Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Perth has a population of around 6,469 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Perth has increased by 9.09%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 5,930 | 6,469 | +9.09% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.76% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Perth's population is projected to reach approximately 7,057 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 577.97 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 6,469 | 7,057 | 577.97 |
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 Perth is around 2,885 while the female population is around 3,585.
Of the 6,469 total population in Perth, the largest gender is female with around 3,585 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,885 | 3,585 | +19.53% |
Is Perth a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Perth 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 Perth
- Perth East (3.5 km)
- Perth South (22.4 km)
- St. Marys (28.2 km)
- Wilmot (32.6 km)
- East Zorra-Tavistock (33.0 km)
- Mapleton (36.2 km)
- Zorra (39.2 km)
- Minto (40.2 km)
- Lucan Biddulph (41.1 km)
- Woolwich (42.5 km)
- Blandford-Blenheim (43.6 km)
- Howick (44.8 km)
- North Huron (49.5 km)
- Ingersoll (51.8 km)
- North Dumfries (55.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Perth has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 9.30% of the total population. The town median age is 58.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 to 69 years | 245 8.50% | 360 10.00% | 31.94% | 600 9.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 250 8.70% | 345 9.60% | 27.54% | 600 9.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 230 8.00% | 335 9.30% | 31.34% | 565 8.70% |
| 85 years and over | 180 6.20% | 300 8.40% | 40.00% | 475 7.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 180 6.20% | 270 7.50% | 33.33% | 450 7.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 220 7.60% | 225 6.30% | 2.22% | 445 6.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 140 4.90% | 250 7.00% | 44.00% | 395 6.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 125 4.30% | 195 5.40% | 35.90% | 320 4.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 170 5.90% | 140 3.90% | 17.65% | 310 4.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 155 5.40% | 145 4.00% | 6.45% | 300 4.60% |
| 85 to 89 years | 110 3.80% | 190 5.30% | 42.11% | 300 4.60% |
| 35 to 39 years | 135 4.70% | 155 4.30% | 12.90% | 295 4.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 125 4.30% | 155 4.30% | 19.35% | 275 4.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 125 4.30% | 135 3.80% | 7.41% | 255 3.90% |
| 10 to 14 years | 135 4.70% | 115 3.20% | 14.81% | 250 3.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 125 4.30% | 125 3.50% | 0.00% | 245 3.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 130 4.50% | 110 3.10% | 15.38% | 235 3.60% |
| 0 to 4 years | 95 3.30% | 120 3.30% | 20.83% | 220 3.40% |
| 5 to 9 years | 130 4.50% | 95 2.60% | 26.92% | 220 3.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 55 1.90% | 80 2.20% | 31.25% | 135 2.10% |
| Median age of the population | 55 55.20% | 61 60.80% | 8.22% | 58 58.40% |
| Average age of the population | 50 49.70% | 55 55.00% | 10.91% | 53 52.70% |
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 50.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 38.90% and 10.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Perth are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 53.00% | 48.10% | 50.30% |
| 65 years and over | 34.30% | 42.50% | 38.90% |
| 0 to 14 years | 12.50% | 9.10% | 10.70% |
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Population of Perth by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Perth is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Perth 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 Scottish, which accounts for 36.27% of the total population, followed by Irish (35.46%), English (30.61%), Canadian (15.67%), and French (14.94%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, British Isles, Dutch, Italian, and Ukrainian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish | 35.05% | 37.28% | 36.27% |
| Irish | 34.52% | 36.24% | 35.46% |
| English | 30.96% | 30.18% | 30.61% |
| Canadian | 15.66% | 15.68% | 15.67% |
| French | 14.59% | 15.38% | 14.94% |
| German | 9.25% | 11.24% | 10.42% |
| British Isles | 4.09% | 5.18% | 4.68% |
| Dutch | 3.91% | 3.70% | 3.80% |
| Italian | 4.09% | 3.25% | 3.55% |
| Ukrainian | 3.02% | 1.18% | 1.94% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Perth's population profile.
About 6.6% of Perth's population are immigrants (410 people).
The top countries of origin for Perth's immigrant population are United Kingdom (175), United States of America (50), Germany (40), Netherlands (20), Philippines (10).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 175 |
| United States of America | 50 |
| Germany | 40 |
| Netherlands | 20 |
| Philippines | 10 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,655 of Perth's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 21.60% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 18.85% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.80%, 3.30%, and 1.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 1,415 | 21.60% |
| 2 persons | 1,235 | 18.85% |
| 3 persons | 315 | 4.80% |
| 4 persons | 215 | 3.30% |
| 5 or more persons | 90 | 1.35% |
Income in Perth
Analyzing income distribution in Perth can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Perth is $38,400.
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 Perth population or around 695 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 600 and 535 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Perth's median household income is $63,200, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Perth's median household income is 20,800 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 Perth
This data sheds light on the distribution of Perth 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.
55.85% or most of the Perth population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.25% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.20% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,890 | 2,650 | 4,545 | 55.85% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,105 | 1,380 | 2,480 | 30.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 595 | 835 | 1,430 | 17.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 655 | 535 | 1,195 | 13.80% |
Below national average 17.2% of Perth's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Perth
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Perth. 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 6.09% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 41.09% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.09% |
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 Perth's population (around 68.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 160 men and 205 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 370.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 160 | 205 | 370 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Perth industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Perth is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Perth has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (14%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 12%, followed by Manufacturing at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 50 | 320 | 14% |
| Retail trade | 135 | 175 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 165 | 85 | 10% |
| Accommodation and food services | 110 | 120 | 9% |
| Construction | 195 | 30 | 9% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 90 | 110 | 8% |
| Public administration | 95 | 75 | 7% |
| Educational services | 25 | 110 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 55 | 70 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 45 | 40 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 70 | 10 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 30 | 40 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 35 | 40 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 30 | 30 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 10 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 20 | 10 | 1% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 10 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 10 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Perth residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Perth: Health care and social assistance (14%), -45 Retail trade (12%), -33 Manufacturing (10%)
Top occupation categories in Perth: Sales and service occupations (28%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%), Business, finance and administration occupations (15%)
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 | 740 | 815 | 1,550 | 68.60% |
| Worked at home | 150 | 305 | 455 | 20.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 180 | 70 | 250 | 11.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Perth 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 Perth residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Perth 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 | 51.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 19.40% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 10.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 8.60% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Perthshed 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 Perth'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 Perth. About 6,195 people living in the province speak English, 140 people speak French, 10 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 6,195 |
| French | 140 |
| English and French | 10 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
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 | 93.5% | 98.4% |
| Non-official languages | 3.3% | 0.7% |
| French | 2.4% | 0.3% |
Religion
Perth is predominantly Christian. About 3,685 of its population is Christian (1,570 males and 1,570 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.4% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.4% and 0.2% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 59.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.2% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Perth
Schools
Parks
- Pioneer Memorial Park
- Rea Memorial Forest
- Milton Street Playground
- McManus Park
- Optomist Recreational Park
- Optimist Playground
- Monteith Avenue Playground
- Shakespeare Park
- Tom Patterson Island
- Rotary Park
- Jaycee Park
- Marsh Pond Park
- Granton Community Park
- Riverview Walkway
- Harrington Community Park
- Greenwood Park
- Seaforth Lions Park
- Dufferin Park
- Maple Avenue Playground
- Portia Playground
- Inverness Playground
- Anne Hathaway Park
Libraries
- Region Of Waterloo Library - Wellesley Branch
- Stratford Public Library
- North Perth Public Library - Listowel Branch
- St. Mary's Public Library
- North Perth Public Library - Atwood Branch
- North Perth Public Library - Monkton Branch
- Oxford County Library - Tavistock
- Huron County Library - Blyth Branch
- Huron County Library - Kirkton Branch
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Perth
Museums
- Van Egmond House-Museum
- Gallery Stratford
- Stratford-Perth Museum
- Stratford Perth Museum
- St. Marys Museum
- Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame
Attractions
Historic Sites
- Black Donnelleys Homestead
- First Schoolhouse 1841
- Millenium Park
- Founding of St. Marys
- Grand Trunk Trail
- Mill Wheel
- St. Marys and Western Railway
- St. Marys Cement
- Ilona willfong memorial statue
- LLOYD ROBERTSON GARDEN PLAQUE
- Stratford City Hall
- St. Marys Junction Railway Station
- Seaforth Cenotaph
- Mullen House
Theatres
- Avon Theatre
- Studio Theatre
- The Bandshell
- Blyth Center for the Arts
- Philip's Studio
- Tom Patterson Theatre
- Harvest Stage
- Stratford Festival Theatre
Green Spaces in Perth
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Memorial Park | Parks | — |
| Rea Memorial Forest | Parks | — |
| Milton Street Playground | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| McManus Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Optomist Recreational Park | Parks | 2.1 ha |
| Optimist Playground | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Monteith Avenue Playground | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Shakespeare Park | Parks | 3.3 ha |
| Tom Patterson Island | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Rotary Park | Parks | 5.4 ha |
| Jaycee Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Marsh Pond Park | Parks | 3.0 ha |
| Granton Community Park | Parks | 2.7 ha |
| Wildwood Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | — |
| Harmony Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perth
According to the 2021 census, Perth has a population of approximately 6,469 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Perth increased by 9.09%.
Perth has a population density of approximately 529.80 people per square kilometre.
Perth covers a land area of approximately 12.21 km².
The median age of the population in Perth is 58.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Perth is Scottish.
The median household income in Perth is $63,200, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Perth.
Christian is the predominant religion in Perth.
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.