Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, LaSalle has a population of around 32,721 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of LaSalle has increased by 8.42%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 30,180 | 32,721 | +8.42% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.63% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, LaSalle's population is projected to reach approximately 35,476 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 546.12 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 32,721 | 35,476 | 546.12 |
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 LaSalle is around 16,060 while the female population is around 16,660.
Of the 32,721 total population in LaSalle, the largest gender is female with around 16,660 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 16,060 | 16,660 | +3.60% |
Is LaSalle a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how LaSalle 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 LaSalle
- Tecumseh (16.2 km)
- Amherstburg (16.5 km)
- Lakeshore (20.9 km)
- Essex (28.7 km)
- Kingsville (35.1 km)
- Pelee (56.1 km)
- Dawn-Euphemia (97.5 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
LaSalle has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.00% of the total population. The town median age is 44.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 1,280 8.00% | 1,350 8.10% | 5.19% | 2,630 8.00% |
| 50 to 54 years | 1,215 7.60% | 1,285 7.70% | 5.45% | 2,500 7.60% |
| 60 to 64 years | 1,190 7.40% | 1,205 7.20% | 1.24% | 2,400 7.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 1,120 7.00% | 1,200 7.20% | 6.67% | 2,320 7.10% |
| 15 to 19 years | 1,185 7.40% | 1,115 6.70% | 5.91% | 2,300 7.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 1,095 6.80% | 1,065 6.40% | 2.74% | 2,160 6.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 980 6.10% | 1,125 6.80% | 12.89% | 2,100 6.40% |
| 20 to 24 years | 1,070 6.70% | 950 5.70% | 11.21% | 2,025 6.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 920 5.70% | 960 5.80% | 4.17% | 1,885 5.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 970 6.00% | 890 5.30% | 8.25% | 1,860 5.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 840 5.20% | 940 5.60% | 10.64% | 1,785 5.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 835 5.20% | 795 4.80% | 4.79% | 1,630 5.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 740 4.60% | 880 5.30% | 15.91% | 1,620 5.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 760 4.70% | 740 4.40% | 2.63% | 1,500 4.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 735 4.60% | 745 4.50% | 1.34% | 1,475 4.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 560 3.50% | 570 3.40% | 1.75% | 1,130 3.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 325 2.00% | 410 2.50% | 20.73% | 740 2.30% |
| 85 years and over | 250 1.60% | 415 2.50% | 39.76% | 665 2.00% |
| 85 to 89 years | 175 1.10% | 225 1.40% | 22.22% | 405 1.20% |
| 90 to 94 years | 60 0.40% | 145 0.90% | 58.62% | 210 0.60% |
| 95 to 99 years | 10 0.10% | 45 0.30% | 77.78% | 55 0.20% |
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 64.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 18.50% and 16.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in LaSalle are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 42.80% | 44.80% | 44.00% |
| Average age of the population | 41.10% | 42.90% | 42.00% |
| 65 years and over | 17.40% | 19.40% | 18.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.60% | 16.20% | 16.90% |
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Population of LaSalle by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of LaSalle is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. LaSalle 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 19.88% of the total population, followed by English (18.86%), Italian (16.57%), Irish (13.93%), and Canadian (12.76%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, German, Polish, Lebanese, and Chinese.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 19.36% | 20.41% | 19.88% |
| English | 18.61% | 19.10% | 18.86% |
| Italian | 17.14% | 16.01% | 16.57% |
| Irish | 13.48% | 14.37% | 13.93% |
| Canadian | 13.11% | 12.46% | 12.76% |
| Scottish | 12.20% | 12.19% | 12.21% |
| German | 8.26% | 8.94% | 8.61% |
| Polish | 4.63% | 4.85% | 4.74% |
| Lebanese | 3.38% | 3.46% | 3.42% |
| Chinese | 2.63% | 2.97% | 2.80% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of LaSalle's population profile.
About 20.1% of LaSalle's population are immigrants (6,535 people).
The top countries of origin for LaSalle's immigrant population are United States of America (710), Italy (700), India (650), China (445), United Kingdom (350).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 710 |
| Italy | 700 |
| India | 650 |
| China | 445 |
| United Kingdom | 350 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 9,825 of LaSalle's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 16.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.90% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.95%, 8.80%, and 5.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 3,870 | 16.60% |
| 4 persons | 2,310 | 9.90% |
| 1 person | 2,090 | 8.95% |
| 3 persons | 2,055 | 8.80% |
| 5 or more persons | 1,320 | 5.65% |
Income in LaSalle
Analyzing income distribution in LaSalle can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within LaSalle is $48,800.
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 LaSalle population or around 3,440 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $100,000 to $149,999 with around 3,425 and 2,805 people, respectively.
Household Income
The LaSalle's median household income is $119,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average LaSalle's median household income is 35,000 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 LaSalle
This data sheds light on the distribution of LaSalle 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.
67.75% or most of the LaSalle population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.65% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 24.20% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 14,010 | 14,880 | 28,895 | 67.75% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7,295 | 8,240 | 15,535 | 36.65% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 5,320 | 5,560 | 10,880 | 24.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 1,980 | 1,960 | 3,940 | 8.00% |
Above national average 36.7% of LaSalle's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in LaSalle
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in LaSalle. 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 8.27% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 53.91% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.27% |
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 LaSalle's population (around 74.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 1,250 men and 800 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 2,055.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 1,250 | 800 | 2,055 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The LaSalle industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in LaSalle is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
LaSalle has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Educational services at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 2,390 | 695 | 18% |
| Health care and social assistance | 470 | 2,055 | 15% |
| Educational services | 480 | 1,270 | 10% |
| Retail trade | 715 | 885 | 10% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 705 | 460 | 7% |
| Public administration | 485 | 375 | 5% |
| Construction | 755 | 95 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 365 | 480 | 5% |
| Finance and insurance | 275 | 330 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 420 | 190 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 270 | 265 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 245 | 230 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 245 | 120 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 205 | 160 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 105 | 135 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 130 | 70 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 65 | 55 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 85 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 75 | 15 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 10 | 15 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where LaSalle residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in LaSalle: -33 Manufacturing (18%), Health care and social assistance (15%), Educational services (10%)
Top occupation categories in LaSalle: Sales and service occupations (20%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (14%)
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 | 4,610 | 4,585 | 9,200 | 63.30% |
| Worked at home | 1,385 | 1,605 | 2,990 | 20.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 930 | 460 | 1,395 | 9.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 575 | 385 | 955 | 6.60% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how LaSalle 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 LaSalle residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of LaSalle 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 | 57.50% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 31.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 8.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 1.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in LaSalleshed 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 LaSalle'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 LaSalle. About 31,620 people living in the province speak English, 600 people speak French, 340 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 150 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 31,620 |
| French | 600 |
| Neither English nor French | 340 |
| English and French | 150 |
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 | 75.6% | 88.1% |
| Non-official languages | 18.7% | 8.5% |
| French | 1.9% | 0.4% |
Religion
LaSalle is predominantly Christian. About 22,085 of its population is Christian (10,560 males and 10,560 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 6.9% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Sikh, both represent 1.8% and 0.9% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.3% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 68.0% |
| Islam | 6.9% |
| Hindu | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% |
Points of Interest in LaSalle
Schools
- Southwood Public School
- Academie Ste. Cecile International School
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School
- LaSalle Public School
- St. Gabriel Catholic School
- Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School
- Sandwich Secondary School
- Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School
- Western Secondary School
- St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School
- Sandwich West Public School
- École élémentaire catholique Monseigneur Augustin Caron
- Prince Andrew Public School
- St. Joseph Catholic School
- École élémentaire Louise-Charron
- Al-Hijra Academy - Masjid And Islamic School
Parks
- Vince Marcotte Park
- Matthew Rodzik Park
- Heritage Park
- Turtle Club Park
- Gilbert Park
- Gil Maure Park
- Veterans Memorial Park
- River Canard Park
- Jim Chappus Park
- Trillium Park
- Brunet Park
- G. Craig Park
- Front Road Park
- Sandwich West Park
- Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex
- St. Clair Park
- Steve Budimir Park
- Superior Park
- John Dupuis Park
- Senator Paul Lucier Park
- Marguriet Park
- Oakwood
- Victory Park
- James Jenner Park
- LaSalle Cenotaph Park
- Dossenbach Park
- Optimist Park
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
- Avon Court Park
- Rt. Hon. Herb Gray Parkway Trail
Libraries
Green Spaces in LaSalle
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vince Marcotte Park | Parks | 3.7 ha |
| Matthew Rodzik Park | Parks | 2.4 ha |
| Heritage Park | Parks | 3.0 ha |
| Turtle Club Park | Parks | 4.4 ha |
| Gilbert Park | Parks | 4.5 ha |
| Gil Maure Park | Parks | 5.2 ha |
| Veterans Memorial Park | Parks | 3.1 ha |
| River Canard Park | Parks | 3.7 ha |
| Jim Chappus Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Trillium Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Brunet Park | Parks | 8.8 ha |
| G. Craig Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Front Road Park | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Sandwich West Park | Parks | 6.7 ha |
| Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex | Parks | 65.3 ha |
| St. Clair Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Steve Budimir Park | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Superior Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| John Dupuis Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Senator Paul Lucier Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Ojibway Prairie Provincial Nature Reserve | Nature Reserves | 107.1 ha |
| Petite Côte Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 9.8 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about LaSalle
According to the 2021 census, LaSalle has a population of approximately 32,721 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of LaSalle increased by 8.42%.
LaSalle has a population density of approximately 503.70 people per square kilometre.
LaSalle covers a land area of approximately 64.96 km².
The median age of the population in LaSalle is 44.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in LaSalle is French.
The median household income in LaSalle is $119,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in LaSalle.
Christian is the predominant religion in LaSalle.
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.