Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Erin has a population of around 11,981 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Erin has increased by 4.74%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 11,439 | 11,981 | +4.74% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.93% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Erin's population is projected to reach approximately 12,549 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 42.00 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 11,981 | 12,549 | 42.00 |
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 Erin is around 6,150 while the female population is around 5,830.
Of the 11,981 total population in Erin, the largest gender is male with around 6,150 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 6,150 | 5,830 | +5.20% |
Is Erin a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Erin compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, 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 Towns Near Erin
- Caledon (14.6 km)
- Orangeville (16.2 km)
- East Garafraxa (16.9 km)
- Halton Hills (18.6 km)
- Mono (19.2 km)
- Grand Valley (24.0 km)
- Guelph/Eramosa (24.9 km)
- Centre Wellington (25.3 km)
- Amaranth (26.3 km)
- Milton (32.7 km)
- Puslinch (33.3 km)
- Shelburne (35.4 km)
- Johnson (40.4 km)
- Adjala-Tosorontio (41.6 km)
- Woolwich (41.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Erin has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 10.30% of the total population. The town median age is 46.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 625 10.20% | 605 10.40% | 3.20% | 1,235 10.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 530 8.60% | 495 8.50% | 6.60% | 1,030 8.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 490 8.00% | 515 8.80% | 4.85% | 1,010 8.40% |
| 45 to 49 years | 435 7.10% | 455 7.80% | 4.40% | 885 7.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 380 6.20% | 370 6.30% | 2.63% | 750 6.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 380 6.20% | 335 5.70% | 11.84% | 720 6.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 360 5.90% | 350 6.00% | 2.78% | 715 6.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 415 6.70% | 300 5.10% | 27.71% | 715 6.00% |
| 35 to 39 years | 330 5.40% | 345 5.90% | 4.35% | 670 5.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 330 5.40% | 325 5.60% | 1.52% | 655 5.50% |
| 30 to 34 years | 315 5.10% | 305 5.20% | 3.17% | 620 5.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 310 5.00% | 295 5.10% | 4.84% | 605 5.10% |
| 5 to 9 years | 325 5.30% | 260 4.50% | 20.00% | 580 4.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 285 4.60% | 260 4.50% | 8.77% | 545 4.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 280 4.60% | 240 4.10% | 14.29% | 515 4.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 185 3.00% | 190 3.30% | 2.63% | 380 3.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 105 1.70% | 95 1.60% | 9.52% | 205 1.70% |
| 85 years and over | 65 1.10% | 80 1.40% | 18.75% | 145 1.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 45 0.70% | 50 0.90% | 10.00% | 100 0.80% |
| Median age of the population | 46 46.00% | 47 47.20% | 2.12% | 47 46.80% |
| Average age of the population | 42 42.40% | 44 43.60% | 2.29% | 43 43.00% |
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 67.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 17.40% and 15.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Erin are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 17.20% | 17.70% | 17.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.70% | 14.70% | 15.20% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Erin
Population of Erin by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Erin is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Erin 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 English, which accounts for 28.90% of the total population, followed by Scottish (23.09%), Irish (20.83%), Canadian (16.02%), and German (10.92%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include British Isles, Italian, French, Dutch, and Portuguese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 28.30% | 29.55% | 28.90% |
| Scottish | 24.23% | 21.99% | 23.09% |
| Irish | 19.74% | 22.16% | 20.83% |
| Canadian | 16.88% | 15.12% | 16.02% |
| German | 11.26% | 10.48% | 10.92% |
| British Isles | 6.69% | 6.53% | 6.61% |
| Italian | 6.28% | 5.67% | 5.94% |
| French | 5.95% | 5.76% | 5.90% |
| Dutch | 6.12% | 5.15% | 5.65% |
| Portuguese | 5.46% | 4.98% | 5.23% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Erin's population profile.
About 17.2% of Erin's population are immigrants (2,055 people).
The top countries of origin for Erin's immigrant population are United Kingdom (465), India (250), Poland (170), Portugal (170), United States of America (100).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 465 |
| India | 250 |
| Poland | 170 |
| Portugal | 170 |
| United States of America | 100 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 3,860 of Erin's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.35% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.50% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.75%, 7.60%, and 5.85%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,550 | 18.35% |
| 4 persons | 800 | 9.50% |
| 3 persons | 740 | 8.75% |
| 1 person | 640 | 7.60% |
| 5 or more persons | 495 | 5.85% |
Income in Erin
Analyzing income distribution in Erin can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Erin is $48,000.
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 Erin population or around 1,465 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 1,285 and 1,095 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Erin's median household income is $127,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Erin's median household income is 43,000 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 Erin
This data sheds light on the distribution of Erin 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.
61.00% or most of the Erin population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.50% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 25.15% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.50% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 4,935 | 5,140 | 10,075 | 61.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 2,535 | 2,310 | 4,850 | 28.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1,780 | 2,355 | 4,145 | 25.15% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 1,045 | 800 | 1,855 | 10.50% |
Below national average 25.2% of Erin's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Erin
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Erin. 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 5.72% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 63.63% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.72% |
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 Erin's population (around 68.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 880 men and 575 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,455.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 880 | 575 | 1,455 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Erin industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Erin is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Erin has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (11%) works in the construction sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 11%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 710 | 80 | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 530 | 245 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 295 | 315 | 9% |
| Health care and social assistance | 80 | 500 | 8% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 250 | 275 | 7% |
| Educational services | 105 | 390 | 7% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 305 | 175 | 7% |
| Wholesale trade | 260 | 125 | 6% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 225 | 150 | 5% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 195 | 150 | 5% |
| Public administration | 165 | 145 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 130 | 160 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 90 | 130 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 90 | 135 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 120 | 55 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 60 | 65 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 45 | 60 | 2% |
| Utilities | 40 | 0 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 25 | 10 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 10 | 25 | 1% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Erin residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Erin: Construction (11%), -33 Manufacturing (11%), -45 Retail trade (9%)
Top occupation categories in Erin: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (17%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 2,000 | 1,715 | 3,715 | 57.50% |
| Worked at home | 780 | 1,045 | 1,825 | 28.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 700 | 170 | 870 | 13.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 40 | 10 | 45 | 0.70% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Erin 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 Erin residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Erin 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 25.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 21.20% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 20.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 19.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 14.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Erinshed 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 Erin's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Erin. About 11,745 people living in the province speak English, 145 people speak French, 45 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 15 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 11,745 |
| French | 145 |
| Neither English nor French | 45 |
| English and French | 15 |
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 | 86.4% | 95.2% |
| Non-official languages | 10.3% | 3.1% |
| French | 1.3% | 0.3% |
Religion
Erin is predominantly Christian. About 7,005 of its population is Christian (3,410 males and 3,410 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 1.5% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Muslim, both represent 1.3% and 0.4% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.3% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 58.6% |
| Sikh | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 1.3% |
| Islam | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Erin
Schools
- Alton Public School
- McKenzie-Smith Bennett Public School
- Acton District High School
- Eramosa Public School
- Erin District High School
- Ross R. MacKay Public School
- East Garafraxa Central Public School
- Limehouse Public School
- Belfountain Public School
- Brisbane Public School
- Robert Little Public School
- St. John Brebeuf Catholic School
- Erin Public School
Parks
- Stanley Park
- Hillsburgh Park
- Alton Park
- Mistywood Park
- Danville Park
- Prospect Park
- Raeburn's Corners
- Foresters Park
- Acton Sports Park
- Tanners Drive Park
- Parkette
- Rotary Park
- Erin Lion's Park
- Limehouse Memorial Garden
- Emeline Park
- McMillan Park
Libraries
- Caledon Public Library - Caledon Village Branch
- Caledon Public Library - Alton Branch
- Halton Hills Public Library - Acton Branch
- Hillsburgh Public Library
- Wellington County Library - Erin Village Branch
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Erin
Attractions
Historic Sites
Theatres
Green Spaces in Erin
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Park | Parks | — |
| Hillsburgh Park | Parks | 2.2 ha |
| Alton Park | Parks | 1.8 ha |
| Mistywood Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Danville Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Prospect Park | Parks | 7.4 ha |
| Raeburn's Corners | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Foresters Park | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Acton Sports Park | Parks | 4.9 ha |
| Tanners Drive Park | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Parkette | Parks | 0.0 ha |
| Rotary Park | Parks | 3.6 ha |
| Erin Lion's Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Limehouse Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 76.4 ha |
| Belfountain Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 18.8 ha |
| Forks of the Credit Provincial Park | Nature Reserves | 299.1 ha |
| Silver Creek Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 413.8 ha |
| Scotsdale Farm | Nature Reserves | 222.8 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Erin
According to the 2021 census, Erin has a population of approximately 11,981 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Erin increased by 4.74%.
Erin has a population density of approximately 40.10 people per square kilometre.
Erin covers a land area of approximately 298.81 km².
The median age of the population in Erin is 46.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Erin is English.
The median household income in Erin is $127,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Erin.
Christian is the predominant religion in Erin.
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.