Aberdeen, Saskatchewan Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Aberdeen. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 1.96 km2. The town has a population density of 364.60 people per km2.

We highlight the Aberdeen town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Aberdeen on the Map

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Aberdeen location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Aberdeen has a population of around 716 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Aberdeen has increased by 8.16%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
662716 +8.16%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.58% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Aberdeen's population is projected to reach approximately 774 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 394.90 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
716774394.90

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.

Population By Genders

The male population of Aberdeen is around 340 while the female population is around 375.

Of the 716 total population in Aberdeen, the largest gender is female with around 375 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
340375 +9.33%

Is Aberdeen a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

10.3%
Unemployment rate
1.9 pts above the province
62.9%
Employment rate
3.0 pts above the province
70.1%
Participation rate
4.7 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$95,000
Median household income
$13,000 above the province
9.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
4.2 pts below the province

Commute

51.8%
Commute under 30 minutes
30.6 pts below the province
90.7%
Commute by car
0.4 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.8 pts below the province

Housing Character

90.2%
Single-detached houses
18.6 pts above the province
2.0%
Apartments (any building size)
16.8 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.80 people
Average household size
0.30people above the province
19.6%
One-person households
9.3 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Aberdeen has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 9.80% of the total population. The town median age is 34.00.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
0 to 4 years30 8.80%45 12.00% 33.33%70 9.80%
5 to 9 years40 11.80%30 8.00% 25.00%65 9.10%
30 to 34 years25 7.40%35 9.30% 28.57%60 8.40%
35 to 39 years30 8.80%30 8.00% 0.00%60 8.40%
10 to 14 years30 8.80%30 8.00% 0.00%55 7.70%
40 to 44 years30 8.80%25 6.70% 16.67%50 7.00%
45 to 49 years20 5.90%30 8.00% 33.33%50 7.00%
15 to 19 years10 2.90%30 8.00% 66.67%45 6.30%
25 to 29 years25 7.40%15 4.00% 40.00%45 6.30%
50 to 54 years30 8.80%15 4.00% 50.00%45 6.30%
55 to 59 years10 2.90%20 5.30% 50.00%40 5.60%
60 to 64 years20 5.90%20 5.30% 0.00%40 5.60%
Median age of the population34 34.00%34 34.00% 0.00%34 34.00%
Average age of the population34 33.70%34 33.80% 0.00%34 33.80%
20 to 24 years15 4.40%15 4.00% 0.00%30 4.20%
65 to 69 years10 2.90%10 2.70% 0.00%20 2.80%
70 to 74 years10 2.90%10 2.70% 0.00%15 2.10%
75 to 79 years5 1.50%5 1.30% 0.00%10 1.40%
80 to 84 years10 2.90%5 1.30% 50.00%5 0.70%

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 64.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 27.30% and 9.10%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Aberdeen

Population of Aberdeen by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Aberdeen is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Aberdeen is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are German, which accounts for 30.60% of the total population, followed by English (25.37%), French (20.15%), Ukrainian (17.91%), and Scottish (16.42%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, Polish, Canadian, Norwegian, and Dutch.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
German31.25%30.00%30.60%
English26.56%24.29%25.37%
French17.19%22.86%20.15%
Ukrainian20.31%17.14%17.91%
Scottish18.75%15.71%16.42%
Irish14.06%11.43%13.43%
Polish9.38%11.43%11.19%
Canadian9.38%11.43%10.45%
Norwegian7.81%8.57%8.21%
Dutch6.25%8.57%7.46%

Immigration Profile

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

About 6.7% of Aberdeen's population are immigrants (45 people).

The top countries of origin for Aberdeen's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom10
Brazil0
Colombia0
El Salvador0
Guyana0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 230 of Aberdeen's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 14.70% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 9.80% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.80%, 7.85%, and 5.90%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons7514.70%
1 person509.80%
4 persons509.80%
3 persons407.85%
5 or more persons305.90%

Income in Aberdeen

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Aberdeen is $46,400.

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 Aberdeen population or around 120 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 65 and 65 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Aberdeen's median household income is $95,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Aberdeen's median household income is 11,000 dollars above 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 Aberdeen

This data sheds light on the distribution of Aberdeen 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.

60.55% or most of the Aberdeen population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 32.90% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.35% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.15% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree23027550560.55%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate14014027532.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher7510017020.35%
No certificate, diploma or degree1540505.15%

Below national average 20.4% of Aberdeen's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Aberdeen

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

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 7.22% which is quite high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate62.89%
Unemployment rate7.22%

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 Aberdeen's population (around 67.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 35 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 55.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed351555

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Aberdeen has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (13%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 10%, followed by Retail trade at 9%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance103513%
Educational services102510%
Retail trade15159%
Public administration15159%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction1506%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting1504%
Construction1504%
Manufacturing1504%
Transportation and warehousing1004%
Information and cultural industries0154%
Wholesale trade003%
Finance and insurance003%
Real estate and rental and leasing003%
Professional, scientific and technical services1003%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1003%
Arts, entertainment and recreation1003%
Accommodation and food services0103%
Other services (except public administration)1003%
Utilities000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Aberdeen: Health care and social assistance (13%), Educational services (10%), -45 Retail trade (9%)

Top occupation categories in Aberdeen: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (15%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (13%)

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 work11011522572.60%
No fixed workplace address30154514.50%
Worked at home20204012.90%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Aberdeen 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
30 to 44 minutes37.00%
Less than 15 minutes29.60%
15 to 29 minutes22.20%
45 to 59 minutes9.30%
60 minutes and over3.70%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
66.02%
Married or living common-law
33.98%

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.

English is the most spoken official language in Aberdeen. About 700 people living in the province speak English, 15 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English700
French15
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

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
English90.9%97.9%
Non-official languages4.2%1.4%
French2.1%0.7%

Religion

Aberdeen is predominantly Christian. About 395 of its population is Christian (210 males and 210 females).

The second largest religion in the province 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.

ReligionPopulation
Christian58.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Aberdeen

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aberdeen

According to the 2021 census, Aberdeen has a population of approximately 716 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Aberdeen increased by 8.16%.

Aberdeen has a population density of approximately 364.60 people per square kilometre.

Aberdeen covers a land area of approximately 1.96 km².

The median age of the population in Aberdeen is 34.00 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Aberdeen is German.

The median household income in Aberdeen is $95,000, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Aberdeen.

Christian is the predominant religion in Aberdeen.

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.