% | 245 1.50% |
| 85 years and over | 70 0.90% | 110 1.40% | 36.36% | 180 1.10% |
| 85 to 89 years | 50 0.60% | 85 1.10% | 41.18% | 135 0.80% |
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 64.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 19.10% and 16.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Springfield are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 63.90% | 64.80% | 64.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 19.50% | 18.80% | 19.10% |
| 65 years and over | 16.70% | 16.40% | 16.50% |
Population of Springfield by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Springfield is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Springfield 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 5,370 of Springfield's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.85% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 8.85% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.30%, 8.10%, and 4.95%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 2,300 | 19.85% |
| 4 persons | 1,025 | 8.85% |
| 3 persons | 960 | 8.30% |
| 1 person | 940 | 8.10% |
| 5 or more persons | 575 | 4.95% |
Family and Household Structure in Springfield
Of census families in Springfield, 91.7% are couple families and 8.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.
16.2% of households in Springfield are one-person households, 72.1% are couple-family households, 5.4% are one-parent-family households, and 1.8% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 940 | 16.2% |
| Couple-family households | 4,180 | 72.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 315 | 5.4% |
| Multigenerational households | 105 | 1.8% |
Income in Springfield
Analyzing income distribution in Springfield can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Springfield 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 Springfield population or around 3,240 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 3,235 and 3,120 people, respectively.
Household Income
Education Levels in Springfield
Employment in Springfield
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 Springfield 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 Springfield residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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.
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.
Religion
Points of Interest in Springfield
Schools
- Joseph Teres School
- John W. Gunn Middle School
- Transcona Collegiate
- Radisson School
- Regent Park School
- Edward Schreyer School
- Margaret-Underhill School
- Birds Hill School
Parks
- Rotary Heritage Park
- Maple Leaf Park
- River Road Provincial Park
- River Road Provincial Park
- River Road Provincial Park
- River Road Provincial Park
- Kilcona Park
- Devonshire Park
- Thomas F. Copeland Memorial Park
- McMeans Park
- Rotary Centenary Park
- Rotary Centenary Park
- Rotary Centenary Park
- Kiwanis Park
- Kern Park
- Circle Park
- Reykdal Family Park
- Kinsmen Legacy Park
- Oxford Heights Community Centre
- Transcona Stadium
- Transcona Bioreserve
- Harold Hatcher Park
- Buhler Recreation Park
- Hugh McDonald Park
- Glengarry Park
- Sperring Gardens
- Memorial Park
- Silver Springs Park
- Victoria Jason Park
- Lakeside Meadows Park
- Transcona Trail Park
- Dowling Park
- Paulley Drive Park
- Bayview Drive East
- Bayview Drive West
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Springfield
Museums
Attractions
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Springfield
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary Heritage Park | Parks | — |
| Maple Leaf Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| River Road Provincial Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| River Road Provincial Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| River Road Provincial Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| River Road Provincial Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Kilcona Park | Parks | 142.9 ha |
| Devonshire Park | Parks | 5.3 ha |
| Thomas F. Copeland Memorial Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| McMeans Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Rotary Centenary Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Rotary Centenary Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Rotary Centenary Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| Kiwanis Park | Parks | 1.9 ha |
| Kern Park | Parks | 2.7 ha |
| Circle Park | Parks | 1.1 ha |
| Reykdal Family Park | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| Kinsmen Legacy Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Oxford Heights Community Centre | Parks | 2.3 ha |
| Transcona Stadium | Parks | 3.9 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Townships to Springfield
- Tache 22.3 km away · 11,916 people
- East St. Paul 23.7 km away · 9,725 people
- Brokenhead 25.8 km away · 5,414 people
- St. Andrews 26.1 km away · 11,723 people
- West St. Paul 28.6 km away · 6,682 people
- Ste. Anne 28.9 km away · 5,584 people
- Dufferin 33.2 km away · 2,543 people
- Montcalm 35.4 km away · 1,278 people
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 Springfield
What is the population of Springfield?
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Springfield has a population of 16,142 people, making it the 5th township in Manitoba. The population increased significantly from 15,342 in 2016, an increase of 800 people or 5.21%. The township has a population density of 14.7 people per km² across a land area of 1,096.17 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Is the population of Springfield growing?
Springfield's population grew by 5.21% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 15,342 to 16,142 people, a gain of 800 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Manitoba townships during this period. The median age of 42.40 years suggests a mature, established community. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (16.2%) 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 Springfield?
Springfield has a population density of approximately 14.70 people per square kilometre.
How large is Springfield?
Springfield covers a land area of approximately 1,096.17 km².
What is the median age in Springfield?
The median age of the population in Springfield is 42.40 years.
What percentage of families in Springfield are one-parent families?
One-parent families make up 8.3% of census families in Springfield, according to the 2021 Census.
Are there many multigenerational households in Springfield?
Multigenerational households make up 1.8% of all households in Springfield, per the 2021 Census.
Why isn't 2026 census data for Springfield 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.