Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Lakeshore has a population of around 40,410 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lakeshore has increased by 10.38%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 36,611 | 40,410 | +10.38% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.99% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Lakeshore's population is projected to reach approximately 44,603 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 84.32 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 40,410 | 44,603 | 84.32 |
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 Lakeshore is around 20,395 while the female population is around 20,010.
Of the 40,410 total population in Lakeshore, the largest gender is male with around 20,395 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20,395 | 20,010 | +1.89% |
Is Lakeshore a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore
- Tecumseh (5.6 km)
- Essex (11.6 km)
- LaSalle (20.9 km)
- Kingsville (30.3 km)
- Amherstburg (32.8 km)
- Pelee (47.2 km)
- Dawn-Euphemia (77.3 km)
- Enniskillen (83.0 km)
- Petrolia (84.5 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Lakeshore has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.10% of the total population. The town median age is 42.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 1,660 8.10% | 1,615 8.10% | 2.71% | 3,285 8.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 1,510 7.40% | 1,575 7.90% | 4.13% | 3,080 7.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 1,510 7.40% | 1,500 7.50% | 0.66% | 3,015 7.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 1,570 7.70% | 1,340 6.70% | 14.65% | 2,915 7.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 1,495 7.30% | 1,380 6.90% | 7.69% | 2,875 7.10% |
| 40 to 44 years | 1,360 6.70% | 1,415 7.10% | 3.89% | 2,780 6.90% |
| 60 to 64 years | 1,410 6.90% | 1,360 6.80% | 3.55% | 2,765 6.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 1,250 6.10% | 1,230 6.10% | 1.60% | 2,480 6.10% |
| 35 to 39 years | 1,155 5.70% | 1,240 6.20% | 6.85% | 2,395 5.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 1,220 6.00% | 1,170 5.80% | 4.10% | 2,395 5.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 1,265 6.20% | 1,110 5.50% | 12.25% | 2,375 5.90% |
| 30 to 34 years | 980 4.80% | 1,040 5.20% | 5.77% | 2,020 5.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 1,010 5.00% | 960 4.80% | 4.95% | 1,970 4.90% |
| 70 to 74 years | 945 4.60% | 960 4.80% | 1.56% | 1,905 4.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 900 4.40% | 830 4.10% | 7.78% | 1,730 4.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 640 3.10% | 570 2.80% | 10.94% | 1,205 3.00% |
| 80 to 84 years | 305 1.50% | 355 1.80% | 14.08% | 655 1.60% |
| 85 years and over | 215 1.10% | 355 1.80% | 39.44% | 570 1.40% |
| 85 to 89 years | 165 0.80% | 220 1.10% | 25.00% | 385 1.00% |
| 90 to 94 years | 45 0.20% | 90 0.40% | 50.00% | 140 0.30% |
| Median age of the population | 42 42.40% | 43 43.20% | 2.31% | 43 42.80% |
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 65.20% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 18.10% and 16.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Lakeshore are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 40.40% | 41.30% | 40.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.40% | 17.80% | 18.10% |
| 65 years and over | 16.30% | 17.00% | 16.70% |
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Population of Lakeshore by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Lakeshore is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Lakeshore 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 French, which accounts for 26.99% of the total population, followed by English (19.84%), Irish (16.90%), Canadian (15.55%), and Scottish (13.28%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Italian, French Canadian, Polish, and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 26.65% | 27.29% | 26.99% |
| English | 19.03% | 20.66% | 19.84% |
| Irish | 15.86% | 17.94% | 16.90% |
| Canadian | 15.56% | 15.56% | 15.55% |
| Scottish | 12.12% | 14.48% | 13.28% |
| German | 10.20% | 11.08% | 10.64% |
| Italian | 8.88% | 8.54% | 8.71% |
| French Canadian | 4.77% | 4.62% | 4.70% |
| Polish | 4.11% | 4.27% | 4.19% |
| Ukrainian | 2.95% | 2.84% | 2.90% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Lakeshore's population profile.
About 13.5% of Lakeshore's population are immigrants (5,420 people).
The top countries of origin for Lakeshore's immigrant population are India (660), United States of America (590), United Kingdom (470), Mexico (265), Italy (265).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| India | 660 |
| United States of America | 590 |
| United Kingdom | 470 |
| Mexico | 265 |
| Italy | 265 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 13,230 of Lakeshore's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 17.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.15% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.60%, 7.90%, and 5.85%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 5,035 | 17.50% |
| 4 persons | 2,915 | 10.15% |
| 1 person | 2,475 | 8.60% |
| 3 persons | 2,275 | 7.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 1,680 | 5.85% |
Income in Lakeshore
Analyzing income distribution in Lakeshore can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Lakeshore is $48,400.
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 Lakeshore population or around 4,725 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 4,635 and 3,665 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Lakeshore's median household income is $114,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Lakeshore's median household income is 30,000 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 Lakeshore
This data sheds light on the distribution of Lakeshore 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.
60.20% or most of the Lakeshore population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.50% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 25.85% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.25% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 15,550 | 16,230 | 31,785 | 60.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 7,960 | 7,640 | 15,600 | 28.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5,890 | 7,680 | 13,580 | 25.85% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 3,555 | 2,965 | 6,515 | 11.25% |
Below national average 25.9% of Lakeshore's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Lakeshore
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Lakeshore. 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 8.68% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 56.96% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.68% |
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 Lakeshore's population (around 74.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 2,055 men and 945 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 3,005.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 2,055 | 945 | 3,005 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Lakeshore industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Lakeshore is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Lakeshore has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 13%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 3,225 | 1,155 | 20% |
| Health care and social assistance | 440 | 2,270 | 13% |
| Retail trade | 925 | 1,010 | 9% |
| Construction | 1,510 | 245 | 8% |
| Educational services | 455 | 1,220 | 8% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 780 | 315 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 585 | 470 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 395 | 655 | 5% |
| Public administration | 540 | 475 | 5% |
| Finance and insurance | 375 | 445 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 400 | 425 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 430 | 255 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 315 | 215 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 335 | 95 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 225 | 195 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 150 | 120 | 1% |
| Utilities | 145 | 50 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 80 | 75 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 55 | 10 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 15 | 25 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Lakeshore residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Lakeshore: -33 Manufacturing (20%), Health care and social assistance (13%), -45 Retail trade (9%)
Top occupation categories in Lakeshore: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Sales and service occupations (20%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%)
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 | 6,760 | 6,120 | 12,880 | 68.70% |
| Worked at home | 1,615 | 1,825 | 3,440 | 18.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 1,475 | 475 | 1,950 | 10.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 255 | 220 | 475 | 2.50% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Lakeshore 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 44.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 25.60% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 24.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 1.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Lakeshoreshed 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 Lakeshore'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 Lakeshore. About 37,970 people living in the province speak English, 1,850 people speak French, 320 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 175 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 37,970 |
| French | 1,850 |
| Neither English nor French | 320 |
| English and French | 175 |
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 | 79.5% | 90.9% |
| Non-official languages | 12.2% | 5.7% |
| French | 4.9% | 1.3% |
Religion
Lakeshore is predominantly Christian. About 28,250 of its population is Christian (13,890 males and 13,890 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 2.2% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Hindu, both represent 2.0% and 0.4% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.4% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 70.2% |
| Sikh | 2.2% |
| Islam | 2.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.2% |
Points of Interest in Lakeshore
Schools
- École élémentaire catholique Ste-Marguerite-d'Youville
- Belle River District High School
- St. John the Baptist Catholic School
- Lakeshore Discovery School
- St. Anne Catholic High School
- École élémentaire catholique Saint-Francis
- St. Joseph Catholic School
- Tilbury District High School
- Belle River Public School
- Essex District High School
- Essex Public School
- École secondaire catholique l'Essor
- Centennial Central Public School
- Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic School
- École élémentaire catholique Saint-Paul
- École élémentaire catholique Pavillon des Jeunes
Parks
- Little River Park
- Shawanoe Park
- Lakewood Park
- Dresden Park
- Lakeshore Optimist Park
- Sadler's Pond & Nature Path
- Essex Sports Park
- Lions Optimist Park
- Comber Exhibition Grounds
- Big O Conservation Area
- Woodslee Orioles Park
- Centennial Park
- Ladouceur-Lions Park
- Stoney Point Community Park
- Lakewood Park
- Leffler Peace Park
- Walter R. Kirkham Memorial Park
- Tilbury Northside Park
- Lakeview Park
- Duck Creek Park
- Bridlewood Optimist Park
- Hunter Park
- Essex Public Park
- Spitfire Memorial & Essex Train Station Park
- Legion Park
- Terra Lou Park
- Girard Park
- Green Acres Optimist Park
Libraries
- Chatham Kent Public Library - Tillbury Branch
- Lakeshore Library Branch
- Essex and Community Historical Research Society
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Lakeshore
Museums
Attractions
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Lakeshore
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| Shawanoe Park | Parks | 1.4 ha |
| Lakewood Park | Parks | 24.9 ha |
| Dresden Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Lakeshore Optimist Park | Parks | 4.1 ha |
| Sadler's Pond & Nature Path | Parks | 6.9 ha |
| Essex Sports Park | Parks | 12.8 ha |
| Lions Optimist Park | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| Comber Exhibition Grounds | Parks | 6.5 ha |
| Big O Conservation Area | Parks | 5.1 ha |
| Woodslee Orioles Park | Parks | 2.1 ha |
| Centennial Park | Parks | 3.3 ha |
| Ladouceur-Lions Park | Parks | 2.6 ha |
| Stoney Point Community Park | Parks | 8.9 ha |
| Lakewood Park | Parks | 3.8 ha |
| Leffler Peace Park | Parks | 4.5 ha |
| Walter R. Kirkham Memorial Park | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Tilbury Northside Park | Parks | 14.6 ha |
| Lakeview Park | Parks | 3.4 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeshore
According to the 2021 census, Lakeshore has a population of approximately 40,410 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Lakeshore increased by 10.38%.
Lakeshore has a population density of approximately 76.40 people per square kilometre.
Lakeshore covers a land area of approximately 529.00 km².
The median age of the population in Lakeshore is 42.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Lakeshore is French.
The median household income in Lakeshore is $114,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Lakeshore.
Christian is the predominant religion in Lakeshore.
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.