Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, North Dundas has a population of around 11,304 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Dundas has increased by 0.23%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 11,278 | 11,304 | +0.23% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.05% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, North Dundas's population is projected to reach approximately 11,330 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 22.55 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 11,304 | 11,330 | 22.55 |
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 North Dundas is around 5,610 while the female population is around 5,695.
Of the 11,304 total population in North Dundas, the largest gender is female with around 5,695 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 5,610 | 5,695 | +1.49% |
Is North Dundas a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how North Dundas 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 North Dundas
- Russell (18.5 km)
- North Stormont (29.9 km)
- Edwardsburgh/Cardinal (30.5 km)
- South Stormont (33.0 km)
- Harris (37.8 km)
- Prescott (43.0 km)
- Augusta (44.3 km)
- Montague (48.8 km)
- Smiths Falls (55.4 km)
- Beckwith (55.9 km)
- Elizabethtown-Kitley (57.0 km)
- Alfred and Plantagenet (58.7 km)
- Carleton Place (61.2 km)
- North Glengarry (61.3 km)
- South Glengarry (64.9 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
North Dundas has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.80% of the total population. The town median age is 44.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 500 8.90% | 495 8.70% | 1.00% | 1,000 8.80% |
| 60 to 64 years | 490 8.70% | 465 8.20% | 5.10% | 955 8.40% |
| 50 to 54 years | 375 6.70% | 380 6.70% | 1.32% | 755 6.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 360 6.40% | 380 6.70% | 5.26% | 735 6.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 375 6.70% | 355 6.20% | 5.33% | 730 6.50% |
| 30 to 34 years | 340 6.10% | 385 6.80% | 11.69% | 720 6.40% |
| 5 to 9 years | 375 6.70% | 315 5.50% | 16.00% | 690 6.10% |
| 25 to 29 years | 350 6.20% | 320 5.60% | 8.57% | 675 6.00% |
| 70 to 74 years | 315 5.60% | 310 5.40% | 1.59% | 625 5.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 290 5.20% | 325 5.70% | 10.77% | 620 5.50% |
| 0 to 4 years | 325 5.80% | 285 5.00% | 12.31% | 615 5.40% |
| 10 to 14 years | 305 5.40% | 310 5.40% | 1.61% | 615 5.40% |
| 40 to 44 years | 305 5.40% | 285 5.00% | 6.56% | 590 5.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 260 4.60% | 290 5.10% | 10.34% | 550 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 245 4.40% | 225 4.00% | 8.16% | 465 4.10% |
| 75 to 79 years | 170 3.00% | 230 4.00% | 26.09% | 400 3.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 145 2.60% | 155 2.70% | 6.45% | 300 2.70% |
| 85 years and over | 95 1.70% | 175 3.10% | 45.71% | 265 2.30% |
| 85 to 89 years | 60 1.10% | 95 1.70% | 36.84% | 160 1.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 25 0.40% | 50 0.90% | 50.00% | 75 0.70% |
| Median age of the population | 44 44.00% | 46 46.00% | 4.35% | 45 44.80% |
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 62.50% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 20.60% and 17.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in North Dundas are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 42.50% | 44.10% | 43.30% |
| 65 years and over | 19.30% | 21.90% | 20.60% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.90% | 16.10% | 17.00% |
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Population of North Dundas by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of North Dundas is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. North Dundas 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 Irish, which accounts for 29.55% of the total population, followed by Scottish (26.53%), Canadian (22.39%), English (21.44%), and French (16.44%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, Dutch, British Isles, French Canadian, and Caucasian (White).
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | 26.97% | 32.11% | 29.55% |
| Scottish | 25.25% | 27.80% | 26.53% |
| Canadian | 22.17% | 22.60% | 22.39% |
| English | 21.54% | 21.35% | 21.44% |
| French | 18.19% | 14.71% | 16.44% |
| German | 10.50% | 12.47% | 11.49% |
| Dutch | 11.40% | 8.79% | 10.09% |
| British Isles | 3.80% | 5.20% | 4.55% |
| French Canadian | 3.62% | 3.86% | 3.74% |
| Caucasian (White) | 3.26% | 3.32% | 3.29% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of North Dundas's population profile.
About 5.5% of North Dundas's population are immigrants (615 people).
The top countries of origin for North Dundas's immigrant population are United Kingdom (140), Netherlands (110), United States of America (50), Germany (30), China (25).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 140 |
| Netherlands | 110 |
| United States of America | 50 |
| Germany | 30 |
| China | 25 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 3,855 of North Dundas's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.70% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.55% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.10%, 6.40%, and 4.30%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,785 | 19.70% |
| 1 person | 1,140 | 12.55% |
| 3 persons | 645 | 7.10% |
| 4 persons | 580 | 6.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 390 | 4.30% |
Income in North Dundas
Analyzing income distribution in North Dundas can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within North Dundas is $45,600.
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 North Dundas population or around 1,515 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 1,365 and 1,240 people, respectively.
Household Income
The North Dundas's median household income is $90,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average North Dundas's median household income is 6,000 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 North Dundas
This data sheds light on the distribution of North Dundas 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.
56.60% or most of the North Dundas population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 15.05% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.30% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 3,960 | 4,475 | 8,445 | 56.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 2,335 | 2,295 | 4,615 | 30.10% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 760 | 1,485 | 2,240 | 15.05% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 1,235 | 890 | 2,120 | 13.30% |
Below national average 15.1% of North Dundas's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in North Dundas
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in North Dundas. 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 4.57% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 60.37% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.57% |
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 North Dundas's population (around 73.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 515 men and 385 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 900.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 515 | 385 | 900 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The North Dundas industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in North Dundas is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
North Dundas has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (13%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 13%, followed by Public administration at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 80 | 680 | 13% |
| Construction | 640 | 115 | 13% |
| Public administration | 380 | 265 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 280 | 340 | 10% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 295 | 140 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 310 | 85 | 7% |
| Educational services | 100 | 240 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 210 | 110 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 115 | 185 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 150 | 150 | 5% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 140 | 105 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 115 | 65 | 3% |
| Accommodation and food services | 55 | 110 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 60 | 100 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 45 | 40 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 40 | 30 | 1% |
| Utilities | 50 | 10 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 25 | 20 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 25 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where North Dundas residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in North Dundas: Health care and social assistance (13%), Construction (13%), Public administration (11%)
Top occupation categories in North Dundas: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%), Sales and service occupations (17%)
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 | 1,705 | 1,635 | 3,340 | 60.20% |
| Worked at home | 565 | 760 | 1,330 | 24.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 690 | 180 | 865 | 15.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how North Dundas 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 North Dundas residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of North Dundas 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 |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 26.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 23.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 21.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 19.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.60% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in North Dundasshed 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 North Dundas'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 North Dundas. About 10,345 people living in the province speak English, 820 people speak French, 25 people speak English and French language, and 10 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 10,345 |
| French | 820 |
| English and French | 25 |
| Neither English nor French | 10 |
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 | 87.2% | 94.6% |
| French | 7.5% | 3.6% |
| Non-official languages | 3.6% | 0.8% |
Religion
North Dundas is predominantly Christian. About 6,765 of its population is Christian (3,195 males and 3,195 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.1% 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 | 60.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in North Dundas
Hospitals
Schools
- Winchester Elementary School
- École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Thérèse-d'Avila
- Castor Valley Elementary School
- Nationview Public School
- Timothy Christian School
- St. Mary's Catholic School
- Chesterville Public School
- North Dundas District High School
Parks
- South Gower Park
- South Vernon Park
- Séraphin-Marion Park
- 100 Club Park
- Mountain Memorial Community Park
- J.C. Whitteker Park
- Blanchfield School
- Vernon Park
- Bramble Lane Park - Ridgewood Tot Lot
- Veterans View Park
- Sweet Corner Park
- The Scented Garden
- Morewood Park
- Harmony Park
- Flynn Park
- Thompson Park
- Chesterville Community Park
- Vernon Recreation Centre
- Winchester Park
- Cass Bridge Conservation Area
Libraries
- SDG Library - Winchester Branch
- SDG Library - Chesterville Branch
- SDG Library - Williamsburg Branch
- Ottawa Public Library - Vernon Branch
- SDG Library - South Mountain Branch
Community Centres
- Winchester Lions Hall
- Vernon Recreation Centre
- Marvelville Community Centre
- Morewood Community Centre
- North Williamsburg Recreation Centre
- Dunbar Recreation Centre
Places to Visit in North Dundas
Museums
Historic Sites
Theatres
Green Spaces in North Dundas
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| South Gower Park | Parks | 16.7 ha |
| South Vernon Park | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Séraphin-Marion Park | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| 100 Club Park | Parks | 8.2 ha |
| Mountain Memorial Community Park | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| J.C. Whitteker Park | Parks | 3.4 ha |
| Blanchfield School | Parks | 0.8 ha |
| Vernon Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Bramble Lane Park - Ridgewood Tot Lot | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Veterans View Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Sweet Corner Park | Parks | 0.0 ha |
| The Scented Garden | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Morewood Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Harmony Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Flynn Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Thompson Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Williamsburg Forest Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 148.4 ha |
| Alvin Runnalls Forest | Nature Reserves | 207.3 ha |
| Oschmann Forest Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 8.0 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about North Dundas
According to the 2021 census, North Dundas has a population of approximately 11,304 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Dundas increased by 0.23%.
North Dundas has a population density of approximately 22.50 people per square kilometre.
North Dundas covers a land area of approximately 502.41 km².
The median age of the population in North Dundas is 44.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in North Dundas is Irish.
The median household income in North Dundas is $90,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in North Dundas.
Christian is the predominant religion in North Dundas.
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.