Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Puslinch has a population of around 7,944 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Puslinch has increased by 8.29%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 7,336 | 7,944 | +8.29% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.61% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Puslinch's population is projected to reach approximately 8,602 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 40.04 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 7,944 | 8,602 | 40.04 |
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 Puslinch is around 4,040 while the female population is around 3,905.
Of the 7,944 total population in Puslinch, the largest gender is male with around 4,040 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,040 | 3,905 | +3.34% |
Is Puslinch a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Puslinch 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 Puslinch
- Guelph/Eramosa (17.6 km)
- Milton (19.1 km)
- Halton Hills (25.2 km)
- North Dumfries (26.8 km)
- Woolwich (32.7 km)
- Erin (33.3 km)
- Centre Wellington (34.1 km)
- Oakville (36.2 km)
- East Garafraxa (41.7 km)
- Caledon (42.8 km)
- Wilmot (43.1 km)
- Blandford-Blenheim (46.9 km)
- Orangeville (49.2 km)
- Grand Valley (49.6 km)
- Johnson (51.3 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Puslinch has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.90% of the total population. The town median age is 49.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 365 9.00% | 345 8.80% | 5.48% | 710 8.90% |
| 60 to 64 years | 350 8.70% | 355 9.10% | 1.41% | 700 8.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 325 8.00% | 325 8.30% | 0.00% | 650 8.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 285 7.10% | 275 7.00% | 3.51% | 555 7.00% |
| 45 to 49 years | 270 6.70% | 275 7.00% | 1.82% | 550 6.90% |
| 70 to 74 years | 245 6.10% | 280 7.20% | 12.50% | 530 6.70% |
| 15 to 19 years | 245 6.10% | 245 6.30% | 0.00% | 495 6.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 240 5.90% | 240 6.10% | 0.00% | 475 6.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 265 6.60% | 200 5.10% | 24.53% | 470 5.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 230 5.70% | 205 5.20% | 10.87% | 440 5.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 180 4.50% | 195 5.00% | 7.69% | 370 4.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 180 4.50% | 175 4.50% | 2.78% | 360 4.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 190 4.70% | 165 4.20% | 13.16% | 355 4.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 170 4.20% | 155 4.00% | 8.82% | 325 4.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 145 3.60% | 140 3.60% | 3.45% | 290 3.70% |
| 30 to 34 years | 155 3.80% | 140 3.60% | 9.68% | 290 3.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 110 2.70% | 105 2.70% | 4.55% | 210 2.60% |
| 85 years and over | 75 1.90% | 95 2.40% | 21.05% | 165 2.10% |
| 85 to 89 years | 60 1.50% | 65 1.70% | 7.69% | 120 1.50% |
| Median age of the population | 49 48.80% | 50 50.00% | 4.00% | 49 49.20% |
| Average age of the population | 45 44.80% | 46 46.20% | 4.33% | 46 45.50% |
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 63.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 23.00% and 14.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Puslinch are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 22.20% | 23.70% | 23.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 12.90% | 14.00% |
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Population of Puslinch by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Puslinch is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Puslinch 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 27.43% of the total population, followed by Scottish (21.05%), Irish (18.65%), Canadian (17.13%), and German (13.46%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Italian, British Isles, Indian (India), Dutch, and French.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 25.43% | 29.38% | 27.43% |
| Scottish | 21.59% | 20.49% | 21.05% |
| Irish | 16.50% | 20.88% | 18.65% |
| Canadian | 17.37% | 16.88% | 17.13% |
| German | 13.65% | 13.14% | 13.46% |
| Italian | 8.81% | 8.89% | 8.79% |
| British Isles | 7.07% | 6.83% | 6.89% |
| Indian (India) | 6.33% | 5.54% | 5.94% |
| Dutch | 5.83% | 5.80% | 5.82% |
| French | 5.21% | 6.31% | 5.69% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Puslinch's population profile.
About 17.4% of Puslinch's population are immigrants (1,380 people).
The top countries of origin for Puslinch's immigrant population are United Kingdom (260), India (215), United States of America (105), Italy (70), Afghanistan (55).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 260 |
| India | 215 |
| United States of America | 105 |
| Italy | 70 |
| Afghanistan | 55 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 2,680 of Puslinch's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 8.85% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.20%, 7.60%, and 6.30%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 1,090 | 19.05% |
| 1 person | 505 | 8.85% |
| 4 persons | 470 | 8.20% |
| 3 persons | 435 | 7.60% |
| 5 or more persons | 360 | 6.30% |
Income in Puslinch
Analyzing income distribution in Puslinch can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Puslinch is $48,800.
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 Puslinch population or around 840 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 785 and 730 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Puslinch's median household income is $133,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Puslinch's median household income is 49,000 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 Puslinch
This data sheds light on the distribution of Puslinch 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.
65.50% or most of the Puslinch population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.20% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 25.80% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.75% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 3,565 | 3,385 | 6,960 | 65.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 1,745 | 1,760 | 3,510 | 33.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,360 | 1,495 | 2,855 | 25.80% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 555 | 500 | 1,055 | 8.75% |
Above national average 33.2% of Puslinch's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Puslinch
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Puslinch. 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 6.03% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 58.97% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.03% |
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 Puslinch's population (around 61.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 755 men and 430 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,180.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 755 | 430 | 1,180 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Puslinch industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Puslinch is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Puslinch has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (12%) works in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 11%, followed by Manufacturing at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 305 | 230 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 190 | 290 | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 335 | 140 | 11% |
| Construction | 340 | 95 | 10% |
| Health care and social assistance | 95 | 325 | 10% |
| Educational services | 95 | 190 | 7% |
| Wholesale trade | 165 | 85 | 6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 80 | 115 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 100 | 95 | 4% |
| Public administration | 100 | 70 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 115 | 60 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 95 | 60 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 70 | 75 | 3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 80 | 60 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 55 | 50 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 50 | 40 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 25 | 15 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 15 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 15 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Puslinch residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Puslinch: Professional, scientific and technical services (12%), -45 Retail trade (11%), -33 Manufacturing (11%)
Top occupation categories in Puslinch: Sales and service occupations (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)
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 | 1,225 | 1,040 | 2,260 | 56.40% |
| Worked at home | 590 | 650 | 1,235 | 30.80% |
| No fixed workplace address | 355 | 140 | 495 | 12.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 15 | 0 | 20 | 0.50% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Puslinch 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 Puslinch residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Puslinch 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 | 36.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 27.60% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 20.10% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 8.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 7.40% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Puslinchshed 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 Puslinch'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 Puslinch. About 7,775 people living in the province speak English, 65 people speak French, 55 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 20 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 7,775 |
| French | 65 |
| Neither English nor French | 55 |
| English and French | 20 |
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 | 82.6% | 92.6% |
| Non-official languages | 14.2% | 5.2% |
| French | 0.9% | 0.1% |
Religion
Puslinch is predominantly Christian. About 4,385 of its population is Christian (2,160 males and 2,160 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 3.9% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Hindu, both represent 3.4% and 1.1% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.2% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 55.5% |
| Sikh | 3.9% |
| Islam | 3.4% |
| Hindu | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.2% |
Points of Interest in Puslinch
Schools
- Saginaw Public School
- St. Margaret Catholic Elementary School
- St. Michael Catholic School
- Sir Isaac Brock Public School
- Gateway Drive Public School
Universities
Parks
- Parkette
- Puslinch Lake (PCA) community picnic tables & firepit
- Lion's Can-Amera Park
- Exhibition Park
- Hillcrest Park
- Puslinch Community Park
- A. Wayne Taylor Park
- Witmer Park
- Starview Crescent Park
- Sculpture Park
- Conservatory Gardens
- Lee Street Park
- Steffler Park
- Woodland Glen Park
- Franchetto Park
- St. George's Park
- Rickson Park
- Oak Street Park
- Yewholme Park
- Colonial Drive Park
- Clair Park
- Springdale Park
- Deerpath Park
- Centennial Park
- Dovercliffe Park
- Howitt Park
Libraries
- Cambridge Public Library - Clemens Mill
- Wellington Law Library
- Guelph Public Library - Scottsdale Branch
- Guelph Public Library - West End Branch
- Guelph Public Library - Bullfrog Mall Branch
- Wellington County Library - Puslinch Branch
- Hamilton Public Library - Freelton Branch
- Guelph Public Library - Westminister Square Branch
- Guelph Public Library - Main Branch
- McLaughlin Library
Community Centres
- Mountsberg Community Hall
- West End Community Centre
- DIYode Workshop
- Guelph Black Heritage Society
- Out on the Shelf
- Portuguese Club of Cambridge
- Italian Canadian Club
Places to Visit in Puslinch
Museums
Attractions
Historic Sites
- McCrae
- Roll of Honour
- The Portico
- Susan Bard
- Marianne Goulden Memorial
- Joseph Wolfond
- Dominion Public Building
- McQuillan's Bridge
- Drill Hall
- Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Church
- Ontario Court of Justice
- Goldie Mill
- Allan's Mill
Stadiums
Theatres
Green Spaces in Puslinch
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parkette | Parks | — |
| Puslinch Lake (PCA) community picnic tables & firepit | Parks | — |
| Lion's Can-Amera Park | Parks | 6.6 ha |
| Exhibition Park | Parks | 12.9 ha |
| Hillcrest Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Puslinch Community Park | Parks | 5.9 ha |
| A. Wayne Taylor Park | Parks | 3.0 ha |
| Witmer Park | Parks | 2.1 ha |
| Starview Crescent Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Sculpture Park | Parks | 1.5 ha |
| Conservatory Gardens | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Lee Street Park | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Puslinch Lake Irish Creek Research Area | Nature Reserves | — |
| Robert Edmondson Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 31.9 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puslinch
According to the 2021 census, Puslinch has a population of approximately 7,944 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Puslinch increased by 8.29%.
Puslinch has a population density of approximately 37.00 people per square kilometre.
Puslinch covers a land area of approximately 214.82 km².
The median age of the population in Puslinch is 49.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Puslinch is English.
The median household income in Puslinch is $133,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Puslinch.
Christian is the predominant religion in Puslinch.
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.