Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, McKellar has a population of around 1,419 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of McKellar has increased by ▲ 27.72%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,111 | 1,419 | +27.72% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, McKellar's population is projected to reach approximately 1,812 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 10.29 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,419 | 1,812 | 10.29 |
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.
McKellar Population Trend & Context
McKellar is the 262nd-largest town in Ontario, with a 2021 census population of 1,419 — an increase of 308 (▲ 27.72%) people from the 1,111 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Ontario towns. The town's median age of 60.4 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does McKellar compare to other Ontario towns?
- Englehart: 1,442 (2021)
- St. Joseph: 1,426 (2021)
- McKellar: 1,419 (2021) ← 262nd largest
- Factory Island 1: 1,376 (2021)
- Chisholm: 1,312 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of McKellar is around 720 while the female population is around 705.
Of the 1,419 total population in McKellar, the largest gender is male with around 720 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 720 | 705 | +2.08% |
Is McKellar a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how McKellar 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.
McKellar Population Compared to Ontario
Ontario's population in 2021 was 14,223,942, spread across the area. Here's how McKellar compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | McKellar | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $79,000 | $91,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.2% | 12.2% |
| Median age | 60.4 | 41.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.7% | 33.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 11.7% | 30.0% |
Population by Age Characteristics
McKellar has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 14.10% of the total population. The town median age is 60.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 105 14.60% | 95 13.50% | 9.52% | 200 14.10% |
| 65 to 69 years | 95 13.20% | 110 15.60% | 13.64% | 200 14.10% |
| 55 to 59 years | 90 12.50% | 90 12.80% | 0.00% | 180 12.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 70 9.70% | 80 11.30% | 12.50% | 150 10.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 45 6.30% | 50 7.10% | 10.00% | 90 6.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 50 6.90% | 35 5.00% | 30.00% | 85 6.00% |
| Median age of the population | 61 61.20% | 60 60.00% | 1.63% | 60 60.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 25 3.50% | 35 5.00% | 28.57% | 55 3.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 30 4.20% | 20 2.80% | 33.33% | 55 3.90% |
| Average age of the population | 56 55.60% | 54 54.20% | 1.80% | 55 54.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 25 3.50% | 25 3.50% | 0.00% | 50 3.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 25 3.50% | 25 3.50% | 0.00% | 50 3.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25 3.50% | 20 2.80% | 20.00% | 45 3.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 2.80% | 25 3.50% | 20.00% | 40 2.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 15 2.10% | 25 3.50% | 40.00% | 40 2.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 2.80% | 15 2.10% | 25.00% | 40 2.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 2.10% | 20 2.80% | 25.00% | 35 2.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 20 2.80% | 15 2.10% | 25.00% | 35 2.50% |
| 10 to 14 years | 15 2.10% | 20 2.80% | 25.00% | 35 2.50% |
| 85 years and over | 20 2.80% | 15 2.10% | 25.00% | 35 2.50% |
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 55.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 37.30% and 7.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in McKellar are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 6.90% | 7.80% | 7.00% |
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Population of McKellar by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of McKellar is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. McKellar is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in McKellar are English, which accounts for 34.40% of the total population, followed by Scottish (26.60%), Irish (25.89%), Canadian (17.73%), and French (8.16%).
Other ethnicities and origins in McKellar include German, British Isles, Italian, Dutch, and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 35.17% | 32.85% | 34.40% |
| Scottish | 26.90% | 26.28% | 26.60% |
| Irish | 24.14% | 27.74% | 25.89% |
| Canadian | 19.31% | 16.06% | 17.73% |
| French | 7.59% | 9.49% | 8.16% |
| German | 6.21% | 7.30% | 6.74% |
| British Isles | 6.21% | 6.57% | 6.74% |
| Italian | 5.52% | 3.65% | 4.61% |
| Dutch | 4.83% | 2.92% | 3.55% |
| Ukrainian | 3.45% | 3.65% | 3.19% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of McKellar's population profile.
About 11.7% of McKellar's population are immigrants (165 people).
The top countries of origin for McKellar's immigrant population are United Kingdom (65), Germany (15), Colombia (10), Croatia (10), Greece (10).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65 |
| Germany | 15 |
| Colombia | 10 |
| Croatia | 10 |
| Greece | 10 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 685 of McKellar's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.75% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.05%, 3.25%, and 1.45%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 355 | 25.55% |
| 1 person | 205 | 14.75% |
| 3 persons | 70 | 5.05% |
| 4 persons | 45 | 3.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 20 | 1.45% |
Income in McKellar
Analyzing income distribution in McKellar can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within McKellar is $41,600.
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 McKellar population or around 160 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 145 and 115 people, respectively.
Household Income
The McKellar's median household income is $79,000, according to 2020 data.
Below national average McKellar's median household income is 5,000 dollars below 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 McKellar
This data sheds light on the distribution of McKellar 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.
52.20% or most of the McKellar population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 14.65% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.50% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 520 | 535 | 1,045 | 52.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 345 | 355 | 710 | 35.10% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 140 | 160 | 300 | 14.65% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 135 | 130 | 265 | 12.50% |
Below national average 14.7% of McKellar's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in McKellar
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in McKellar. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in McKellar is at 3.80% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 38.02% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.80% |
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 McKellar's population (around 72.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 50 men and 45 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 95.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 50 | 45 | 95 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The McKellar industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in McKellar is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
McKellar has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the construction sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 95 | 10 | 18% |
| Retail trade | 30 | 50 | 14% |
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 65 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 40 | 10 | 9% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 25 | 20 | 7% |
| Public administration | 30 | 10 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 10 | 6% |
| Educational services | 0 | 15 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 0 | 2% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where McKellar residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in McKellar: Construction (18%), -45 Retail trade (14%), Health care and social assistance (14%)
Top occupation categories in McKellar: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (31%), Sales and service occupations (23%), Business, finance and administration 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 | 165 | 135 | 300 | 60.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 75 | 25 | 100 | 20.20% |
| Worked at home | 50 | 45 | 95 | 19.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how McKellar 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 McKellar residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of McKellar 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 | 43.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 26.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 15.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 13.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in McKellarshed 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 McKellar'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 McKellar. About 1,395 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 1,395 |
| French | 20 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
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 | 90.5% | 98.6% |
| Non-official languages | 6.7% | 1.1% |
| French | 2.1% | 0.0% |
Religion
McKellar is predominantly Christian. About 870 of its population is Christian (430 males and 430 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 61.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in McKellar
Hospitals
Schools
- Pope John Paul II
- Bishop E. Q. Jennings Senior Elementary School
- Ecole Gron Morgan Public School
- Corpus Christi Catholic Elementary School
- Pope John Paul II Elementary School
- McKellar Park Central Public School
- Ogden Community Public School
- St. Jude Catholic Elementary School
Universities
Parks
- Prince Arthur's Landing at Marina Park
- Hillcrest Park
- Paterson Park
- Waverley Park
- Soroptimist International Friendship Gardens
- George Burke Park
- Marina Park
- Kam River Park
- Connaught Square Park
- court st edible food forest
- Minnesota Park
- Norah Parkette
- Braun Building Courtyard
- Agora
- Brunswick Park
- Academy Park
- Agora circle
Libraries
- Thunder Bay Public Library
- Waverley Resource Library
- Caution!! Blind Bend
- Thunder Bay Public Library: Brodie Resource Library
Places to Visit in McKellar
Museums
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in McKellar
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Arthur's Landing at Marina Park | Parks | — |
| Hillcrest Park | Parks | 3.8 ha |
| Paterson Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Waverley Park | Parks | 2.3 ha |
| Soroptimist International Friendship Gardens | Parks | 18.6 ha |
| George Burke Park | Parks | 5.2 ha |
| Marina Park | Parks | 12.5 ha |
| Kam River Park | Parks | 1.8 ha |
| Connaught Square Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| court st edible food forest | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Minnesota Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about McKellar
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, McKellar has a population of 1,419 people, making it the 262nd town in Ontario. The population increased significantly from 1,111 in 2016, an increase of 308 people or 27.72%. The town has a population density of 8.1 people per km² across a land area of 176.07 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
McKellar's population grew by 27.72% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,111 to 1,419 people, a gain of 308 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Ontario towns during this period. The median age of 60.40 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
McKellar has a population density of approximately 8.10 people per square kilometre.
McKellar covers a land area of approximately 176.07 km².
The median age of the population in McKellar is 60.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in McKellar is English.
The median household income in McKellar is $79,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in McKellar.
Christian is the predominant religion in McKellar.
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.