Russell, Ontario Population Data & Demographics

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Russell. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 198.78 km2. The town has a population density of 98.60 people per km2.

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

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Russell has a population of around 19,598 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has increased by 18.63%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
16,52019,598 +18.63%

Population By Genders

The male population of Russell is around 9,670 while the female population is around 9,930.

Of the 19,598 total population in Russell, the largest gender is female with around 9,930 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
9,6709,930 +2.62%

Population by Age Characteristics

Russell has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.10% of the total population. The town median age is 39.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
55 to 59 years805 8.30%770 7.80% 4.35%1,580 8.10%
35 to 39 years735 7.60%760 7.70% 3.29%1,495 7.60%
30 to 34 years660 6.80%730 7.40% 9.59%1,390 7.10%
60 to 64 years670 6.90%720 7.30% 6.94%1,390 7.10%
40 to 44 years675 7.00%665 6.70% 1.48%1,340 6.80%
10 to 14 years695 7.20%630 6.30% 9.35%1,330 6.80%
50 to 54 years630 6.50%690 6.90% 8.70%1,320 6.70%
5 to 9 years645 6.70%660 6.60% 2.27%1,305 6.70%
45 to 49 years615 6.40%675 6.80% 8.89%1,295 6.60%
0 to 4 years620 6.40%605 6.10% 2.42%1,225 6.30%
15 to 19 years625 6.50%565 5.70% 9.60%1,190 6.10%
65 to 69 years500 5.20%590 5.90% 15.25%1,090 5.60%
25 to 29 years535 5.50%525 5.30% 1.87%1,060 5.40%
20 to 24 years450 4.70%435 4.40% 3.33%880 4.50%
70 to 74 years390 4.00%380 3.80% 2.56%770 3.90%
75 to 79 years220 2.30%225 2.30% 2.22%445 2.30%
80 to 84 years120 1.20%140 1.40% 14.29%265 1.40%
85 years and over75 0.80%165 1.70% 54.55%245 1.30%
85 to 89 years60 0.60%95 1.00% 36.84%155 0.80%
90 to 94 years20 0.20%55 0.60% 63.64%75 0.40%
Median age of the population39 39.20%40 40.40% 2.48%40 39.60%

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 66.00% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 19.70% and 14.30%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
Average age of the population38.80%40.00%39.40%
0 to 14 years20.30%19.10%19.70%
65 years and over13.50%15.10%14.30%

Population of Russell by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Russell is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Russell 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 Canadian, which accounts for 25.69% of the total population, followed by French (25.69%), Irish (21.12%), Scottish (17.00%), and English (14.84%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, French Canadian, Dutch, Caucasian (White), and Italian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian25.70%25.70%25.69%
French25.18%26.21%25.69%
Irish20.72%21.47%21.12%
Scottish17.39%16.68%17.00%
English14.64%15.04%14.84%
German7.27%7.24%7.23%
French Canadian6.33%6.27%6.30%
Dutch4.88%4.23%4.55%
Caucasian (White)4.21%4.18%4.19%
Italian3.43%3.82%3.65%

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 5,705 of Russell's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.50% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 9.30% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.75%, 8.75%, and 4.65%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons2,67018.50%
4 persons1,3459.30%
1 person1,2658.75%
3 persons1,2658.75%
5 or more persons6704.65%

Income in Russell

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Russell is $57,600.

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 Russell population or around 11,650 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 8,035 and 7,670 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Russell's median household income is $123,000, according to 2020 data.

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 Russell

This data sheds light on the distribution of Russell 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.

66.25% or most of the Russell population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.65% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 24.75% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 8.95% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree8,3508,89517,25066.25%
Bachelor's degree or higher2,8504,0706,91526.65%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate3,2453,3956,64024.75%
No certificate, diploma or degree1,3751,1552,5308.95%

Employment in Russell

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Russell. 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 3.82% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate67.20%
Unemployment rate3.82%

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 Russell's population (around 76.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 820 men and 425 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,245.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed8204251,245

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Russell has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 12%, followed by Construction at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration1,1501,20021%
Health care and social assistance2501,06512%
Construction1,13015012%
Retail trade57051510%
Educational services2956609%
Professional, scientific and technical services4253057%
Transportation and warehousing2951504%
Other services (except public administration)1852254%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services2501404%
Manufacturing2351353%
Finance and insurance1302203%
Accommodation and food services1402053%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting150552%
Wholesale trade140452%
Information and cultural industries135402%
Arts, entertainment and recreation100702%
Real estate and rental and leasing60601%
Utilities70101%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1500%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

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 work2,8952,7055,60053.50%
Worked at home1,5152,0903,60034.40%
No fixed workplace address1,0701851,25011.90%
Worked outside Canada1010150.10%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Russell 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
30 to 44 minutes39.60%
Less than 15 minutes25.30%
15 to 29 minutes22.20%
45 to 59 minutes9.50%
60 minutes and over3.50%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
67.99%
Married or living common-law
32.01%

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 Russell. About 11,670 people living in the province speak English, 7,560 people speak French, 260 people speak English and French language, and 30 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English11,670
French7,560
English and French260
Neither English nor French30

Religion

Russell is predominantly Christian. About 13,850 of its population is Christian (6,665 males and 6,665 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 1.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Buddhist, both represent 0.2% and 0.2% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.2% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian71.2%
Islam1.0%
Hindu0.2%
Buddhist0.2%
Sikh0.2%
Jewish0.1%