Mono, Ontario Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Mono. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 278.37 km2. The town has a population density of 33.80 people per km2.

We highlight the Mono town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Mono on the Map

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Mono location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Mono has a population of around 9,421 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Mono has increased by 9.43%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
8,6099,421 +9.43%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.82% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Mono's population is projected to reach approximately 10,310 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 37.04 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
9,42110,31037.04

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 Mono is around 4,720 while the female population is around 4,700.

Of the 9,421 total population in Mono, the largest gender is male with around 4,720 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
4,7204,700 +0.42%

Is Mono a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

10.1%
Unemployment rate
2.1 pts below the province
59.2%
Employment rate
4.1 pts above the province
65.9%
Participation rate
3.1 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$138,000
Median household income
$47,000 above the province
5.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
5.1 pts below the province

Commute

45.3%
Commute under 30 minutes
16.7 pts below the province
93.1%
Commute by car
9.5 pts above the province
0.9%
Commute by public transit
7.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

97.9%
Single-detached houses
44.3 pts above the province
1.9%
Apartments (any building size)
29.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

3.00 people
Average household size
0.40people above the province
13.1%
One-person households
13.4 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Mono has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.80% of the total population. The town median age is 47.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
55 to 59 years465 9.90%450 9.60% 3.23%920 9.80%
60 to 64 years395 8.40%415 8.80% 4.82%810 8.60%
50 to 54 years360 7.60%375 8.00% 4.00%735 7.80%
65 to 69 years305 6.50%325 6.90% 6.15%630 6.70%
10 to 14 years305 6.50%275 5.90% 9.84%580 6.20%
15 to 19 years285 6.00%290 6.20% 1.72%580 6.20%
45 to 49 years275 5.80%300 6.40% 8.33%575 6.10%
5 to 9 years285 6.00%260 5.50% 8.77%550 5.80%
20 to 24 years285 6.00%270 5.70% 5.26%550 5.80%
70 to 74 years275 5.80%270 5.70% 1.82%545 5.80%
40 to 44 years275 5.80%270 5.70% 1.82%540 5.70%
35 to 39 years240 5.10%265 5.60% 9.43%500 5.30%
25 to 29 years235 5.00%195 4.10% 17.02%430 4.60%
30 to 34 years180 3.80%205 4.40% 12.20%385 4.10%
0 to 4 years180 3.80%185 3.90% 2.70%370 3.90%
75 to 79 years170 3.60%180 3.80% 5.56%355 3.80%
80 to 84 years120 2.50%110 2.30% 8.33%230 2.40%
85 years and over75 1.60%70 1.50% 6.67%145 1.50%
85 to 89 years60 1.30%45 1.00% 25.00%105 1.10%
Median age of the population47 46.80%47 47.20% 2.12%47 47.20%
Average age of the population43 43.40%44 43.90% 0.00%44 43.60%

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 63.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 20.20% and 15.90%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
65 years and over20.10%20.20%20.20%
0 to 14 years16.50%15.20%15.90%

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Population of Mono by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Mono is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Mono 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 26.15% of the total population, followed by Scottish (20.70%), Irish (19.10%), Canadian (14.03%), and German (10.30%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Italian, Portuguese, British Isles, French, and Dutch.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English26.09%26.20%26.15%
Scottish19.91%21.50%20.70%
Irish17.57%20.64%19.10%
Canadian14.27%13.69%14.03%
German10.86%9.84%10.30%
Italian8.95%9.09%9.02%
Portuguese5.11%5.45%5.28%
British Isles5.22%4.92%5.07%
French4.37%5.67%4.91%
Dutch4.90%4.71%4.86%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Mono's population profile.

About 20.5% of Mono's population are immigrants (1,920 people).

The top countries of origin for Mono's immigrant population are United Kingdom (350), India (280), Portugal (110), Italy (95), United States of America (85).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom350
India280
Portugal110
Italy95
United States of America85

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 3,065 of Mono's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.45% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.35% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 1 person households account for 8.05%, 7.60%, and 6.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons1,15518.45%
4 persons5859.35%
5 or more persons5058.05%
3 persons4757.60%
1 person4106.55%

Income in Mono

Analyzing income distribution in Mono can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Mono is $47,600.

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 Mono population or around 1,035 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 910 and 830 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Mono's median household income is $138,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Mono's median household income is 54,000 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 Mono

This data sheds light on the distribution of Mono 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.

63.20% or most of the Mono population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.65% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 26.90% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 9.90% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree3,7554,1757,92563.20%
Bachelor's degree or higher1,5152,0603,58028.65%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate1,8101,6703,48526.90%
No certificate, diploma or degree7655701,3409.90%

Below national average 28.7% of Mono's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Mono

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Mono. 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 6.66% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate59.20%
Unemployment rate6.66%

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 Mono's population (around 64.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 765 men and 425 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,190.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed7654251,190

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Mono has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (11%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 11%, followed by Construction at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance12046011%
Retail trade23033011%
Construction4508010%
Professional, scientific and technical services2451958%
Manufacturing2801458%
Educational services852607%
Transportation and warehousing230806%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1601055%
Other services (except public administration)1251155%
Accommodation and food services1151205%
Wholesale trade140904%
Public administration125904%
Finance and insurance95853%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting95703%
Real estate and rental and leasing80603%
Arts, entertainment and recreation45452%
Information and cultural industries30351%
Utilities2501%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction2000%
Management of companies and enterprises1000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Mono: Health care and social assistance (11%), -45 Retail trade (11%), Construction (10%)

Top occupation categories in Mono: Sales and service occupations (22%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (19%)

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work1,4201,1952,61055.90%
Worked at home6107501,36029.20%
No fixed workplace address51015066014.10%
Worked outside Canada1525400.90%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Mono 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 Mono residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Mono 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes28.30%
30 to 44 minutes19.70%
60 minutes and over17.70%
45 to 59 minutes17.30%
15 to 29 minutes17.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Monoshed 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 Mono's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
67.32%
Married or living common-law
32.68%

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 Mono. About 9,225 people living in the province speak English, 95 people speak French, 65 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 15 people speak English and French language.

LanguagePopulation
English9,225
French95
Neither English nor French65
English and French15

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
English81.6%91.9%
Non-official languages14.9%5.7%
French1.0%0.3%

Religion

Mono is predominantly Christian. About 5,380 of its population is Christian (2,630 males and 2,630 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 4.6% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Hindu, both represent 2.2% and 1.1% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.4% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian57.4%
Sikh4.6%
Islam2.2%
Hindu1.1%
Jewish0.4%
Buddhist0.3%

Points of Interest in Mono

Schools

Parks

Community Centres

Places to Visit in Mono

Museums

Attractions

Green Spaces in Mono

NameTypeApprox. Area
Mono Cliffs Provincial ParkParks
Monora ParkParks16.8 ha
Maywood ParkParks0.1 ha
Mother Teresa ParkParks1.8 ha
Island Court ParketteParks0.2 ha
Walsh Crescent ParkParks0.2 ha
Victoria ParkParks2.2 ha
Lions ParkParks3.7 ha
John W. Nichols Community ParkParks0.2 ha
Ridgewoods ParkParks0.1 ha
Madill MeadowsParks1.8 ha
Mono Tract ForestNature Reserves78.4 ha
Mono Cliffs Provincial ParkNature Reserves698.3 ha
Hockley Valley Provincial ParkNature Reserves378.2 ha
Glen Haffy Conservation AreaNature Reserves189.4 ha

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mono

According to the 2021 census, Mono has a population of approximately 9,421 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Mono increased by 9.43%.

Mono has a population density of approximately 33.80 people per square kilometre.

Mono covers a land area of approximately 278.37 km².

The median age of the population in Mono is 47.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Mono is English.

The median household income in Mono is $138,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Mono.

Christian is the predominant religion in Mono.

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.