Kebaowek, Quebec Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Kebaowek. It is a indian reserve in Canada that encompasses a land area of 0.57 km2. The indian reserve has a population density of 572.30 people per km2.

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

Kebaowek on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Kebaowek has a population of around 326 people. The indian reserve's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Kebaowek has increased by ▲ 12.03%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
291326 +12.03%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.30% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Kebaowek's population is projected to reach approximately 365 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 640.35 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
326365640.35

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.

Kebaowek Population Trend & Context

Kebaowek is the 63rd-largest indian reserve in Quebec, with a 2021 census population of 326 — an increase of 35 (▲ 12.03%) people from the 291 recorded in 2016.

The indian reserve's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec indian reserves. The indian reserve's median age of 49.6 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Kebaowek compare to other Quebec indian reserves?

Population By Genders

The male population of Kebaowek is around 155 while the female population is around 170.

Of the 326 total population in Kebaowek, the largest gender is female with around 170 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
155170 +8.82%

Is Kebaowek a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

12.1%
Unemployment rate
4.5 pts above the province
53.4%
Employment rate
5.9 pts below the province
56.9%
Participation rate
7.2 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$61,200
Median household income
$11,300 below the province
14.4%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
2.5 pts above the province

Commute

93.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
26.8 pts above the province
79.3%
Commute by car
3.1 pts below the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
9.0 pts below the province

Housing Character

69.0%
Single-detached houses
24.4 pts above the province
3.4%
Apartments (any building size)
43.0 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.20 people
Average household size
About the same as the province
40.0%
One-person households
4.9 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Kebaowek Population Compared to Quebec

Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Kebaowek compares to the indian reserve's key indicators:

IndicatorKebaowekQuebec
Median household income$61,200$72,500
Unemployment rate12.1%7.6%
Median age49.643.2
Bachelor's degree or higher4.4%26.5%
Immigrants (%)0.0%14.6%

Population by Age Characteristics

Kebaowek has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 50 to 54 years old, accounting for 12.30% of the total population. The indian reserve median age is 49.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population50 50.00%50 49.60% 2.00%50 49.60%
Average age of the population46 45.60%45 45.20% 0.00%46 45.50%
50 to 54 years20 12.90%20 11.80% 0.00%40 12.30%
45 to 49 years15 9.70%15 8.80% 0.00%30 9.20%
60 to 64 years10 6.50%25 14.70% 60.00%30 9.20%
55 to 59 years15 9.70%15 8.80% 0.00%25 7.70%
20 to 24 years10 6.50%10 5.90% 0.00%20 6.20%
65 to 69 years15 9.70%5 2.90% 66.67%20 6.20%
70 to 74 years10 6.50%15 8.80% 33.33%20 6.20%
5 to 9 years10 6.50%5 2.90% 50.00%15 4.60%
10 to 14 years5 3.20%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.60%
15 to 19 years5 3.20%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.60%
25 to 29 years10 6.50%10 5.90% 0.00%15 4.60%
30 to 34 years5 3.20%10 5.90% 50.00%15 4.60%
35 to 39 years5 3.20%5 2.90% 0.00%15 4.60%
40 to 44 years10 6.50%5 2.90% 50.00%10 3.10%
75 to 79 years5 3.20%0 0.00% 100.00%10 3.10%
0 to 4 years0 0.00%10 5.90% 100.00%5 1.50%
80 to 84 years5 3.20%0 0.00% 100.00%5 1.50%

Broader Age Groups

If the indian reserve'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 67.70% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 67.70% and 20.00%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Kebaowek

Population of Kebaowek by Ethnicity and Origin

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

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Kebaowek are Algonquin, which accounts for 48.48% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (27.27%), French (13.64%), Irish (7.58%), and Scottish (6.06%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Kebaowek include Cree, North American Indigenous, Canadian, English, and French Canadian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Algonquin46.88%50.00%48.48%
First Nations (North American Indian)28.13%26.47%27.27%
French9.38%14.71%13.64%
Irish9.38%8.82%7.58%
Scottish6.25%5.88%6.06%
Cree6.25%5.88%6.06%
North American Indigenous0.00%8.82%6.06%
Canadian6.25%5.88%4.55%
English0.00%0.00%4.55%
French Canadian6.25%0.00%4.55%

Immigration Profile

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

About 0.0% of Kebaowek's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Kebaowek's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0
Haiti0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 100 of Kebaowek's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 20.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 16.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.65%, 3.35%, and 3.35%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person6020.00%
2 persons5016.65%
3 persons206.65%
4 persons103.35%
5 or more persons103.35%

Income in Kebaowek

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Kebaowek is $33,600.

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 indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Kebaowek population or around 55 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 35 and 30 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Kebaowek's median household income is $61,200, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Kebaowek's median household income is 22,800 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the indian reserve'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 indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Kebaowek

This data sheds light on the distribution of Kebaowek 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.

50.05% or most of the Kebaowek population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.95% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, 20.90% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 4.35% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree11512023550.05%
No certificate, diploma or degree805513526.95%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate307510020.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher020204.35%

Below national average 4.4% of Kebaowek's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Kebaowek

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

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Kebaowek is at 6.90% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate53.45%
Unemployment rate6.90%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Kebaowek's population (around 70.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the indian reserve, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10010

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Kebaowek has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (27%) works in the public administration sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 15%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Public administration252027%
Manufacturing201015%
Health care and social assistance01512%
Retail trade0109%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1006%
Construction1006%
Educational services0106%
Other services (except public administration)1006%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing0100%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Kebaowek: Public administration (27%), -33 Manufacturing (15%), Health care and social assistance (12%)

Top occupation categories in Kebaowek: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (27%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (24%), Sales and service occupations (21%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the indian reserve. 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 work657013590.00%
No fixed workplace address1501510.00%
Worked at home010106.70%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Kebaowek spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the indian reserve.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes65.50%
15 to 29 minutes27.60%
30 to 44 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%
60 minutes and over0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Kebaowekshed 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 indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Kebaowek's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
50.00%
Married or living common-law
50.00%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights indian reserve'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 Kebaowek. About 300 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak French, 5 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English300
French20
English and French5
Neither English nor French0

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
English86.2%95.4%
French6.2%3.1%
Non-official languages1.5%1.5%

Religion

Kebaowek is predominantly Christian. About 225 of its population is Christian (115 males and 115 females).

The second largest religion in the province 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian68.2%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Other Indian Reserves in Quebec

Frequently Asked Questions about Kebaowek

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Kebaowek has a population of 326 people, making it the 63rd indian reserve in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 291 in 2016, an increase of 35 people or 12.03%. The indian reserve has a population density of 572.3 people per km² across a land area of 0.57 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Kebaowek's population grew by 12.03% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 291 to 326 people, a gain of 35 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec indian reserves during this period. The median age of 49.60 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (40.0%) 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.

Kebaowek has a population density of approximately 572.30 people per square kilometre.

Kebaowek covers a land area of approximately 0.57 km².

The median age of the population in Kebaowek is 49.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Kebaowek is Algonquin.

The median household income in Kebaowek is $61,200, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Kebaowek.

Christian is the predominant religion in Kebaowek.

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.