Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has a population of around 1,361 people. The village's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has increased by ▲ 1.49%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,341 | 1,361 | +1.49% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.30% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population is projected to reach approximately 1,381 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 1,000.72 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,361 | 1,381 | 1,000.72 |
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.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac Population Trend & Context
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is the 25th-largest village in Quebec, with a 2021 census population of 1,361 — an increase of 20 (▲ 1.49%) people from the 1,341 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Quebec villages. The village's median age of 46.4 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
How does Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac compare to other Quebec villages?
- Pointe-aux-Outardes: 1,434 (2021)
- Chute-aux-Outardes: 1,391 (2021)
- Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac: 1,361 (2021) ← 25th largest
- Roxton Falls: 1,322 (2021)
- Fort-Coulonge: 1,312 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is around 695 while the female population is around 665.
Of the 1,361 total population in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac, the largest gender is male with around 695 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 695 | 665 | +4.32% |
Is Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac 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.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac Population Compared to Quebec
Quebec's population in 2021 was 8,501,833, spread across the area. Here's how Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac | Quebec |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $140,000 | $72,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.9% | 7.6% |
| Median age | 46.4 | 43.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 44.2% | 26.5% |
| Immigrants (%) | 15.8% | 14.6% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 45 to 49 years old, accounting for 9.20% of the total population. The village median age is 46.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 to 49 years | 65 9.40% | 60 9.00% | 7.69% | 125 9.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 60 8.60% | 65 9.80% | 7.69% | 125 9.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 60 8.60% | 50 7.50% | 16.67% | 105 7.70% |
| 50 to 54 years | 50 7.20% | 50 7.50% | 0.00% | 100 7.40% |
| 70 to 74 years | 55 7.90% | 50 7.50% | 9.09% | 100 7.40% |
| 10 to 14 years | 55 7.90% | 40 6.00% | 27.27% | 95 7.00% |
| 60 to 64 years | 55 7.90% | 40 6.00% | 27.27% | 95 7.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 45 6.50% | 45 6.80% | 0.00% | 85 6.30% |
| 65 to 69 years | 40 5.80% | 45 6.80% | 11.11% | 80 5.90% |
| 5 to 9 years | 35 5.00% | 40 6.00% | 12.50% | 75 5.50% |
| 20 to 24 years | 25 3.60% | 40 6.00% | 37.50% | 65 4.80% |
| 30 to 34 years | 25 3.60% | 35 5.30% | 28.57% | 65 4.80% |
| 35 to 39 years | 35 5.00% | 35 5.30% | 0.00% | 65 4.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 25 3.60% | 30 4.50% | 16.67% | 55 4.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 20 2.90% | 25 3.80% | 20.00% | 50 3.70% |
| Median age of the population | 46 46.40% | 46 46.40% | 0.00% | 46 46.40% |
| Average age of the population | 43 43.00% | 43 42.50% | 2.33% | 43 42.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 25 3.60% | 15 2.30% | 40.00% | 40 2.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 15 2.20% | 5 0.80% | 66.67% | 20 1.50% |
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 64.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 19.50% and 16.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
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Population of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac 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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac are French, which accounts for 25.74% of the total population, followed by Canadian (22.43%), French Canadian (9.19%), Irish (6.62%), and Italian (6.25%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac include Punjabi, Chinese, Greek, Scottish, and German.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 24.29% | 27.27% | 25.74% |
| Canadian | 22.86% | 21.97% | 22.43% |
| French Canadian | 11.43% | 6.82% | 9.19% |
| Irish | 7.14% | 5.30% | 6.62% |
| Italian | 3.57% | 8.33% | 6.25% |
| Punjabi | 5.71% | 5.30% | 5.51% |
| Chinese | 4.29% | 3.79% | 3.68% |
| Greek | 3.57% | 3.79% | 3.68% |
| Scottish | 3.57% | 3.03% | 3.31% |
| German | 3.57% | 3.03% | 3.31% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population profile.
About 15.8% of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population are immigrants (215 people).
The top countries of origin for Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's immigrant population are India (60), China (40), United States of America (10), France (10), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| India | 60 |
| China | 40 |
| United States of America | 10 |
| France | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 465 of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 19.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.80% of the population. 3 persons, 1 person, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.75%, 6.70%, and 5.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 190 | 19.60% |
| 4 persons | 105 | 10.80% |
| 3 persons | 75 | 7.75% |
| 1 person | 65 | 6.70% |
| 5 or more persons | 55 | 5.65% |
Income in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
Analyzing income distribution in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is $51,600.
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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac population or around 150 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $100,000 to $149,999 with around 125 and 115 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's median household income is $140,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's median household income is 56,000 dollars above 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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
This data sheds light on the distribution of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac 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.
75.15% or most of the Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 44.15% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 14.40% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 11.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 680 | 685 | 1,365 | 75.15% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 370 | 415 | 790 | 44.15% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 165 | 120 | 280 | 14.40% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 115 | 95 | 215 | 11.00% |
Above national average 44.2% of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is at 6.11% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 55.90% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.11% |
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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population (around 73.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 85 men and 35 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 115.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 85 | 35 | 115 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (12%) works in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The Manufacturing sector comes second at 11%, followed by Educational services at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 60 | 25 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 60 | 15 | 11% |
| Educational services | 15 | 60 | 11% |
| Wholesale trade | 35 | 35 | 9% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 60 | 9% |
| Retail trade | 30 | 30 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 35 | 25 | 9% |
| Construction | 25 | 10 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 15 | 10 | 4% |
| Accommodation and food services | 15 | 20 | 4% |
| Public administration | 25 | 0 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 10 | 1% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 0 | 1% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac: Professional, scientific and technical services (12%), -33 Manufacturing (11%), Educational services (11%)
Top occupation categories in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac: Sales and service occupations (23%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (16%), Business, finance and administration occupations (16%)
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 | 190 | 235 | 415 | 65.40% |
| Worked at home | 110 | 65 | 175 | 27.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 15 | 50 | 7.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac 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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac 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 | 29.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 28.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 24.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 11.80% |
| 60 minutes and over | 7.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lacshed 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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac'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 Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac. About 880 people living in the province speak French, 400 people speak English, 75 people speak English and French language, and 5 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| French | 880 |
| English | 400 |
| English and French | 75 |
| Neither English nor French | 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.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| French | 61.2% | 59.7% |
| English | 18.7% | 26.7% |
| Non-official languages | 14.7% | 6.6% |
Religion
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is predominantly Christian. About 915 of its population is Christian (460 males and 460 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Sikh with 5.5% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Hindu, both represent 3.3% and 2.6% of the population, while Jewish represent 1.1% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 67.3% |
| Sikh | 5.5% |
| Islam | 3.3% |
| Hindu | 2.6% |
| Jewish | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
Schools
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Places to Visit in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
Historic Sites
Green Spaces in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Parc de la Belle-Plage | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Parc de Champagne | Parks | 0.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has a population of 1,361 people, making it the 25th village in Quebec. The population increased moderately from 1,341 in 2016, an increase of 20 people or 1.49%. The village has a population density of 983.0 people per km² across a land area of 1.38 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac's population grew by 1.49% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 1,341 to 1,361 people, a gain of 20 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Quebec villages during this period. The median age of 46.40 years suggests an aging population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (13.4%) 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.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac has a population density of approximately 983.00 people per square kilometre.
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac covers a land area of approximately 1.38 km².
The median age of the population in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is 46.40 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is French.
The median household income in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac is $140,000, based on 2020 data.
French is the most common first official language spoken in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac.
Christian is the predominant religion in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac.
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.