Lake of the Woods 37, Ontario Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Lake of the Woods 37 census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Lake of the Woods 37. It is a indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 11.90 km2. The indian reserve has a population density of 4.10 people per km2.

We highlight the Lake of the Woods 37 indian reserve's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Lake of the Woods 37 on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Lake of the Woods 37 has a population of around 49 people. The indian reserve's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lake of the Woods 37 has decreased by -20.97%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
6249 --20.97%

2026 Population Projection

Lake of the Woods 37's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 49 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Population By Genders

The male population of Lake of the Woods 37 is around 30 while the female population is around 20.

Of the 49 total population in Lake of the Woods 37, the largest gender is male with around 30 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
3020 -33.33%

Is Lake of the Woods 37 a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Lake of the Woods 37 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

50.0%
Unemployment rate
37.8 pts above the province
50.0%
Employment rate
5.1 pts below the province
50.0%
Participation rate
12.8 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$91,000 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
10.1 pts below the province

Commute

66.7%
Commute under 30 minutes
4.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by car
83.6 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
8.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

100.0%
Single-detached houses
46.4 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
31.2 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.60 people
Average household size
About the same as the province
25.0%
One-person households
1.5 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Other Indian Reserves Near Lake of the Woods 37

Population by Age Characteristics

Lake of the Woods 37 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 10.00% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 30.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Average age of the population30 30.00%35 35.00% 14.29%32 32.00%
Median age of the population28 28.20%31 30.80% 6.49%30 30.20%
0 to 4 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%5 10.00%
5 to 9 years0 0.00%5 25.00% 100.00%5 10.00%
20 to 24 years5 16.70%0 0.00% 100.00%5 10.00%
25 to 29 years5 16.70%5 25.00% 0.00%5 10.00%
30 to 34 years5 16.70%5 25.00% 0.00%5 10.00%
45 to 49 years5 16.70%5 25.00% 0.00%5 10.00%
50 to 54 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%5 10.00%
10 to 14 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
15 to 19 years5 16.70%0 0.00% 100.00%0 0.00%
35 to 39 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
40 to 44 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
55 to 59 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
60 to 64 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
65 to 69 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
70 to 74 years0 0.00%5 25.00% 100.00%0 0.00%
75 to 79 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
80 to 84 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%
85 years and over0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%0 0.00%

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 80.00% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 80.00% and 10.00%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Lake of the Woods 37 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over0.00%25.00%0.00%

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Lake of the Woods 37

Population of Lake of the Woods 37 by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Lake of the Woods 37 is quite diverse, which contributes to the indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Lake of the Woods 37 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 First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 60.00% of the total population, followed by Ojibway (30.00%), Haitian (0.00%), Hindu (0.00%), and Mexican (0.00%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Mennonite, Swiss, Finnish, Sri Lankan, and Croatian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
First Nations (North American Indian)66.67%50.00%60.00%
Ojibway33.33%50.00%30.00%
Haitian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Hindu0.00%0.00%0.00%
Mexican0.00%0.00%0.00%
Mennonite0.00%0.00%0.00%
Swiss0.00%0.00%0.00%
Finnish0.00%0.00%0.00%
Sri Lankan0.00%0.00%0.00%
Croatian0.00%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 Lake of the Woods 37's population profile.

About 0.0% of Lake of the Woods 37's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Lake of the Woods 37'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 20 of Lake of the Woods 37's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 12.50% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 0.00%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person512.50%
2 persons512.50%
3 persons00.00%
4 persons00.00%
5 or more persons00.00%

Income in Lake of the Woods 37

Analyzing income distribution in Lake of the Woods 37 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lake of the Woods 37 is $0.

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 Lake of the Woods 37 population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Lake of the Woods 37's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Lake of the Woods 37's median household income is 84,000 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 Lake of the Woods 37

This data sheds light on the distribution of Lake of the Woods 37 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.

41.65% or most of the Lake of the Woods 37 population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 35.40% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 29.15% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 16.65% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate10103041.65%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree10102535.40%
No certificate, diploma or degree1002029.15%
Bachelor's degree or higher001016.65%

Below national average 16.7% of Lake of the Woods 37's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Lake of the Woods 37

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Lake of the Woods 37. 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 25.00% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate50.00%
Unemployment rate25.00%

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 Lake of the Woods 37's population (around 80.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

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

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed000

Employment Industry Sectors

The Lake of the Woods 37 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Lake of the Woods 37 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Lake of the Woods 37 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (40%) works in the educational services sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 40%, followed by Construction at 40%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Educational services0040%
Public administration01040%
Construction0040%
Wholesale trade000%
Retail 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 services000%
Health care and social assistance000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Lake of the Woods 37 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Lake of the Woods 37: Educational services (40%), Public administration (40%), Construction (40%)

Top occupation categories in Lake of the Woods 37: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (40%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%)

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 work10101575.00%
Worked at home0101050.00%
No fixed workplace address001050.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Lake of the Woods 37 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 Lake of the Woods 37 residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lake of the Woods 37 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 minutes66.70%
15 to 29 minutes0.00%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Lake of the Woods 37shed 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 Lake of the Woods 37's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
50.00%
Married or living common-law
50.00%

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 Lake of the Woods 37. About 50 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
English50
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
English80.0%100.0%
Non-official languages10.0%0.0%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

The second largest religion in the province is Christian 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
Buddhist0.0%
Christian0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Lake of the Woods 37

According to the 2021 census, Lake of the Woods 37 has a population of approximately 49 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lake of the Woods 37 decreased by 20.97%.

Lake of the Woods 37 has a population density of approximately 4.10 people per square kilometre.

Lake of the Woods 37 covers a land area of approximately 11.90 km².

The median age of the population in Lake of the Woods 37 is 30.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lake of the Woods 37 is First Nations (North American Indian).

The median household income in Lake of the Woods 37 is $0, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Lake of the Woods 37.

Buddhist is the predominant religion in Lake of the Woods 37.

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.