Elizabethtown-Kitley, Ontario Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Elizabethtown-Kitley census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Elizabethtown-Kitley. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 555.96 km2. The town has a population density of 17.20 people per km2.

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

Elizabethtown-Kitley on the Map

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Elizabethtown-Kitley location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Elizabethtown-Kitley has a population of around 9,545 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Elizabethtown-Kitley has decreased by -0.89%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
9,6319,545 --0.89%

2026 Population Projection

Elizabethtown-Kitley's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 9,545 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Elizabethtown-Kitley is around 4,705 while the female population is around 4,840.

Of the 9,545 total population in Elizabethtown-Kitley, the largest gender is female with around 4,840 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
4,7054,840 -2.79%

Is Elizabethtown-Kitley a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

8.3%
Unemployment rate
3.9 pts below the province
56.8%
Employment rate
1.7 pts above the province
62.0%
Participation rate
0.8 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$91,000
Median household income
About the same as the province
7.5%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
2.6 pts below the province

Commute

72.7%
Commute under 30 minutes
10.7 pts above the province
97.3%
Commute by car
13.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
8.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

95.0%
Single-detached houses
41.4 pts above the province
2.3%
Apartments (any building size)
28.9 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.50 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
20.4%
One-person households
6.1 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Elizabethtown-Kitley has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.70% of the total population. The town median age is 51.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
55 to 59 years460 9.80%460 9.50% 0.00%925 9.70%
60 to 64 years440 9.40%465 9.60% 5.38%910 9.50%
65 to 69 years410 8.70%405 8.40% 1.22%820 8.60%
50 to 54 years330 7.00%355 7.30% 7.04%690 7.20%
70 to 74 years335 7.10%345 7.10% 2.90%680 7.10%
45 to 49 years275 5.80%290 6.00% 5.17%565 5.90%
15 to 19 years250 5.30%275 5.70% 9.09%525 5.50%
40 to 44 years255 5.40%235 4.90% 7.84%490 5.10%
10 to 14 years235 5.00%235 4.90% 0.00%465 4.90%
35 to 39 years215 4.60%235 4.90% 8.51%455 4.80%
30 to 34 years220 4.70%220 4.50% 0.00%450 4.70%
5 to 9 years225 4.80%210 4.30% 6.67%440 4.60%
20 to 24 years220 4.70%215 4.40% 2.27%435 4.60%
25 to 29 years215 4.60%220 4.50% 2.27%435 4.60%
75 to 79 years210 4.50%190 3.90% 9.52%395 4.10%
0 to 4 years190 4.00%200 4.10% 5.00%385 4.00%
80 to 84 years115 2.40%135 2.80% 14.81%245 2.60%
85 years and over95 2.00%150 3.10% 36.67%245 2.60%
85 to 89 years65 1.40%85 1.80% 23.53%155 1.60%
90 to 94 years30 0.60%45 0.90% 33.33%75 0.80%
Median age of the population51 50.80%51 51.20% 1.95%51 51.20%

Broader Age Groups

If the town'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 61.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.00% and 13.50%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
Average age of the population46.20%46.80%46.50%
65 years and over24.80%25.20%25.00%
0 to 14 years13.80%13.20%13.50%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Elizabethtown-Kitley

Population of Elizabethtown-Kitley by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Elizabethtown-Kitley is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Elizabethtown-Kitley 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 Irish, which accounts for 33.69% of the total population, followed by English (28.51%), Scottish (25.41%), Canadian (22.21%), and French (11.96%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Dutch, British Isles, Polish, and Caucasian (White).

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Irish32.25%35.20%33.69%
English28.05%28.96%28.51%
Scottish25.46%25.48%25.41%
Canadian20.82%23.47%22.21%
French11.43%12.47%11.96%
German8.74%9.94%9.34%
Dutch9.17%6.45%7.79%
British Isles5.61%4.33%5.02%
Polish2.91%3.70%3.31%
Caucasian (White)4.21%2.64%3.31%

Immigration Profile

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

About 6.0% of Elizabethtown-Kitley's population are immigrants (560 people).

The top countries of origin for Elizabethtown-Kitley's immigrant population are United Kingdom (185), Netherlands (100), Germany (60), United States of America (40), China (15).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom185
Netherlands100
Germany60
United States of America40
China15

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 3,600 of Elizabethtown-Kitley's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 21.95% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.20% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.70%, 6.35%, and 3.85%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons1,66521.95%
1 person77510.20%
3 persons5857.70%
4 persons4806.35%
5 or more persons2903.85%

Income in Elizabethtown-Kitley

Analyzing income distribution in Elizabethtown-Kitley can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Elizabethtown-Kitley is $42,800.

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

Most of Elizabethtown-Kitley population or around 1,115 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 1,085 and 1,080 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Elizabethtown-Kitley's median household income is $91,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Elizabethtown-Kitley's median household income is 7,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

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

Education Levels in Elizabethtown-Kitley

This data sheds light on the distribution of Elizabethtown-Kitley 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.

57.65% or most of the Elizabethtown-Kitley population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 15.60% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.05% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree3,2804,0507,34057.65%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate2,0901,7553,84029.30%
Bachelor's degree or higher8351,1501,98515.60%
No certificate, diploma or degree1,0107851,79013.05%

Below national average 15.6% of Elizabethtown-Kitley's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Elizabethtown-Kitley

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Elizabethtown-Kitley. 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 5.14% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate56.84%
Unemployment rate5.14%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Elizabethtown-Kitley's population (around 71.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 445 men and 270 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 715.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed445270715

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Elizabethtown-Kitley has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 11%, followed by Manufacturing at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance12075518%
Retail trade26030011%
Manufacturing37017511%
Construction4554010%
Educational services902056%
Public administration1501155%
Transportation and warehousing205555%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1451005%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1301105%
Professional, scientific and technical services1051255%
Accommodation and food services901254%
Other services (except public administration)105904%
Wholesale trade75603%
Arts, entertainment and recreation70352%
Information and cultural industries40201%
Utilities45101%
Finance and insurance40201%
Real estate and rental and leasing25351%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1500%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Elizabethtown-Kitley: Health care and social assistance (18%), -45 Retail trade (11%), -33 Manufacturing (11%)

Top occupation categories in Elizabethtown-Kitley: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (22%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 work1,5351,5503,08567.20%
Worked at home32548080517.50%
No fixed workplace address52514567014.60%
Worked outside Canada1015250.50%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Elizabethtown-Kitley 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 Elizabethtown-Kitley residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

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

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
15 to 29 minutes40.20%
Less than 15 minutes32.50%
30 to 44 minutes14.40%
45 to 59 minutes6.40%
60 minutes and over6.40%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Elizabethtown-Kitleyshed 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Elizabethtown-Kitley's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
65.56%
Married or living common-law
34.44%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights town'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 Elizabethtown-Kitley. About 9,175 people living in the province speak English, 215 people speak French, 10 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English9,175
French215
English and French10
Neither English nor French5

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
English94.0%98.2%
Non-official languages2.9%0.5%
French2.4%0.7%

Religion

Elizabethtown-Kitley is predominantly Christian. About 5,785 of its population is Christian (2,690 males and 2,690 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.4% 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
Christian61.8%
Buddhist0.4%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Elizabethtown-Kitley

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Green Spaces in Elizabethtown-Kitley

NameTypeApprox. Area
Hardy ParkParks2.4 ha
Bellamy ParkParks5.0 ha
Refugee IslandParks3.6 ha
Stovin IslandParks3.5 ha
Sparrow IslandParks1.1 ha
Elizabethtown FairgroundsParks10.0 ha
St. Lawrence ParkParks6.9 ha
Schofield ParkParks0.9 ha
Royal Canadian Regiment ParkParks1.1 ha
Baker ParkParks3.1 ha
Fulford ParkParks2.1 ha
Butterfield ParkParks1.2 ha
Blockhouse IslandParks1.6 ha
Wolford Centennial ParkParks3.4 ha
Victoria ParkParks0.8 ha
Dana Street ParkParks0.8 ha
Amargh Price ParkParks0.9 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Elizabethtown-Kitley

According to the 2021 census, Elizabethtown-Kitley has a population of approximately 9,545 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Elizabethtown-Kitley decreased by 0.89%.

Elizabethtown-Kitley has a population density of approximately 17.20 people per square kilometre.

Elizabethtown-Kitley covers a land area of approximately 555.96 km².

The median age of the population in Elizabethtown-Kitley is 51.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Elizabethtown-Kitley is Irish.

The median household income in Elizabethtown-Kitley is $91,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Elizabethtown-Kitley.

Christian is the predominant religion in Elizabethtown-Kitley.

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.