Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, York Landing has a population of around 455 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of York Landing has increased by 2.71%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 443 | 455 | +2.71% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.54% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, York Landing's population is projected to reach approximately 467 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 35.06 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 455 | 467 | 35.06 |
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 York Landing is around 235 while the female population is around 220.
Of the 455 total population in York Landing, the largest gender is male with around 235 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 235 | 220 | +6.38% |
Is York Landing a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how York Landing 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.
Other Indian Reserves Near York Landing
- Split Lake 171 (23.7 km)
- Ilford (30.8 km)
- Mooseocoot (30.9 km)
- Mooseocoot 4 (31.1 km)
- A Kwis Ki Mahka (90.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
York Landing has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 12.10% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 25.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 4 years | 20 8.50% | 30 13.60% | 33.33% | 55 12.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 30 12.80% | 20 9.10% | 33.33% | 50 11.00% |
| 5 to 9 years | 30 12.80% | 15 6.80% | 50.00% | 45 9.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 25 10.60% | 15 6.80% | 40.00% | 45 9.90% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 10.60% | 10 4.50% | 60.00% | 40 8.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 15 6.40% | 20 9.10% | 25.00% | 35 7.70% |
| Average age of the population | 30 30.10% | 30 30.40% | 0.00% | 30 30.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 2.10% | 20 9.10% | 75.00% | 30 6.60% |
| Median age of the population | 27 27.40% | 26 25.60% | 7.30% | 26 25.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 15 6.40% | 10 4.50% | 33.33% | 25 5.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15 6.40% | 10 4.50% | 33.33% | 25 5.50% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15 6.40% | 5 2.30% | 66.67% | 25 5.50% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 2.10% | 15 6.80% | 66.67% | 20 4.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10 4.30% | 10 4.50% | 0.00% | 20 4.40% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 4.30% | 5 2.30% | 50.00% | 15 3.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 5 2.10% | 5 2.30% | 0.00% | 15 3.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10 4.30% | 5 2.30% | 50.00% | 10 2.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 5 2.30% | 100.00% | 5 1.10% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 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 59.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 31.90% and 59.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in York Landing are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
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Population of York Landing by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of York Landing is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. York Landing 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 Cree, which accounts for 60.44% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (25.27%), North American Indigenous (10.99%), American (7.69%), and Scottish (3.30%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, Irish, European, Icelandic, and Kashmiri.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 61.70% | 59.09% | 60.44% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 23.40% | 25.00% | 25.27% |
| North American Indigenous | 8.51% | 11.36% | 10.99% |
| American | 6.38% | 9.09% | 7.69% |
| Scottish | 4.26% | 0.00% | 3.30% |
| Canadian | 4.26% | 0.00% | 2.20% |
| Irish | 4.26% | 0.00% | 2.20% |
| European | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.20% |
| Icelandic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.20% |
| Kashmiri | 0.00% | 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 York Landing's population profile.
About 0.0% of York Landing's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for York Landing'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 60 of York Landing's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 13.45% of the population lives in 1 person households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 13.45% of the population. 2 persons, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 9.60%, 9.60%, and 7.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 35 | 13.45% |
| 5 or more persons | 35 | 13.45% |
| 2 persons | 25 | 9.60% |
| 4 persons | 25 | 9.60% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 7.70% |
Income in York Landing
Analyzing income distribution in York Landing can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within York Landing is $27,600.
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 indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of York Landing population or around 80 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 50 and 40 people, respectively.
Household Income
The York Landing's median household income is $71,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average York Landing's median household income is 12,500 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 York Landing
This data sheds light on the distribution of York Landing 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.
43.75% or most of the York Landing population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 33.25% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 23.00% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 6.15% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 100 | 130 | 230 | 43.75% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 100 | 60 | 165 | 33.25% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 60 | 50 | 115 | 23.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20 | 10 | 30 | 6.15% |
Below national average 6.2% of York Landing's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in York Landing
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in York Landing. 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 6.45% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 51.61% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.45% |
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 York Landing's population (around 74.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The York Landing industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in York Landing is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
York Landing has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (23%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 20%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 15 | 20 | 23% |
| Educational services | 15 | 25 | 20% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 15 | 14% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 10 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where York Landing residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in York Landing: Public administration (23%), Educational services (20%), Health care and social assistance (14%)
Top occupation categories in York Landing: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Sales and service occupations (26%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (20%)
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 | 55 | 75 | 130 | 83.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 15 | 0 | 20 | 12.90% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 10 | 6.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how York Landing 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 York Landing residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of York Landing 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 | 90.00% |
| 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 York Landingshed 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 York Landing'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 York Landing. About 455 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.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 455 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 | 82.4% | 92.3% |
| Non-official languages | 13.2% | 2.2% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
York Landing is predominantly Christian. About 265 of its population is Christian (135 males and 135 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 58.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions about York Landing
According to the 2021 census, York Landing has a population of approximately 455 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of York Landing increased by 2.71%.
York Landing has a population density of approximately 34.20 people per square kilometre.
York Landing covers a land area of approximately 13.32 km².
The median age of the population in York Landing is 25.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in York Landing is Cree.
The median household income in York Landing is $71,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in York Landing.
Christian is the predominant religion in York Landing.
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.