Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Salaberry-de-Valleyfield census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 108.56 km2. The town has a population density of 394.10 people per km2.

We highlight the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a population of around 42,787 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has increased by ▲ 5.01%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
40,74542,787 +5.01%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.98% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population is projected to reach approximately 44,931 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 413.88 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
42,78744,931413.88

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.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Population Trend & Context

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield had a 2021 census population of 42,787 — an increase of 2,042 (▲ 5.01%) people from the 40,745 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 47.2 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is around 20,965 while the female population is around 21,820.

Of the 42,787 total population in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, the largest gender is female with around 21,820 female within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
20,96521,820 +3.92%

Is Salaberry-de-Valleyfield a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

6.8%
Unemployment rate
0.8 pts below the province
54.6%
Employment rate
4.7 pts below the province
58.5%
Participation rate
5.6 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$62,000
Median household income
$10,500 below the province
14.1%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
2.2 pts above the province

Commute

73.8%
Commute under 30 minutes
7.5 pts above the province
92.9%
Commute by car
10.5 pts above the province
0.5%
Commute by public transit
8.5 pts below the province

Housing Character

45.6%
Single-detached houses
1.0 pts above the province
46.0%
Apartments (any building size)
0.4 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.10 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
38.6%
One-person households
3.5 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Population Compared to Quebec

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

IndicatorSalaberry-de-ValleyfieldQuebec
Median household income$62,000$72,500
Unemployment rate6.8%7.6%
Median age47.243.2
Bachelor's degree or higher10.6%26.5%
Immigrants (%)3.2%14.6%

Population by Age Characteristics

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 8.50% of the total population. The town median age is 47.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
60 to 64 years1,745 8.30%1,905 8.70% 8.40%3,650 8.50%
65 to 69 years1,635 7.80%1,690 7.70% 3.25%3,325 7.80%
55 to 59 years1,610 7.70%1,680 7.70% 4.17%3,285 7.70%
70 to 74 years1,295 6.20%1,510 6.90% 14.24%2,800 6.50%
30 to 34 years1,415 6.70%1,335 6.10% 5.65%2,750 6.40%
25 to 29 years1,405 6.70%1,315 6.00% 6.41%2,720 6.40%
50 to 54 years1,220 5.80%1,295 5.90% 5.79%2,510 5.90%
40 to 44 years1,260 6.00%1,210 5.50% 3.97%2,475 5.80%
35 to 39 years1,205 5.70%1,195 5.50% 0.83%2,400 5.60%
5 to 9 years1,140 5.40%1,070 4.90% 6.14%2,210 5.20%
45 to 49 years1,110 5.30%1,080 4.90% 2.70%2,190 5.10%
75 to 79 years975 4.70%1,180 5.40% 17.37%2,150 5.00%
0 to 4 years1,040 5.00%1,030 4.70% 0.96%2,070 4.80%
20 to 24 years1,050 5.00%995 4.60% 5.24%2,050 4.80%
10 to 14 years1,040 5.00%935 4.30% 10.10%1,975 4.60%
15 to 19 years855 4.10%835 3.80% 2.34%1,695 4.00%
85 years and over425 2.00%845 3.90% 49.70%1,270 3.00%
80 to 84 years530 2.50%715 3.30% 25.87%1,240 2.90%
85 to 89 years285 1.40%465 2.10% 38.71%750 1.80%
90 to 94 years120 0.60%280 1.30% 57.14%405 0.90%
95 to 99 years10 0.00%85 0.40% 88.24%100 0.20%

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 60.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 25.20% and 14.60%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
15 to 64 years61.50%58.90%60.20%
65 years and over23.20%27.20%25.20%
0 to 14 years15.40%13.90%14.60%

Population of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield are Canadian, which accounts for 41.30% of the total population, followed by French (21.87%), French Canadian (8.52%), Irish (4.39%), and First Nations (North American Indian) (2.35%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield include Caucasian (White), Scottish, Italian, English, and German.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Canadian40.02%42.51%41.30%
French22.35%21.40%21.87%
French Canadian8.51%8.53%8.52%
Irish4.30%4.48%4.39%
First Nations (North American Indian)2.04%2.66%2.35%
Caucasian (White)2.53%2.20%2.34%
Scottish2.31%2.13%2.22%
Italian1.92%1.70%1.82%
English1.89%1.58%1.74%
German1.50%1.65%1.57%

Indigenous Identity in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

About 1.82% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population (750 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 98.18% who report a non-Indigenous identity.

Of the Indigenous population, 135 people (0.30% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.

Indigenous identity
1.82%
Non-Indigenous identity
98.18%

Immigration Profile

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

About 3.2% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population are immigrants (1,310 people).

The top countries of origin for Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's immigrant population are France (195), Morocco (80), United States of America (60), Mexico (55), Colombia (50).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
France195
Morocco80
United States of America60
Mexico55
Colombia50

98.8% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's residents (40,700 people) are Canadian citizens, and 1.2% are not.

By generation status, 3.8% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 3.8% are second generation, and 92.3% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 9,150 of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.

Household Size

About 19.30% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 18.45% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.85%, 4.25%, and 2.15%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
1 person7,74019.30%
2 persons7,41018.45%
3 persons2,3405.85%
4 persons1,7154.25%
5 or more persons8702.15%

Family and Household Structure in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Of census families in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, 81.1% are couple families and 18.9% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.7 people.

Couple families
81.12%
One-parent families
18.88%

38.6% of households in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield are one-person households, 44.7% are couple-family households, 9.5% are one-parent-family households, and 1.1% are multigenerational households.

Household TypeHouseholdsPercentage
One-person households7,74038.6%
Couple-family households8,97544.7%
One-parent-family households1,9059.5%
Multigenerational households2301.1%

Income in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Analyzing income distribution in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $38,000.

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

Most of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield population or around 5,555 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 5,310 and 4,675 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's median household income is $62,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's median household income is 22,000 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

This data sheds light on the distribution of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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.

58.80% or most of the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 21.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 19.70% 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 degree6,0906,56512,65558.80%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate2,3152,3304,65021.60%
No certificate, diploma or degree2,3201,9104,23519.70%

Below national average 11.4% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

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

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is at 6.77% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate54.56%
Unemployment rate6.77%

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, 31.4% worked full year full time in the reference year, 27.8% worked part year and/or part time, and 40.7% did not work.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work ActivityPopulationPercentage
Worked full year full time10,99031.4%
Worked part year and/or part time9,72027.8%
Did not work14,24540.7%

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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population (around 76.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 1,095 men and 830 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,925.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed1,0958301,925

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 14%, followed by Retail trade at 13%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance6053,02018%
Manufacturing2,08574514%
Retail trade1,1951,41013%
Construction1,6151359%
Transportation and warehousing1,0353007%
Educational services4158956%
Other services (except public administration)4905155%
Accommodation and food services3806155%
Public administration5553805%
Professional, scientific and technical services3753954%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services4902604%
Wholesale trade4401803%
Finance and insurance1353202%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting165951%
Utilities170401%
Real estate and rental and leasing125801%
Arts, entertainment and recreation115701%
Information and cultural industries105501%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction20100%
Management of companies and enterprises0200%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Health care and social assistance (18%), Manufacturing (14%), Retail trade (13%)

Top occupation categories in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Sales and service occupations (24%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (23%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%)

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 work7,4057,54014,94578.30%
No fixed workplace address1,7805502,32512.20%
Worked at home7801,0001,7859.40%
Worked outside Canada150200.10%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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 minutes44.30%
15 to 29 minutes29.50%
30 to 44 minutes14.20%
45 to 59 minutes7.00%
60 minutes and over4.90%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
53.20%
Married or living common-law
46.80%

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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. About 39,950 people living in the town speak French, 1,885 people speak English, 425 people speak English and French language, and 75 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
French39,950
English1,885
English and French425
Neither English nor French75

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 38.4% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 1.1% know English only, 60.3% know French only, and 0.2% know neither official language.

Knowledge of Official LanguagesPopulationPercentage
English only4601.1%
French only25,53560.3%
English and French16,25038.4%
Neither English nor French850.2%

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.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
French92.0%93.3%
English3.6%3.6%
Non-official languages2.3%1.2%

Religion

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is predominantly Christian. About 29,820 of its population is Christian (14,310 males and 15,510 females).

The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 0.7% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Buddhist and Jewish, both represent 0.1% and 0.0% of the population, while Hindu represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian72.4%
Islam0.7%
Buddhist0.1%
Jewish0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Sikh0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a population of 42,787 people, making it the 28th town in Quebec. The population increased significantly from 40,745 in 2016, an increase of 2,042 people or 5.01%. The town has a population density of 394.1 people per km² across a land area of 108.56 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population grew by 5.01% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 40,745 to 42,787 people, a gain of 2,042 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Quebec towns during this period. The median age of 47.20 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (38.6%) 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.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a population density of approximately 394.10 people per square kilometre.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield covers a land area of approximately 108.56 km².

The median age of the population in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is 47.20 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is Canadian.

The median household income in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $62,000, based on 2020 data.

French is the most common first official language spoken in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.

Christian is the predominant religion in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.

According to the 2021 Census, 1.8% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.

98.8% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.

One-parent families make up 18.9% of census families in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, according to the 2021 Census.

Multigenerational households make up 1.1% of all households in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, per the 2021 Census.

38.4% of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield'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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, 31.4% 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.