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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Marieville. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 63.23 km2. The town has a population density of 179.20 people per km2.

We highlight the Marieville 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, Marieville has a population of around 11,332 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Marieville has increased by ▲ 5.66%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
10,72511,332 +5.66%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.11% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Marieville's population is projected to reach approximately 11,973 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 189.36 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
11,33211,973189.36

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.

Marieville Population Trend & Context

Marieville had a 2021 census population of 11,332 — an increase of 607 (▲ 5.66%) people from the 10,725 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 40 years closely mirrors the national median of 41.9, suggesting a demographic profile in line with the Canadian average.

Population By Genders

The male population of Marieville is around 5,605 while the female population is around 5,730.

Of the 11,332 total population in Marieville, the largest gender is female with around 5,730 female within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
5,6055,730 +2.18%

Is Marieville a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

4.7%
Unemployment rate
2.9 pts below the province
68.2%
Employment rate
8.9 pts above the province
71.6%
Participation rate
7.5 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$78,000
Median household income
$5,500 above the province
8.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
3.9 pts below the province

Commute

56.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
10.2 pts below the province
92.0%
Commute by car
9.6 pts above the province
1.3%
Commute by public transit
7.7 pts below the province

Housing Character

50.8%
Single-detached houses
6.2 pts above the province
32.7%
Apartments (any building size)
13.7 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.40 people
Average household size
0.20people above the province
29.8%
One-person households
5.3 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Marieville Population Compared to Quebec

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

IndicatorMarievilleQuebec
Median household income$78,000$72,500
Unemployment rate4.7%7.6%
Median age4043.2
Bachelor's degree or higher13.2%26.5%
Immigrants (%)3.0%14.6%

Population by Age Characteristics

Marieville has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 40 to 44 years old, accounting for 7.50% of the total population. The town median age is 40.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
40 to 44 years420 7.50%430 7.50% 2.33%845 7.50%
30 to 34 years415 7.40%430 7.50% 3.49%840 7.40%
35 to 39 years425 7.60%420 7.30% 1.18%840 7.40%
10 to 14 years400 7.10%405 7.10% 1.23%805 7.10%
5 to 9 years385 6.90%395 6.90% 2.53%780 6.90%
55 to 59 years400 7.10%385 6.70% 3.75%775 6.80%
60 to 64 years370 6.60%375 6.50% 1.33%750 6.60%
0 to 4 years350 6.20%360 6.30% 2.78%710 6.30%
25 to 29 years340 6.10%355 6.20% 4.23%695 6.10%
45 to 49 years350 6.20%310 5.40% 11.43%660 5.80%
65 to 69 years310 5.50%325 5.70% 4.62%630 5.60%
50 to 54 years300 5.40%330 5.80% 9.09%620 5.50%
15 to 19 years300 5.40%275 4.80% 8.33%575 5.10%
70 to 74 years265 4.70%265 4.60% 0.00%530 4.70%
20 to 24 years220 3.90%225 3.90% 2.22%445 3.90%
75 to 79 years190 3.40%170 3.00% 10.53%360 3.20%
80 to 84 years100 1.80%130 2.30% 23.08%235 2.10%
85 years and over70 1.20%150 2.60% 53.33%225 2.00%
85 to 89 years50 0.90%90 1.60% 44.44%140 1.20%

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 62.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 20.30% and 17.40%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
15 to 64 years63.00%61.50%62.30%
0 to 14 years20.20%20.20%20.30%
65 years and over16.80%18.20%17.40%

Population of Marieville by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Marieville is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Marieville 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 Marieville are Canadian, which accounts for 39.24% of the total population, followed by French (22.84%), French Canadian (7.97%), Irish (4.30%), and First Nations (North American Indian) (2.67%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Marieville include Caucasian (White), Italian, European, German, and Scottish.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian37.55%40.78%39.24%
French24.27%21.43%22.84%
French Canadian7.64%8.23%7.97%
Irish3.73%4.88%4.30%
First Nations (North American Indian)2.73%2.71%2.67%
Caucasian (White)2.18%2.08%2.17%
Italian2.55%1.54%1.99%
European1.55%1.81%1.68%
German1.82%1.27%1.59%
Scottish1.27%1.18%1.22%

Indigenous Identity in Marieville

About 2.36% of Marieville's population (260 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 97.64% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 35 people (0.30% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
2.36%
Non-Indigenous identity
97.64%

Immigration Profile

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

About 3.0% of Marieville's population are immigrants (330 people).

The top countries of origin for Marieville's immigrant population are France (55), Colombia (35), Morocco (30), Haiti (15), Peru (15).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
France55
Colombia35
Morocco30
Haiti15
Peru15

98.1% of Marieville's residents (10,830 people) are Canadian citizens, and 1.8% are not.

By generation status, 4.5% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 3.9% are second generation, and 91.6% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 2,375 of Marieville's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.45% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.90% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.15%, 6.95%, and 3.55%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons1,63017.45%
1 person1,39514.90%
3 persons6707.15%
4 persons6506.95%
5 or more persons3303.55%

Family and Household Structure in Marieville

Of census families in Marieville, 83.4% are couple families and 16.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.

Couple families
83.36%
One-parent families
16.64%

29.8% of households in Marieville are one-person households, 53.3% are couple-family households, 10.3% are one-parent-family households, and 1.5% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households1,39529.8%
Couple-family households2,49553.3%
One-parent-family households48010.3%
Multigenerational households701.5%

Income in Marieville

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Marieville is $44,400.

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 Marieville population or around 1,790 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 1,545 and 1,460 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Marieville's median household income is $78,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Marieville's median household income is 6,000 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 Marieville

This data sheds light on the distribution of Marieville 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.

62.30% or most of the Marieville population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 22.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 15.00% 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.)

Population aged 25 to 64 years, using 25% sample data. Individual values may not sum exactly to totals due to Statistics Canada's random rounding.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree1,7202,0403,75562.30%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate7206451,36022.60%
No certificate, diploma or degree60529590515.00%

Below national average 14.8% of Marieville's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Marieville

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

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Marieville is at 4.72% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate68.23%
Unemployment rate4.72%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Marieville, 39.4% worked full year full time in the reference year, 31.4% worked part year and/or part time, and 29.3% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time3,44039.4%
Worked part year and/or part time2,74031.4%
Did not work2,55529.3%

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 Marieville's population (around 79.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 350 men and 245 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 595.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed350245595

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Marieville has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 13%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Manufacturing73534517%
Retail trade36545013%
Health care and social assistance7071013%
Construction57014011%
Educational services1003507%
Other services (except public administration)1601655%
Public administration1551054%
Wholesale trade160954%
Transportation and warehousing190554%
Professional, scientific and technical services1201104%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting165604%
Accommodation and food services851253%
Finance and insurance551153%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services100553%
Real estate and rental and leasing45502%
Information and cultural industries40301%
Arts, entertainment and recreation35201%
Utilities3001%
Management of companies and enterprises0100%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Marieville: Manufacturing (17%), Retail trade (13%), Health care and social assistance (13%)

Top occupation categories in Marieville: Sales and service occupations (22%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)

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 work2,0202,2254,24571.20%
Worked at home35053588514.80%
No fixed workplace address69012582013.80%
Worked outside Canada100100.20%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Marieville 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 minutes30.60%
30 to 44 minutes27.90%
15 to 29 minutes25.50%
45 to 59 minutes9.10%
60 minutes and over7.10%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
60.38%
Married or living common-law
39.62%

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 Marieville. About 10,830 people living in the town speak French, 235 people speak English, 70 people speak English and French language, and 60 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French10,830
English235
English and French70
Neither English nor French60

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 35.9% of Marieville's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 0.3% know English only, 63.4% know French only, and 0.5% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only300.3%
French only7,09563.4%
English and French4,01535.9%
Neither English nor French550.5%

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
French94.6%96.0%
Non-official languages2.5%1.2%
English1.7%1.7%

Religion

Marieville is predominantly Christian. About 7,130 of its population is Christian (3,515 males and 3,610 females).

The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 0.8% 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian64.6%
Islam0.8%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Marieville

Schools

Parks

Libraries

Community Centres

Green Spaces in Marieville

Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.

Nearest Towns to Marieville

Frequently Asked Questions about Marieville

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Marieville has a population of 11,332 people, making it the 95th town in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 10,725 in 2016, an increase of 607 people or 5.66%. The town has a population density of 179.2 people per km² across a land area of 63.23 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Marieville's population grew by 5.66% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 10,725 to 11,332 people, a gain of 607 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 40.00 years suggests a mature, established community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.

Marieville has a population density of approximately 179.20 people per square kilometre.

Marieville covers a land area of approximately 63.23 km².

The median age of the population in Marieville is 40.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Marieville is Canadian.

The median household income in Marieville is $78,000, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Marieville.

Christian is the predominant religion in Marieville.

According to the 2021 Census, 2.4% of Marieville's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

98.1% of Marieville's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 16.6% of census families in Marieville, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 1.5% of all households in Marieville, per the 2021 Census.

35.9% of Marieville'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 Marieville, 39.4% 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.