Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Pikogan has a population of around 540 people. The Indian reserve's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Pikogan has increased by ▲ 0.37%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 538 | 540 | +0.37% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.07% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Pikogan's population is projected to reach approximately 542 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 542.00 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 540 | 542 | 542.00 |
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.
Pikogan Population Trend & Context
Pikogan had a 2021 census population of 540 — an increase of 2 (▲ 0.37%) people from the 538 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Quebec Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 30.6 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Pikogan is around 245 while the female population is around 290.
Of the 540 total population in Pikogan, the largest gender is female with around 290 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 245 | 290 | +15.52% |
Is Pikogan a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Pikogan 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.
Pikogan Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Pikogan compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Pikogan | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $86,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 15.6% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 30.6 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7.4% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Pikogan has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 10.20% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 30.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 65.70% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 24.10% and 10.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Pikogan are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 65.30% | 65.50% | 65.70% |
| 65 years and over | 25.00% | 25.00% | 55.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 22.40% | 25.90% | 24.10% |
| 65 years and over | 10.20% | 8.60% | 10.20% |
Population of Pikogan by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Pikogan is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Pikogan 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 Pikogan are First Nations (North American Indian), which accounts for 50.47% of the total population, followed by Algonquin (28.04%), Cree (25.23%), Anishinaabe (2.80%), and Canadian (1.87%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Pikogan include Acadian, Innu/Montagnais, Atikamekw, Tajik, and Amhara.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 44.90% | 55.17% | 50.47% |
| Algonquin | 30.61% | 25.86% | 28.04% |
| Cree | 26.53% | 24.14% | 25.23% |
| Anishinaabe | 4.08% | 0.00% | 2.80% |
| Canadian | 4.08% | 3.45% | 1.87% |
| Acadian | 0.00% | 3.45% | 1.87% |
| Innu/Montagnais | 4.08% | 3.45% | 1.87% |
| Atikamekw | 0.00% | 3.45% | 1.87% |
| Tajik | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Amhara | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Pikogan
About 94.34% of Pikogan's population (500 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 5.66% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 495 people (93.40% 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 Pikogan's population profile.
About 0.0% of Pikogan's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Pikogan'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 |
0.0% of Pikogan's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 1.9% are second generation, and 98.1% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 135 of Pikogan's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 15.65% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 5 or more persons households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 1 person households account for 7.80%, 7.80%, and 6.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 50 | 15.65% |
| 5 or more persons | 40 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 25 | 7.80% |
| 4 persons | 25 | 7.80% |
| 1 person | 20 | 6.25% |
Family and Household Structure in Pikogan
Of census families in Pikogan, 60.7% are couple families and 39.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.2 people.
12.9% of households in Pikogan are one-person households, 35.5% are couple-family households, 22.6% are one-parent-family households, and 9.7% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 12.9% |
| Couple-family households | 55 | 35.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 35 | 22.6% |
| Multigenerational households | 15 | 9.7% |
Income in Pikogan
Analyzing income distribution in Pikogan can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Pikogan is $34,800.
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 Pikogan population or around 75 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and Under $10,000 with around 60 and 50 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Pikogan's median household income is $86,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Pikogan'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 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 Pikogan
This data sheds light on the distribution of Pikogan 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 Pikogan population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.10% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 10.90% 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 | 70 | 95 | 165 | 60.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 35 | 45 | 80 | 29.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 15 | 15 | 30 | 10.90% |
Below national average 7.3% of Pikogan's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Pikogan
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Pikogan. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Pikogan is at 15.91% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 46.25% |
| Unemployment rate | 15.91% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Pikogan, 33.8% worked full year full time in the reference year, 27.5% worked part year and/or part time, and 40.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 135 | 33.8% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 110 | 27.5% |
| Did not work | 160 | 40.0% |
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 Pikogan's population (around 75.60%) 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 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Pikogan industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Pikogan is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Pikogan has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the public administration sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 18%, followed by Educational services at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 20 | 25 | 20% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 35 | 18% |
| Educational services | 10 | 20 | 11% |
| Utilities | 0 | 10 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 10 | 10 | 9% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 7% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 7% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 4% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Pikogan residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Pikogan: Public administration (20%), Health care and social assistance (18%), Educational services (11%)
Top occupation categories in Pikogan: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (22%), Sales and service occupations (18%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 75 | 95 | 165 | 89.20% |
| Worked at home | 10 | 0 | 10 | 5.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 10 | 5.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Pikogan 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 Pikogan residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Pikogan 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 74.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 17.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 8.60% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 5.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Pikogan 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 Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Pikogan's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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.
French is the most spoken official language in Pikogan. About 375 people living in the Indian reserve speak French, 135 people speak English, 30 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 375 |
| English | 135 |
| English and French | 30 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 62.0% of Pikogan's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 5.6% know English only, 32.4% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 30 | 5.6% |
| French only | 175 | 32.4% |
| English and French | 335 | 62.0% |
| 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 | 45.4% | 63.0% |
| Non-official languages | 32.4% | 5.6% |
| English | 17.6% | 20.4% |
Religion
Pikogan is predominantly Christian. About 365 of its population is Christian (160 males and 210 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 | 68.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Pikogan
Schools
Universities
Parks
Green Spaces in Pikogan
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Bélanger-Optimiste | Parks | 3.1 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Indian Reserves to Pikogan
- Winneway 118.3 km · 176 people
- Kitcisakik 127.4 km · 257 people
- Timiskaming 148.4 km · 541 people
- Lac-Rapide 182.5 km
- Hunter's Point 185.1 km · 5 people
- Kebaowek 211.7 km · 326 people
- Obedjiwan 28 233.5 km · 1,991 people
- Kitigan Zibi 294.9 km · 1,204 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Pikogan
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Pikogan has a population of 540 people, making it the 271st Indian reserve in Quebec. The population increased slightly from 538 in 2016, an increase of 2 people or 0.37%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 537.4 people per km² across a land area of 1.00 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Pikogan's population remained essentially flat between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 538 to 540 people, a marginal change of 2 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Quebec Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 30.60 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (12.5%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Pikogan has a population density of approximately 537.40 people per square kilometre.
Pikogan covers a land area of approximately 1.00 km².
The median age of the population in Pikogan is 30.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Pikogan is First Nations (North American Indian).
The median household income in Pikogan is $86,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Pikogan.
Christian is the predominant religion in Pikogan.
According to the 2021 Census, 94.3% of Pikogan's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Pikogan's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 39.3% of census families in Pikogan, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 9.7% of all households in Pikogan, per the 2021 Census.
62.0% of Pikogan'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 Pikogan, 33.8% 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.