Arcola, Saskatchewan — Population & Demographics (2026)
Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Arcola census dataset on Statistics Canada
- Population (2021)
- 636
- −3.2% since 2016
- Density
- 183.8
- people per km²
- Land area
- 3.46
- km²
- Median age
- 36.4
- years
- Median household income
- $85,000
- 2020, before tax
- Unemployment rate
- 3.9%
- 2021 Census
This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Arcola. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 3.46 km2. The town has a population density of 183.80 people per km2.
We highlight the Arcola town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.
Arcola on the Map
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Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Arcola has a population of around 636 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Arcola has decreased by ▼ -3.20%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 657 | 636 | --3.20% |
2026 Population Projection
Arcola's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 636 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Arcola Population Trend & Context
Arcola is the 217th-largest town in Saskatchewan, with a 2021 census population of 636 — a decline of 21 (▼ 3.20%) people from the 657 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan towns. The town's median age of 36.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Arcola compare to other Saskatchewan towns?
- 215th Pasqua 79 638
- 216th St. Brieux 638
- 217th Arcola This town 636
- 218th Clayton No. 333 631
- 219th Kahkewistahaw 72 627
Population By Genders
The male population of Arcola is around 320 while the female population is around 320.
Of the 636 total population in Arcola, the largest gender is female with around 320 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 320 | 320 | -0.00% |
Is Arcola a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Arcola 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.
Arcola Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Arcola compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Arcola | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $85,000 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 36.4 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.6% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 3.6% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Arcola has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 10.20% of the total population. The town median age is 36.40.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 62.50% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 23.40% and 13.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Arcola are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 40.00% | 45.00% | 85.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 65.60% | 57.80% | 62.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.30% | 28.10% | 23.40% |
| 65 years and over | 12.50% | 14.10% | 13.30% |
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Population of Arcola by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Arcola is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Arcola 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 Arcola are German, which accounts for 32.12% of the total population, followed by Canadian (30.66%), English (29.93%), Scottish (22.63%), and Ukrainian (13.87%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Arcola include Irish, Norwegian, Hungarian, French, and Icelandic.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 41.27% | 23.29% | 32.12% |
| Canadian | 33.33% | 27.40% | 30.66% |
| English | 25.40% | 34.25% | 29.93% |
| Scottish | 19.05% | 26.03% | 22.63% |
| Ukrainian | 7.94% | 19.18% | 13.87% |
| Irish | 7.94% | 16.44% | 13.14% |
| Norwegian | 4.76% | 9.59% | 7.30% |
| Hungarian | 3.17% | 5.48% | 5.11% |
| French | 7.94% | 2.74% | 4.38% |
| Icelandic | 0.00% | 5.48% | 3.65% |
Indigenous Identity in Arcola
About 1.47% of Arcola's population (10 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 98.53% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 0 people (0.00% 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 Arcola's population profile.
About 3.6% of Arcola's population are immigrants (25 people).
The top countries of origin for Arcola's immigrant population are Croatia (0), France (0), Germany (0), Greece (0), Hungary (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Croatia | 0 |
| France | 0 |
| Germany | 0 |
| Greece | 0 |
| Hungary | 0 |
97.1% of Arcola's residents (665 people) are Canadian citizens, and 2.2% are not.
By generation status, 2.9% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 5.9% are second generation, and 91.2% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 215 of Arcola's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 17.60% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.80% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.35%, 6.50%, and 2.80%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 95 | 17.60% |
| 1 person | 80 | 14.80% |
| 4 persons | 45 | 8.35% |
| 3 persons | 35 | 6.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 2.80% |
Dwelling & Housing Detail
Of the 275 occupied private dwellings in Arcola, 85.5% are owner-occupied (235) and 14.5% are rented (40). The median value of owned dwellings is $200,000 (average $256,000).
Period of Construction
21.8% of Arcola's occupied private dwellings were built in 1960 or before, while 5.5% were built between 2016 and 2021.
Family and Household Structure in Arcola
Of census families in Arcola, 85.7% are couple families and 14.3% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.
30.2% of households in Arcola are one-person households, 58.5% are couple-family households, 11.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 80 | 30.2% |
| Couple-family households | 155 | 58.5% |
| One-parent-family households | 30 | 11.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Arcola
Analyzing income distribution in Arcola can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Arcola is $46,800.
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 Arcola population or around 75 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $100,000 to $149,999 with around 75 and 50 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Arcola's median household income is $85,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Arcola's median household income is 1,000 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 Arcola
This data sheds light on the distribution of Arcola 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.
50.70% or most of the Arcola population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 30.70% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 18.70% 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.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 80 | 105 | 190 | 50.70% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 70 | 50 | 115 | 30.70% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 50 | 10 | 70 | 18.70% |
Below national average 16.0% of Arcola's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Arcola
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Arcola. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Arcola is at 3.90% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 74.75% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.90% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Arcola, 45.0% worked full year full time in the reference year, 32.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 24.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 225 | 45.0% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 160 | 32.0% |
| Did not work | 120 | 24.0% |
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 Arcola's population (around 63.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 70 men and 15 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 85.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 70 | 15 | 85 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Arcola industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Arcola is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Arcola has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (17%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 17%, followed by Construction at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 65 | 0 | 17% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 60 | 17% |
| Construction | 35 | 10 | 10% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 30 | 0 | 9% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 20 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 10 | 7% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 15 | 10 | 5% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 15 | 5% |
| Educational services | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Arcola residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Arcola: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (17%), Health care and social assistance (17%), Construction (10%)
Top occupation categories in Arcola: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (23%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (18%)
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 | 65 | 130 | 190 | 51.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 90 | 15 | 105 | 28.40% |
| Worked at home | 30 | 30 | 60 | 16.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Arcola 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 Arcola residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Arcola 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 | 45.80% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 37.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 10.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 6.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Arcola 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 Arcola'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.
English is the most spoken official language in Arcola. About 630 people living in the town speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 630 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 3.1% of Arcola's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 96.9% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 615 | 96.9% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 20 | 3.1% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| English | 93.7% | 96.1% |
| Non-official languages | 4.7% | 3.1% |
| French | 0.8% | 0.0% |
Religion
Arcola is predominantly Christian. About 360 of its population is Christian (155 males and 205 females).
The second largest religion in the town 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 | 52.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
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Methodology
- Data vintage: Reference date was Census Day, May 11, 2021. Statistics Canada released this profile in stages starting February 9, 2022, with later characteristics added through the remainder of 2022.
- Rounding & suppression: To protect respondent confidentiality, Statistics Canada randomly rounds every count shown here, and withholds some characteristics entirely for areas with very small populations. This is why a small number of figures on this page may show as unavailable for smaller places — it reflects a StatCan privacy rule, not missing data on our end.
- Next update: These are the most recent figures available. Canada's next census is scheduled for May 2026, with results expected to begin release in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arcola
What is the population of Arcola?
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Arcola has a population of 636 people, making it the 217th town in Saskatchewan. The population declined moderately from 657 in 2016, a decrease of 21 people or 3.20%. The town has a population density of 183.8 people per km² across a land area of 3.46 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Is the population of Arcola growing?
Arcola's population declined by 3.20% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 657 to 636 people, a loss of 21 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 36.40 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
What is the population density of Arcola?
Arcola has a population density of approximately 183.80 people per square kilometre.
How large is Arcola?
Arcola covers a land area of approximately 3.46 km².
What is the median age in Arcola?
The median age of the population in Arcola is 36.40 years.
What is the largest ethnic group in Arcola?
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Arcola is German.
What is the median household income in Arcola?
The median household income in Arcola is $85,000, based on 2020 data.
What is the most spoken language in Arcola?
English is the most common first official language spoken in Arcola.
What is the main religion in Arcola?
Christian is the predominant religion in Arcola.
What percentage of Arcola's population is Indigenous?
According to the 2021 Census, 1.5% of Arcola's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
What percentage of Arcola residents are Canadian citizens?
97.1% of Arcola's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
What percentage of families in Arcola are one-parent families?
One-parent families make up 13.9% of census families in Arcola, according to the 2021 Census.
Are there many multigenerational households in Arcola?
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Arcola, per the 2021 Census.
What percentage of Arcola's population is bilingual in English and French?
3.1% of Arcola's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
What percentage of Arcola's workforce works full-time year-round?
Of the population aged 15 and over in Arcola, 45.0% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
Why isn't 2026 census data for Arcola available yet?
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.