Terrace Bay, Ontario Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Terrace Bay. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 151.50 km2. The town has a population density of 10.10 people per km2.

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

Terrace Bay on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Terrace Bay has a population of around 1,528 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Terrace Bay has decreased by ▼ -5.15%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
1,6111,528 --5.15%

2026 Population Projection

Terrace Bay's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 1,528 people recorded in the 2021 census.

Terrace Bay Population Trend & Context

Terrace Bay is the 254th-largest town in Ontario, with a 2021 census population of 1,528 — a decline of 83 (▼ 5.15%) people from the 1,611 recorded in 2016.

The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Ontario towns. The town's median age of 48.8 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Terrace Bay compare to other Ontario towns?

Population By Genders

The male population of Terrace Bay is around 790 while the female population is around 740.

Of the 1,528 total population in Terrace Bay, the largest gender is male with around 790 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
790740 -6.33%

Is Terrace Bay a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

9.0%
Unemployment rate
3.2 pts below the province
49.4%
Employment rate
5.7 pts below the province
54.3%
Participation rate
8.5 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$86,000
Median household income
$5,000 below the province
6.8%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
3.3 pts below the province

Commute

92.2%
Commute under 30 minutes
30.2 pts above the province
88.7%
Commute by car
5.1 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
8.6 pts below the province

Housing Character

86.6%
Single-detached houses
33.0 pts above the province
9.9%
Apartments (any building size)
21.3 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.50people below the province
36.4%
One-person households
9.9 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Terrace Bay Population Compared to Ontario

Ontario's population in 2021 was 14,223,942, spread across the area. Here's how Terrace Bay compares to the town's key indicators:

IndicatorTerrace BayOntario
Median household income$86,000$91,000
Unemployment rate9.0%12.2%
Median age48.841.6
Bachelor's degree or higher15.8%33.4%
Immigrants (%)11.7%30.0%

Population by Age Characteristics

Terrace Bay has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 11.10% of the total population. The town median age is 48.80.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years100 12.70%75 10.10% 25.00%170 11.10%
65 to 69 years70 8.90%65 8.80% 7.14%140 9.20%
55 to 59 years65 8.20%70 9.50% 7.14%130 8.50%
30 to 34 years55 7.00%55 7.40% 0.00%110 7.20%
35 to 39 years55 7.00%55 7.40% 0.00%110 7.20%
70 to 74 years55 7.00%40 5.40% 27.27%95 6.20%
10 to 14 years45 5.70%45 6.10% 0.00%90 5.90%
40 to 44 years50 6.30%40 5.40% 20.00%90 5.90%
5 to 9 years40 5.10%40 5.40% 0.00%80 5.20%
25 to 29 years35 4.40%35 4.70% 0.00%70 4.60%
50 to 54 years35 4.40%35 4.70% 0.00%70 4.60%
0 to 4 years35 4.40%30 4.10% 14.29%65 4.20%
75 to 79 years35 4.40%25 3.40% 28.57%65 4.20%
45 to 49 years30 3.80%30 4.10% 0.00%60 3.90%
15 to 19 years30 3.80%25 3.40% 16.67%50 3.30%
Median age of the population48 48.40%49 48.80% 0.00%49 48.80%
Average age of the population45 45.40%46 46.20% 2.16%46 45.80%
20 to 24 years25 3.20%15 2.00% 40.00%45 2.90%
80 to 84 years15 1.90%25 3.40% 40.00%40 2.60%
85 years and over10 1.30%30 4.10% 66.67%40 2.60%

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 59.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 24.20% and 15.70%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
0 to 14 years15.20%16.20%15.70%

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Population of Terrace Bay by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Terrace Bay is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Terrace Bay is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Terrace Bay are French, which accounts for 25.75% of the total population, followed by English (24.08%), Irish (21.07%), Scottish (16.05%), and German (11.04%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Terrace Bay include Canadian, Ukrainian, Italian, Finnish, and First Nations (North American Indian).

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
French25.17%25.85%25.75%
English26.49%22.45%24.08%
Irish19.21%22.45%21.07%
Scottish13.91%19.05%16.05%
German9.27%12.24%11.04%
Canadian9.93%8.84%9.70%
Ukrainian8.61%6.80%7.69%
Italian5.30%8.16%6.35%
Finnish7.28%5.44%6.35%
First Nations (North American Indian)5.96%6.12%6.02%

Immigration Profile

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

About 11.7% of Terrace Bay's population are immigrants (175 people).

The top countries of origin for Terrace Bay's immigrant population are India (65), United Kingdom (30), Philippines (20), United States of America (10), Brazil (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
India65
United Kingdom30
Philippines20
United States of America10
Brazil0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 615 of Terrace Bay's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 19.25% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 18.20% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.60%, 4.55%, and 2.45%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons27519.25%
1 person26018.20%
3 persons805.60%
4 persons654.55%
5 or more persons352.45%

Income in Terrace Bay

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Terrace Bay is $49,600.

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 Terrace Bay population or around 180 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $100,000 to $149,999 with around 145 and 130 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Terrace Bay's median household income is $86,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Terrace Bay's median household income is 2,000 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 Terrace Bay

This data sheds light on the distribution of Terrace Bay 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.

52.00% or most of the Terrace Bay population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.95% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 15.75% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree5355201,06552.00%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate38535074035.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher15515532015.75%
No certificate, diploma or degree1759527512.80%

Below national average 15.8% of Terrace Bay's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Terrace Bay

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Terrace Bay. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Terrace Bay is at 4.86% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate49.39%
Unemployment rate4.86%

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 Terrace Bay's population (around 80.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 20 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 40.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed201540

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Terrace Bay has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 13%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing1454529%
Health care and social assistance07513%
Transportation and warehousing60011%
Retail trade10458%
Educational services10458%
Accommodation and food services10307%
Public administration10104%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction2504%
Construction10154%
Other services (except public administration)2003%
Professional, scientific and technical services1502%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0102%
Information and cultural industries0102%
Finance and insurance0102%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Terrace Bay: -33 Manufacturing (29%), Health care and social assistance (13%), -49 Transportation and warehousing (11%)

Top occupation categories in Terrace Bay: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (28%), Sales and service occupations (22%), Occupations in manufacturing and utilities (12%)

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 work24027050582.80%
No fixed workplace address65107011.50%
Worked at home030304.90%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Terrace Bay 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 minutes80.90%
15 to 29 minutes11.30%
60 minutes and over5.20%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Terrace Bayshed 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 Terrace Bay's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
63.04%
Married or living common-law
36.96%

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 Terrace Bay. About 1,425 people living in the province speak English, 65 people speak French, 5 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English1,425
French65
English and French5
Neither English nor French5

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
English85.9%93.6%
Non-official languages7.7%2.7%
French4.4%1.0%

Religion

Terrace Bay is predominantly Christian. About 850 of its population is Christian (415 males and 415 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 5.4% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Buddhist, both represent 1.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian56.9%
Hindu5.4%
Islam1.0%
Buddhist0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Sikh0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Terrace Bay

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Terrace Bay has a population of 1,528 people, making it the 254th town in Ontario. The population declined significantly from 1,611 in 2016, a decrease of 83 people or 5.15%. The town has a population density of 10.1 people per km² across a land area of 151.50 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Terrace Bay's population declined by 5.15% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,611 to 1,528 people, a loss of 83 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Ontario towns during this period. The median age of 48.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (36.4%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.

Terrace Bay has a population density of approximately 10.10 people per square kilometre.

Terrace Bay covers a land area of approximately 151.50 km².

The median age of the population in Terrace Bay is 48.80 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Terrace Bay is French.

The median household income in Terrace Bay is $86,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Terrace Bay.

Christian is the predominant religion in Terrace Bay.

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.