Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Temiscaming has a population of around 2,368 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Temiscaming has decreased by ▼ -2.59%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,431 | 2,368 | --2.59% |
2026 Population Projection
Temiscaming's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 2,368 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Temiscaming Population Trend & Context
Temiscaming had a 2021 census population of 2,368 — a decline of 63 (▼ 2.59%) people from the 2,431 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing 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 Temiscaming is around 1,185 while the female population is around 1,185.
Of the 2,368 total population in Temiscaming, the largest gender is female with around 1,185 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,185 | 1,185 | -0.00% |
Is Temiscaming a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Temiscaming 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.
Temiscaming Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Temiscaming compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Temiscaming | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,500 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 47.2 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11.2% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 2.3% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Temiscaming has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.10% of the total population. The town median age is 47.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 120 10.10% | 100 8.40% | 16.67% | 215 9.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 110 9.30% | 100 8.40% | 9.09% | 210 8.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 95 8.00% | 90 7.60% | 5.26% | 185 7.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 80 6.80% | 100 8.40% | 20.00% | 180 7.60% |
| 10 to 14 years | 65 5.50% | 75 6.30% | 13.33% | 140 5.90% |
| 45 to 49 years | 75 6.30% | 70 5.90% | 6.67% | 140 5.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 65 5.50% | 60 5.10% | 7.69% | 130 5.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 70 5.90% | 60 5.10% | 14.29% | 130 5.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 60 5.10% | 65 5.50% | 7.69% | 125 5.30% |
| 40 to 44 years | 55 4.60% | 70 5.90% | 21.43% | 125 5.30% |
| 25 to 29 years | 65 5.50% | 55 4.60% | 15.38% | 120 5.10% |
| 30 to 34 years | 60 5.10% | 65 5.50% | 7.69% | 120 5.10% |
| 70 to 74 years | 60 5.10% | 65 5.50% | 7.69% | 120 5.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 60 5.10% | 55 4.60% | 8.33% | 115 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 60 5.10% | 50 4.20% | 16.67% | 105 4.40% |
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 62.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.10% and 16.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Temiscaming are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 62.90% | 62.00% | 62.80% |
| 65 years and over | 20.70% | 21.50% | 21.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 16.00% | 16.50% | 16.10% |
Population of Temiscaming by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Temiscaming is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Temiscaming 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 Temiscaming are French, which accounts for 25.85% of the total population, followed by Canadian (25.64%), Irish (12.61%), English (10.47%), and Algonquin (8.76%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Temiscaming include French Canadian, First Nations (North American Indian), Scottish, Ontarian, and North American Indigenous.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 24.69% | 27.07% | 25.85% |
| Canadian | 25.94% | 26.20% | 25.64% |
| Irish | 9.62% | 15.72% | 12.61% |
| English | 10.46% | 10.04% | 10.47% |
| Algonquin | 8.37% | 9.61% | 8.76% |
| French Canadian | 7.11% | 8.73% | 7.91% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 5.44% | 8.30% | 7.05% |
| Scottish | 5.44% | 6.55% | 5.77% |
| Ontarian | 2.51% | 5.24% | 3.85% |
| North American Indigenous | 2.93% | 2.18% | 2.78% |
Indigenous Identity in Temiscaming
About 19.49% of Temiscaming's population (455 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 80.51% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 260 people (11.10% 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 Temiscaming's population profile.
About 2.3% of Temiscaming's population are immigrants (55 people).
The top countries of origin for Temiscaming's immigrant population are United States of America (10), Germany (10), United Kingdom (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 10 |
| Germany | 10 |
| United Kingdom | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
99.6% of Temiscaming's residents (2,335 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.4% are not.
By generation status, 2.8% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 3.6% are second generation, and 93.6% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 505 of Temiscaming's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 18.40% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.85%, 4.50%, and 2.45%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 415 | 18.60% |
| 1 person | 410 | 18.40% |
| 3 persons | 130 | 5.85% |
| 4 persons | 100 | 4.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 55 | 2.45% |
Family and Household Structure in Temiscaming
Of census families in Temiscaming, 82.7% are couple families and 17.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.7 people.
36.9% of households in Temiscaming are one-person households, 49.5% are couple-family households, 9.5% are one-parent-family households, and 0.9% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 410 | 36.9% |
| Couple-family households | 550 | 49.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 105 | 9.5% |
| Multigenerational households | 10 | 0.9% |
Income in Temiscaming
Analyzing income distribution in Temiscaming can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Temiscaming is $40,400.
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 Temiscaming population or around 250 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 250 and 175 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Temiscaming's median household income is $73,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Temiscaming's median household income is 10,500 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 Temiscaming
This data sheds light on the distribution of Temiscaming 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.
61.30% or most of the Temiscaming population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 22.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 16.50% 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.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 335 | 365 | 705 | 61.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 125 | 140 | 260 | 22.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 95 | 95 | 190 | 16.50% |
Below national average 13.0% of Temiscaming's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Temiscaming
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Temiscaming. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Temiscaming is at 8.42% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 47.19% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.42% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Temiscaming, 29.6% worked full year full time in the reference year, 23.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 47.4% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 580 | 29.6% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 450 | 23.0% |
| Did not work | 930 | 47.4% |
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 Temiscaming's population (around 73.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 35 men and 40 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 75.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 35 | 40 | 75 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Temiscaming industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Temiscaming is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Temiscaming has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (32%) works in the manufacturing sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 260 | 55 | 32% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 115 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 45 | 55 | 9% |
| Educational services | 10 | 70 | 8% |
| Public administration | 30 | 50 | 8% |
| Construction | 35 | 0 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 25 | 10 | 4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 20 | 20 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 30 | 4% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 10 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 10 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Temiscaming residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Temiscaming: Manufacturing (32%), Health care and social assistance (12%), Retail trade (9%)
Top occupation categories in Temiscaming: Sales and service occupations (21%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 435 | 365 | 805 | 87.00% |
| Worked at home | 30 | 40 | 70 | 7.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 15 | 50 | 5.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Temiscaming 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 Temiscaming residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Temiscaming 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 86.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 7.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 2.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Temiscaming 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 Temiscaming's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Temiscaming. About 1,450 people living in the town speak French, 855 people speak English, 30 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 1,450 |
| English | 855 |
| English and French | 30 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 64.4% of Temiscaming's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 22.6% know English only, 12.6% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 530 | 22.6% |
| French only | 295 | 12.6% |
| English and French | 1,510 | 64.4% |
| 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 | 61.0% | 51.2% |
| English | 33.7% | 43.5% |
| Non-official languages | 1.5% | 0.6% |
Religion
Temiscaming is predominantly Christian. About 1,810 of its population is Christian (895 males and 910 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Muslim with 0.4% 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 | 77.4% |
| Islam | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Temiscaming
Hospitals
Schools
Parks
Places to Visit in Temiscaming
Museums
Historic Sites
- Site historique d'Opémican
- Auberge Jodoin
- Atelier de menuiserie, de charpenterie et de chalouperie
- Atelier de mécanique et de forge
- Hangar à estacades
- Maison du surintendant
Green Spaces in Temiscaming
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Irwin | Parks | 1.7 ha |
| Parc Dottori | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| Parc Philippe-Barette | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Parc Lafort | Parks | 0.5 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Temiscaming
- Belleterre 80.0 km · 285 people
- Rouyn-Noranda 169.1 km · 42,313 people
- Malartic 173.5 km · 3,355 people
- Val-d'Or 182.3 km · 32,752 people
- Duparquet 198.2 km · 716 people
- Amos 218.4 km · 12,675 people
- Macamic 226.2 km · 2,744 people
- La Sarre 231.2 km · 7,358 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Temiscaming
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Temiscaming has a population of 2,368 people, making it the 204th town in Quebec. The population declined moderately from 2,431 in 2016, a decrease of 63 people or 2.59%. The town has a population density of 3.3 people per km² across a land area of 710.84 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Temiscaming's population declined by 2.59% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 2,431 to 2,368 people, a loss of 63 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by 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 (36.8%) 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.
Temiscaming has a population density of approximately 3.30 people per square kilometre.
Temiscaming covers a land area of approximately 710.84 km².
The median age of the population in Temiscaming is 47.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Temiscaming is French.
The median household income in Temiscaming is $73,500, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Temiscaming.
Christian is the predominant religion in Temiscaming.
According to the 2021 Census, 19.4% of Temiscaming's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
99.6% of Temiscaming's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 17.4% of census families in Temiscaming, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.9% of all households in Temiscaming, per the 2021 Census.
64.4% of Temiscaming'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 Temiscaming, 29.6% 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.