Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Minden Hills has a population of around 6,971 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Minden Hills has increased by 14.50%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 6,088 | 6,971 | +14.50% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.75% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Minden Hills's population is projected to reach approximately 7,982 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 9.42 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 6,971 | 7,982 | 9.42 |
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 Minden Hills is around 3,520 while the female population is around 3,450.
Of the 6,971 total population in Minden Hills, the largest gender is male with around 3,520 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3,520 | 3,450 | +1.99% |
Is Minden Hills a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Minden Hills 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 Minden Hills
- Algonquin Highlands (39.4 km)
- Bracebridge (46.9 km)
- Lake of Bays (47.4 km)
- Gravenhurst (50.7 km)
- North Kawartha (52.2 km)
- Ramara (54.8 km)
- Huntsville (57.0 km)
- Selwyn (64.6 km)
- Severn (65.5 km)
- Faraday (67.3 km)
- Muskoka Lakes (68.4 km)
- Bancroft (70.0 km)
- Wollaston (70.8 km)
- Brock (72.8 km)
- Douro-Dummer (74.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Minden Hills has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 12.80% of the total population. The town median age is 58.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 to 64 years | 450 12.80% | 440 12.80% | 2.22% | 890 12.80% |
| 65 to 69 years | 420 11.90% | 395 11.40% | 5.95% | 820 11.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 310 8.80% | 340 9.90% | 8.82% | 650 9.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 315 8.90% | 300 8.70% | 4.76% | 615 8.80% |
| 75 to 79 years | 210 6.00% | 210 6.10% | 0.00% | 425 6.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 180 5.10% | 190 5.50% | 5.26% | 365 5.20% |
| 30 to 34 years | 160 4.50% | 170 4.90% | 5.88% | 330 4.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 165 4.70% | 145 4.20% | 12.12% | 315 4.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 135 3.80% | 165 4.80% | 18.18% | 300 4.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 140 4.00% | 155 4.50% | 9.68% | 295 4.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 145 4.10% | 130 3.80% | 10.34% | 275 3.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 140 4.00% | 120 3.50% | 14.29% | 260 3.70% |
| 85 years and over | 105 3.00% | 160 4.60% | 34.38% | 260 3.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 135 3.80% | 120 3.50% | 11.11% | 255 3.70% |
| 5 to 9 years | 125 3.60% | 115 3.30% | 8.00% | 240 3.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 130 3.70% | 110 3.20% | 15.38% | 235 3.40% |
| 15 to 19 years | 120 3.40% | 110 3.20% | 8.33% | 230 3.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 130 3.70% | 85 2.50% | 34.62% | 215 3.10% |
| 85 to 89 years | 70 2.00% | 100 2.90% | 30.00% | 170 2.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 30 0.90% | 45 1.30% | 33.33% | 70 1.00% |
| Median age of the population | 58 58.40% | 59 59.20% | 1.69% | 59 58.80% |
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 54.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 34.70% and 10.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Minden Hills are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 51.10% | 52.90% | 52.00% |
| 65 years and over | 33.80% | 35.70% | 34.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 11.10% | 9.90% | 10.50% |
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Population of Minden Hills by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Minden Hills is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Minden Hills 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 35.37% of the total population, followed by Irish (23.38%), Scottish (22.51%), Canadian (19.83%), and German (10.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include British Isles, French, Dutch, Italian, and Welsh.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 32.52% | 38.42% | 35.37% |
| Irish | 22.59% | 24.19% | 23.38% |
| Scottish | 22.01% | 23.02% | 22.51% |
| Canadian | 20.14% | 19.50% | 19.83% |
| German | 10.65% | 9.97% | 10.38% |
| British Isles | 6.47% | 7.33% | 6.97% |
| French | 6.76% | 4.69% | 5.66% |
| Dutch | 2.88% | 5.28% | 4.07% |
| Italian | 3.88% | 2.93% | 3.41% |
| Welsh | 2.88% | 2.35% | 2.69% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Minden Hills's population profile.
About 8.7% of Minden Hills's population are immigrants (600 people).
The top countries of origin for Minden Hills's immigrant population are United Kingdom (215), United States of America (45), Germany (40), Netherlands (25), Romania (25).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 215 |
| United States of America | 45 |
| Germany | 40 |
| Netherlands | 25 |
| Romania | 25 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 3,000 of Minden Hills's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 23.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.55%, 4.10%, and 2.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,490 | 23.05% |
| 1 person | 975 | 15.10% |
| 3 persons | 360 | 5.55% |
| 4 persons | 265 | 4.10% |
| 5 or more persons | 145 | 2.25% |
Income in Minden Hills
Analyzing income distribution in Minden Hills can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Minden Hills is $38,000.
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 Minden Hills population or around 840 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 645 and 590 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Minden Hills's median household income is $74,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Minden Hills's median household income is 9,500 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 Minden Hills
This data sheds light on the distribution of Minden Hills 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.
54.60% or most of the Minden Hills population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 31.45% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 15.85% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.95% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 2,540 | 2,565 | 5,105 | 54.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,495 | 1,510 | 2,995 | 31.45% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 655 | 840 | 1,500 | 15.85% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 740 | 675 | 1,415 | 13.95% |
Below national average 15.9% of Minden Hills's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Minden Hills
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Minden Hills. 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 5.56% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 43.70% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.56% |
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 Minden Hills's population (around 61.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 420 men and 240 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 655.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 420 | 240 | 655 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Minden Hills industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Minden Hills is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Minden Hills has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the construction sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Retail trade at 14%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 375 | 65 | 15% |
| Health care and social assistance | 75 | 365 | 15% |
| Retail trade | 190 | 230 | 14% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 100 | 95 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 120 | 45 | 6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 75 | 85 | 5% |
| Educational services | 40 | 110 | 5% |
| Public administration | 80 | 65 | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 100 | 35 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 55 | 45 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 45 | 55 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 40 | 40 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 40 | 35 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 45 | 25 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 30 | 35 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 20 | 50 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 40 | 10 | 2% |
| Utilities | 40 | 15 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Minden Hills residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Minden Hills: Construction (15%), Health care and social assistance (15%), -45 Retail trade (14%)
Top occupation categories in Minden Hills: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (26%), Sales and service occupations (24%), 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 | 795 | 880 | 1,680 | 62.90% |
| Worked at home | 225 | 290 | 510 | 19.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 365 | 105 | 470 | 17.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.40% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Minden Hills 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 Minden Hills residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Minden Hills 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 | 40.20% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 32.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 14.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 10.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Minden Hillsshed 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 Minden Hills'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 Minden Hills. About 6,855 people living in the province speak English, 55 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 6,855 |
| French | 55 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and 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 | 93.2% | 98.3% |
| Non-official languages | 5.1% | 1.4% |
| French | 0.9% | 0.1% |
Religion
Minden Hills is predominantly Christian. About 3,680 of its population is Christian (1,750 males and 1,750 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Jewish with 0.6% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 53.5% |
| Jewish | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Minden Hills
Hospitals
Schools
- Archie Stouffer Elementary School
- J. Douglas Hodgson Elementary School
- Stuart W. Baker Elementary School
- Haliburton Highlands Secondary School
Parks
- Minden Rotary Park
- ASES Park
- Snowdon Park
- Sewey Bed
- SC Field
- Compoun Airsoft Field
- Glebe Park
- Harrington Park
- Austin Sawmill Park
- Rotary Park
- Head Lake Park
- Stothart Creek Park
- Elvin Johnson Park
- Skyline Park
- Minden Rotary Park
- Harmony Park
Libraries
- Kawartha Lakes Public Library - Kinmount Branch
- Haliburton County Public Library - Dysart Branch
- Haliburton County Public Library - Minden Branch
- Haliburton County Public Library - Stanhope Branch
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Minden Hills
Museums
Attractions
- Avro Canada CF-100 Mk 5 Canuck
- Canadian National 2616 Steam Train
- The Sawyer
- Kinmount Station & Model Railway
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Minden Hills
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Minden Rotary Park | Parks | — |
| ASES Park | Parks | — |
| Snowdon Park | Parks | — |
| Sewey Bed | Parks | — |
| SC Field | Parks | — |
| Compoun Airsoft Field | Parks | — |
| Glebe Park | Parks | — |
| Harrington Park | Parks | — |
| Austin Sawmill Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| Rotary Park | Parks | 2.1 ha |
| Head Lake Park | Parks | 7.5 ha |
| Stothart Creek Park | Parks | 5.9 ha |
| Elvin Johnson Park | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| Skyline Park | Parks | 4.7 ha |
| Minden Rotary Park | Parks | 1.3 ha |
| Harmony Park | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Bigwind Lake Provincial Park | Nature Reserves | 1,901.0 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Minden Hills
According to the 2021 census, Minden Hills has a population of approximately 6,971 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Minden Hills increased by 14.50%.
Minden Hills has a population density of approximately 8.20 people per square kilometre.
Minden Hills covers a land area of approximately 847.37 km².
The median age of the population in Minden Hills is 58.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Minden Hills is English.
The median household income in Minden Hills is $74,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Minden Hills.
Christian is the predominant religion in Minden Hills.
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.