Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Laurier-Station has a population of around 2,570 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Laurier-Station has decreased by ▼ -0.12%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,573 | 2,570 | --0.12% |
2026 Population Projection
Laurier-Station's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 2,570 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Laurier-Station Population Trend & Context
Laurier-Station had a 2021 census population of 2,570 — a decline of 3 (▼ 0.12%) people from the 2,573 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Quebec villages. The village's median age of 46 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 Laurier-Station is around 1,270 while the female population is around 1,300.
Of the 2,570 total population in Laurier-Station, the largest gender is female with around 1,300 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,270 | 1,300 | -2.31% |
Is Laurier-Station a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Laurier-Station 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.
Laurier-Station Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Laurier-Station compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Laurier-Station | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,500 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 46 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 10.9% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 1.2% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Laurier-Station has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.40% of the total population. The village median age is 46.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 100 7.90% | 110 8.50% | 9.09% | 215 8.40% |
| 60 to 64 years | 120 9.40% | 95 7.30% | 20.83% | 215 8.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 90 7.10% | 95 7.30% | 5.26% | 185 7.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 85 6.70% | 85 6.50% | 0.00% | 165 6.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 85 6.70% | 70 5.40% | 17.65% | 160 6.20% |
| 50 to 54 years | 75 5.90% | 85 6.50% | 11.76% | 155 6.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 75 5.90% | 75 5.80% | 0.00% | 150 5.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 80 6.30% | 70 5.40% | 12.50% | 150 5.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 65 5.10% | 85 6.50% | 23.53% | 150 5.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 65 5.10% | 80 6.20% | 18.75% | 140 5.40% |
| 20 to 24 years | 70 5.50% | 65 5.00% | 7.14% | 135 5.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 80 6.30% | 55 4.20% | 31.25% | 130 5.10% |
| 45 to 49 years | 60 4.70% | 70 5.40% | 14.29% | 130 5.10% |
| 75 to 79 years | 60 4.70% | 60 4.60% | 0.00% | 125 4.90% |
| 15 to 19 years | 55 4.30% | 65 5.00% | 15.38% | 120 4.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 65 5.10% | 50 3.80% | 23.08% | 115 4.50% |
Broader Age Groups
If the village'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 60.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 22.80% and 16.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Laurier-Station are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 63.00% | 58.50% | 60.90% |
| 65 years and over | 20.50% | 25.00% | 22.80% |
| 0 to 14 years | 16.50% | 16.20% | 16.30% |
Population of Laurier-Station by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Laurier-Station is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Laurier-Station is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Laurier-Station are Canadian, which accounts for 48.68% of the total population, followed by French (18.46%), French Canadian (9.33%), Christian, n.i.e. (4.06%), and Irish (2.43%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Laurier-Station include English, Acadian, Caucasian (White), Moroccan, and Scottish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 46.96% | 50.41% | 48.68% |
| French | 17.41% | 19.11% | 18.46% |
| French Canadian | 9.31% | 9.35% | 9.33% |
| Christian, n.i.e. | 4.05% | 3.66% | 4.06% |
| Irish | 3.24% | 1.22% | 2.43% |
| English | 0.81% | 2.03% | 1.62% |
| Acadian | 1.21% | 0.00% | 1.01% |
| Caucasian (White) | 1.21% | 0.00% | 0.81% |
| Moroccan | 1.62% | 0.00% | 0.81% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.61% |
Indigenous Identity in Laurier-Station
About 1.21% of Laurier-Station's population (30 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 98.79% 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 Laurier-Station's population profile.
About 1.2% of Laurier-Station's population are immigrants (30 people).
The top countries of origin for Laurier-Station's immigrant population are Morocco (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Morocco | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
97.2% of Laurier-Station's residents (2,400 people) are Canadian citizens, and 2.8% are not.
By generation status, 4.1% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 2.4% are second generation, and 93.7% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 655 of Laurier-Station's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.90% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.90% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.20%, 5.55%, and 2.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 425 | 18.90% |
| 1 person | 380 | 16.90% |
| 4 persons | 140 | 6.20% |
| 3 persons | 125 | 5.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 60 | 2.65% |
Family and Household Structure in Laurier-Station
Of census families in Laurier-Station, 89.0% are couple families and 11.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
33.3% of households in Laurier-Station are one-person households, 57.3% are couple-family households, 6.7% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 375 | 33.3% |
| Couple-family households | 645 | 57.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 75 | 6.7% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Laurier-Station
Analyzing income distribution in Laurier-Station can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Laurier-Station is $40,000.
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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Laurier-Station population or around 450 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 390 and 320 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Laurier-Station's median household income is $67,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Laurier-Station's median household income is 16,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the village'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 village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Laurier-Station
This data sheds light on the distribution of Laurier-Station 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.
60.00% or most of the Laurier-Station population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 21.20% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 18.50% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 | 400 | 380 | 780 | 60.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 175 | 100 | 275 | 21.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 110 | 125 | 240 | 18.50% |
Below national average 12.3% of Laurier-Station's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Laurier-Station
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Laurier-Station. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Laurier-Station is at 3.15% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 66.91% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.15% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Laurier-Station, 34.9% worked full year full time in the reference year, 35.4% worked part year and/or part time, and 29.8% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 720 | 34.9% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 730 | 35.4% |
| Did not work | 615 | 29.8% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Laurier-Station's population (around 78.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 65 men and 50 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 120.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 65 | 50 | 120 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Laurier-Station industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Laurier-Station is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Laurier-Station has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Construction sector comes second at 13%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 280 | 80 | 25% |
| Construction | 140 | 45 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 145 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 35 | 95 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 85 | 25 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 45 | 35 | 6% |
| Public administration | 20 | 55 | 5% |
| Accommodation and food services | 20 | 45 | 5% |
| Finance and insurance | 10 | 30 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 20 | 25 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 25 | 15 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 20 | 10 | 2% |
| Educational services | 0 | 30 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 25 | 0 | 2% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 15 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Laurier-Station residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Laurier-Station: Manufacturing (25%), Construction (13%), Health care and social assistance (11%)
Top occupation categories in Laurier-Station: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (28%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (17%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 | 575 | 535 | 1,110 | 80.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 125 | 50 | 170 | 12.30% |
| Worked at home | 50 | 50 | 100 | 7.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Laurier-Station 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 Laurier-Station residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Laurier-Station spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 46.70% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 26.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 16.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 6.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Laurier-Station 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Laurier-Station's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights village'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 Laurier-Station. About 2,515 people living in the village speak French, 25 people speak English, 10 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 2,515 |
| English | 25 |
| English and French | 10 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 20.9% of Laurier-Station's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.2% know English only, 78.5% know French only, and 0.2% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 5 | 0.2% |
| French only | 2,005 | 78.5% |
| English and French | 535 | 20.9% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 0.2% |
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 | 97.5% | 98.2% |
| Non-official languages | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| English | 0.8% | 0.4% |
Religion
Laurier-Station is predominantly Christian. About 1,925 of its population is Christian (960 males and 965 females).
The second largest religion in the village is Muslim with 2.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Hindu, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Jewish represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 77.9% |
| Islam | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Laurier-Station
Parks
Green Spaces in Laurier-Station
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc des Alliances | Parks | 7.7 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Villages to Laurier-Station
- Sainte-Petronille 51.1 km · 1,055 people
- Tring-Jonction 57.3 km · 1,526 people
- Saint-Pierre 57.5 km · 286 people
- Saint-Celestin 71.3 km · 892 people
- Lac-Poulin 79.6 km · 171 people
- Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Conseil 80.9 km · 1,708 people
- La Guadeloupe 83.6 km · 1,805 people
- Grandes-Piles 85.1 km · 493 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Laurier-Station
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Laurier-Station has a population of 2,570 people, making it the 195th village in Quebec. The population declined slightly from 2,573 in 2016, a decrease of 3 people or 0.12%. The village has a population density of 211.3 people per km² across a land area of 12.16 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Laurier-Station's population declined by 0.12% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 2,573 to 2,570 people, a loss of 3 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Quebec villages during this period. The median age of 46.00 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (33.8%) 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.
Laurier-Station has a population density of approximately 211.30 people per square kilometre.
Laurier-Station covers a land area of approximately 12.16 km².
The median age of the population in Laurier-Station is 46.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Laurier-Station is Canadian.
The median household income in Laurier-Station is $67,500, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Laurier-Station.
Christian is the predominant religion in Laurier-Station.
According to the 2021 Census, 1.2% of Laurier-Station's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
97.2% of Laurier-Station's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 11.0% of census families in Laurier-Station, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Laurier-Station, per the 2021 Census.
20.9% of Laurier-Station'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 Laurier-Station, 34.9% 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.