Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Arborfield No. 456 has a population of around 338 people. The township's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Arborfield No. 456 has decreased by -1.46%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 343 | 338 | --1.46% |
2026 Population Projection
Arborfield No. 456's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 338 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Arborfield No. 456 is around 185 while the female population is around 155.
Of the 338 total population in Arborfield No. 456, the largest gender is male with around 185 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 185 | 155 | -16.22% |
Is Arborfield No. 456 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Arborfield No. 456 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, 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.
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- Bjorkdale No. 426 (39.1 km)
- Moose Range No. 486 (42.0 km)
- Nipawin No. 487 (46.1 km)
- Tisdale No. 427 (48.4 km)
- Porcupine No. 395 (54.4 km)
- Barrier Valley No. 397 (67.0 km)
- Willow Creek No. 458 (68.5 km)
- Hudson Bay No. 394 (70.1 km)
- Kelvington No. 366 (82.7 km)
- Pleasantdale No. 398 (87.2 km)
- Torch River No. 488 (95.1 km)
- Ponass Lake No. 367 (96.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Arborfield No. 456 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 11.90% of the total population. The township median age is 51.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 52 52.40% | 50 50.40% | 3.82% | 52 51.60% |
| Average age of the population | 46 46.40% | 45 45.20% | 2.16% | 46 45.90% |
| 65 to 69 years | 20 10.80% | 20 12.90% | 0.00% | 40 11.90% |
| 55 to 59 years | 15 8.10% | 15 9.70% | 0.00% | 30 9.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 5.40% | 20 12.90% | 50.00% | 25 7.50% |
| 10 to 14 years | 15 8.10% | 10 6.50% | 33.33% | 25 7.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 20 10.80% | 10 6.50% | 50.00% | 25 7.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 15 8.10% | 10 6.50% | 33.33% | 25 7.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.50% | 0.00% | 20 6.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.50% | 0.00% | 20 6.00% |
| 85 years and over | 10 5.40% | 10 6.50% | 0.00% | 20 6.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 2.70% | 5 3.20% | 0.00% | 15 4.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 5.40% | 5 3.20% | 50.00% | 15 4.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10 5.40% | 5 3.20% | 50.00% | 15 4.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.50% | 0.00% | 15 4.50% |
| 85 to 89 years | 5 2.70% | 10 6.50% | 50.00% | 15 4.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 2.70% | 5 3.20% | 0.00% | 10 3.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 2.70% | 5 3.20% | 0.00% | 10 3.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10 5.40% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 3.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the township'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 50.70% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.90% and 20.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Arborfield No. 456 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Arborfield No. 456
Population of Arborfield No. 456 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Arborfield No. 456 is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Arborfield No. 456 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 English, which accounts for 43.08% of the total population, followed by French (32.31%), German (27.69%), Irish (18.46%), and Scottish (18.46%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Ukrainian, Hungarian, Canadian, First Nations (North American Indian), and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 40.54% | 46.43% | 43.08% |
| French | 40.54% | 21.43% | 32.31% |
| German | 29.73% | 21.43% | 27.69% |
| Irish | 10.81% | 28.57% | 18.46% |
| Scottish | 8.11% | 32.14% | 18.46% |
| Ukrainian | 10.81% | 10.71% | 12.31% |
| Hungarian | 10.81% | 7.14% | 9.23% |
| Canadian | 0.00% | 10.71% | 7.69% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 5.41% | 10.71% | 7.69% |
| Polish | 5.41% | 7.14% | 6.15% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Arborfield No. 456's population profile.
About 0.0% of Arborfield No. 456's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Arborfield No. 456'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 140 of Arborfield No. 456's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 23.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 12.50% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.35%, 5.35%, and 3.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 65 | 23.20% |
| 1 person | 35 | 12.50% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 5.35% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 5.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 3.55% |
Income in Arborfield No. 456
Analyzing income distribution in Arborfield No. 456 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Arborfield No. 456 is $43,200.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Arborfield No. 456 population or around 45 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 45 and 35 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Arborfield No. 456's median household income is $84,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Arborfield No. 456's median household income is 0 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Arborfield No. 456
This data sheds light on the distribution of Arborfield No. 456 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.
52.85% or most of the Arborfield No. 456 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.25% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 18.45% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.55% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 85 | 130 | 220 | 52.85% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 90 | 40 | 135 | 30.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20 | 60 | 75 | 18.45% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 60 | 20 | 80 | 13.55% |
Below national average 18.5% of Arborfield No. 456's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Arborfield No. 456
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Arborfield No. 456. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 67.80% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Arborfield No. 456's population (around 65.90%) are working self-employed as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 95 men and 45 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 135.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 95 | 45 | 135 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Arborfield No. 456 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Arborfield No. 456 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Arborfield No. 456 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (66%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Wholesale trade sector comes second at 10%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 85 | 50 | 66% |
| Wholesale trade | 20 | 0 | 10% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 20 | 10% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 5% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 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% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Arborfield No. 456 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Arborfield No. 456: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (66%), Wholesale trade (10%), Health care and social assistance (10%)
Top occupation categories in Arborfield No. 456: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (61%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (12%), Health occupations (10%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worked at home | 75 | 45 | 115 | 57.50% |
| Usual place of work | 45 | 30 | 80 | 40.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Arborfield No. 456 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 Arborfield No. 456 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Arborfield No. 456 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 31.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 12.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Arborfield No. 456shed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Arborfield No. 456's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights township'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 Arborfield No. 456. About 315 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 315 |
| French | 20 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 86.8% | 97.1% |
| French | 5.9% | 1.5% |
| Non-official languages | 2.9% | 0.0% |
Religion
Arborfield No. 456 is predominantly Christian. About 260 of its population is Christian (150 males and 150 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 80.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Arborfield No. 456
Parks
Green Spaces in Arborfield No. 456
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Pasquia Regional Park | Parks | 88.9 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arborfield No. 456
According to the 2021 census, Arborfield No. 456 has a population of approximately 338 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Arborfield No. 456 decreased by 1.46%.
Arborfield No. 456 has a population density of approximately 0.20 people per square kilometre.
Arborfield No. 456 covers a land area of approximately 1,403.77 km².
The median age of the population in Arborfield No. 456 is 51.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Arborfield No. 456 is English.
The median household income in Arborfield No. 456 is $84,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Arborfield No. 456.
Christian is the predominant religion in Arborfield No. 456.
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.