Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Barkmere has a population of around 81 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Barkmere has increased by ▲ 39.66%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 58 | 81 | +39.66% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.91% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Barkmere's population is projected to reach approximately 113 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 6.38 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 81 | 113 | 6.38 |
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.
Barkmere Population Trend & Context
Barkmere had a 2021 census population of 81 — an increase of 23 (▲ 39.66%) people from the 58 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec towns. The town's median age of 60.8 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Barkmere is around 40 while the female population is around 40.
Of the 81 total population in Barkmere, the largest gender is female with around 40 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | +0.00% |
Is Barkmere a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Barkmere compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Quebec, 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.
Barkmere Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Barkmere compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Barkmere | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 60.8 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.0% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Barkmere has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 75 to 79 years old, accounting for 25.00% of the total population. The town median age is 60.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 56.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 43.80% and 6.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Barkmere are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 40.00% | 40.00% | 80.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 62.50% | 50.00% | 56.30% |
| 15 to 64 years | 25.00% | 20.00% | 45.00% |
| 65 years and over | 50.00% | 37.50% | 43.80% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 15.00% | 35.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 6.30% |
| 0 to 14 years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.00% |
Population of Barkmere by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Barkmere is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Barkmere 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 Barkmere are French, which accounts for 27.27% of the total population, followed by Canadian (18.18%), Malay (0.00%), Goan (0.00%), and Bantu (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Barkmere include Tibetan, Zimbabwean, Burmese, Mongolian, and Azorean.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 40.00% | 50.00% | 27.27% |
| Canadian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 18.18% |
| Malay | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Goan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Bantu | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Tibetan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Zimbabwean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Burmese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mongolian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Azorean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Barkmere
About 0.00% of Barkmere's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Barkmere's population profile.
About 0.0% of Barkmere's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Barkmere's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
100.0% of Barkmere's residents (55 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 90.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 50 of Barkmere's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 20.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.00%, 5.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 25 | 25.00% |
| 2 persons | 20 | 20.00% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 5.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Barkmere
Of census families in Barkmere, 75.0% are couple families and 25.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.4 people.
60.0% of households in Barkmere are one-person households, 40.0% are couple-family households, 10.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 30 | 60.0% |
| Couple-family households | 20 | 40.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 10.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Barkmere
Analyzing income distribution in Barkmere can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Barkmere is $0.
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 Barkmere population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Barkmere's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Barkmere's median household income is 84,000 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 Barkmere
This data sheds light on the distribution of Barkmere 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.
100.00% or most of the Barkmere population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 0.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% has a No certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 0 | 15 | 100.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Barkmere's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Barkmere
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Barkmere. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Barkmere is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 40.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Barkmere, 0.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 40.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 60.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 0 | 0.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 20 | 40.0% |
| Did not work | 30 | 60.0% |
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 Barkmere's population (around 50.00%) are working self-employed as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Barkmere industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Barkmere is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Barkmere has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (0%) works in the sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 0%, followed by Utilities at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Barkmere residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Barkmere: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%), Utilities (0%)
Top occupation categories in Barkmere: Sales and service occupations (50%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Usual place of work | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Barkmere 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 Barkmere residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Barkmere 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 | 100.00% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Barkmere shed 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 Barkmere'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.
French is the most spoken official language in Barkmere. About 55 people living in the town speak French, 25 people speak English, 5 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 55 |
| English | 25 |
| English and French | 5 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 56.3% of Barkmere's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 6.3% know English only, 37.5% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 5 | 6.3% |
| French only | 30 | 37.5% |
| English and French | 45 | 56.3% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| French | 68.8% | 68.8% |
| English | 25.0% | 31.3% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Barkmere is predominantly Christian. About 40 of its population is Christian (20 males and 15 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Buddhist with 0.0% 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 | 80.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Barkmere
- Mont-Tremblant 12.9 km · 10,992 people
- Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts 23.3 km · 11,211 people
- Saint-Sauveur 34.3 km · 11,580 people
- Sainte-Adele 34.3 km · 14,010 people
- Brownsburg-Chatham 38.4 km · 7,247 people
- Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson 40.1 km · 3,367 people
- Prevost 42.0 km · 13,692 people
- Lachute 42.4 km · 14,100 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkmere
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Barkmere has a population of 81 people, making it the 299th town in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 58 in 2016, an increase of 23 people or 39.66%. The town has a population density of 4.6 people per km² across a land area of 17.72 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Barkmere's population grew by 39.66% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 58 to 81 people, a gain of 23 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 60.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (50.0%) 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.
Barkmere has a population density of approximately 4.60 people per square kilometre.
Barkmere covers a land area of approximately 17.72 km².
The median age of the population in Barkmere is 60.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Barkmere is French.
The median household income in Barkmere is $0, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Barkmere.
Christian is the predominant religion in Barkmere.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Barkmere's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Barkmere's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 25.0% of census families in Barkmere, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Barkmere, per the 2021 Census.
56.3% of Barkmere's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Barkmere, 0.0% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
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.