Waterhen 45, Manitoba Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Waterhen 45 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Waterhen 45. It is a indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 19.54 km2. The indian reserve has a population density of 24.40 people per km2.

We highlight the Waterhen 45 indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Waterhen 45 on the Map

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Waterhen 45 location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Waterhen 45 has a population of around 476 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Waterhen 45 has increased by 27.61%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
373476 +27.61%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.00% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Waterhen 45's population is projected to reach approximately 607 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 31.06 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
47660731.06

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 Waterhen 45 is around 220 while the female population is around 255.

Of the 476 total population in Waterhen 45, the largest gender is female with around 255 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
220255 +13.73%

Is Waterhen 45 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Waterhen 45 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

10.5%
Unemployment rate
2.2 pts above the province
25.8%
Employment rate
33.3 pts below the province
28.8%
Participation rate
35.6 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$50,000
Median household income
$29,500 below the province
34.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
19.8 pts above the province

Commute

87.5%
Commute under 30 minutes
14.3 pts above the province
100.0%
Commute by car
13.9 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
5.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

97.1%
Single-detached houses
30.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
24.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.80 people
Average household size
0.30people above the province
25.7%
One-person households
2.5 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Other Indian Reserves Near Waterhen 45

Population by Age Characteristics

Waterhen 45 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 13.70% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 31.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
10 to 14 years40 18.20%30 11.80% 25.00%65 13.70%
0 to 4 years20 9.10%20 7.80% 0.00%45 9.50%
5 to 9 years20 9.10%20 7.80% 0.00%40 8.40%
45 to 49 years15 6.80%25 9.80% 40.00%40 8.40%
30 to 34 years10 4.50%20 7.80% 50.00%35 7.40%
35 to 39 years10 4.50%20 7.80% 50.00%35 7.40%
Average age of the population32 32.20%33 33.20% 3.01%33 32.60%
Median age of the population31 30.60%31 31.20% 3.21%31 31.00%
15 to 19 years10 4.50%15 5.90% 33.33%30 6.30%
20 to 24 years10 4.50%20 7.80% 50.00%30 6.30%
50 to 54 years20 9.10%15 5.90% 25.00%30 6.30%
25 to 29 years5 2.30%15 5.90% 66.67%25 5.30%
40 to 44 years10 4.50%15 5.90% 33.33%25 5.30%
60 to 64 years15 6.80%15 5.90% 0.00%25 5.30%
65 to 69 years5 2.30%10 3.90% 50.00%20 4.20%
55 to 59 years10 4.50%10 3.90% 0.00%15 3.20%
70 to 74 years5 2.30%5 2.00% 0.00%10 2.10%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%5 2.00% 100.00%10 2.10%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%5 2.00% 100.00%5 1.10%

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 60.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 31.60% and 60.00%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Waterhen 45 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Waterhen 45 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Waterhen 45 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Waterhen 45 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 Ojibway, which accounts for 61.05% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (35.79%), Cree (4.21%), Saulteaux (2.11%), and Anishinaabe (2.11%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Lithuanian, South African, Australian, Palestinian, and Chilean.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Ojibway61.36%56.86%61.05%
First Nations (North American Indian)34.09%37.25%35.79%
Cree4.55%3.92%4.21%
Saulteaux4.55%0.00%2.11%
Anishinaabe0.00%0.00%2.11%
Lithuanian0.00%0.00%0.00%
South African0.00%0.00%0.00%
Australian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Palestinian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Chilean0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Waterhen 45's population profile.

About 0.0% of Waterhen 45's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Waterhen 45's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 165 of Waterhen 45's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 14.30% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.85% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.55%, 7.15%, and 7.15%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons5014.30%
1 person4512.85%
3 persons308.55%
4 persons257.15%
5 or more persons257.15%

Income in Waterhen 45

Analyzing income distribution in Waterhen 45 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Waterhen 45 is $25,800.

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 Waterhen 45 population or around 55 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 40 and 35 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Waterhen 45's median household income is $50,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Waterhen 45's median household income is 34,000 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 Waterhen 45

This data sheds light on the distribution of Waterhen 45 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.

64.10% or most of the Waterhen 45 population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 20.40% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 13.65% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 3.65% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
No certificate, diploma or degree18018536064.10%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate307511520.40%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree25507513.65%
Bachelor's degree or higher020203.65%

Below national average 3.7% of Waterhen 45's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Waterhen 45

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Waterhen 45. 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 3.03% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate25.76%
Unemployment rate3.03%

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 Waterhen 45's population (around 73.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the indian reserve, there are 0 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed0100

Employment Industry Sectors

The Waterhen 45 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Waterhen 45 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Waterhen 45 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (26%) works in the educational services sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 21%, followed by Public administration at 16%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Educational services101526%
Health care and social assistance102021%
Public administration01016%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting10011%
Utilities0011%
Retail trade01011%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Construction000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Waterhen 45 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Waterhen 45: Educational services (26%), Health care and social assistance (21%), Public administration (16%)

Top occupation categories in Waterhen 45: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (26%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%)

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work20456576.50%
No fixed workplace address1502023.50%
Worked at home0000.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Waterhen 45 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 Waterhen 45 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Waterhen 45 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes75.00%
15 to 29 minutes12.50%
30 to 44 minutes12.50%
60 minutes and over12.50%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Waterhen 45shed 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 Waterhen 45's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
46.15%
Married or living common-law
53.85%

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 Waterhen 45. About 475 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English475
French0
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English86.3%97.9%
Non-official languages11.6%2.1%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Waterhen 45 is predominantly Christian. About 135 of its population is Christian (65 males and 65 females).

The second largest religion in the province 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian28.4%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Waterhen 45

Community Centres

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterhen 45

According to the 2021 census, Waterhen 45 has a population of approximately 476 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Waterhen 45 increased by 27.61%.

Waterhen 45 has a population density of approximately 24.40 people per square kilometre.

Waterhen 45 covers a land area of approximately 19.54 km².

The median age of the population in Waterhen 45 is 31.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Waterhen 45 is Ojibway.

The median household income in Waterhen 45 is $50,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Waterhen 45.

Christian is the predominant religion in Waterhen 45.

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.