Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Bredenbury has a population of around 386 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Bredenbury has increased by ▲ 3.76%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 372 | 386 | +3.76% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.74% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Bredenbury's population is projected to reach approximately 401 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 86.98 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 386 | 401 | 86.98 |
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.
Bredenbury Population Trend & Context
Bredenbury had a 2021 census population of 386 — an increase of 14 (▲ 3.76%) people from the 372 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown slightly over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Saskatchewan towns. The town's median age of 37.2 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Bredenbury is around 210 while the female population is around 175.
Of the 386 total population in Bredenbury, the largest gender is male with around 210 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 210 | 175 | +16.67% |
Is Bredenbury a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Bredenbury 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.
Bredenbury Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Bredenbury compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Bredenbury | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,500 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.4% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 37.2 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 8.7% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 14.5% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Bredenbury has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 0 to 4 years old, accounting for 10.40% of the total population. The town median age is 37.20.
| 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 62.30% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 22.10% and 16.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Bredenbury are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 50.00% | 35.00% | 85.00% |
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 30.00% | 65.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 59.50% | 65.70% | 62.30% |
| 0 to 14 years | 23.80% | 20.00% | 22.10% |
| 65 years and over | 14.30% | 17.10% | 16.90% |
Population of Bredenbury by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Bredenbury is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Bredenbury 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 Bredenbury are German, which accounts for 31.17% of the total population, followed by English (20.78%), Irish (19.48%), Ukrainian (12.99%), and Canadian (11.69%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Bredenbury include Scottish, Guatemalan, Dutch, Polish, and Welsh.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 39.02% | 22.86% | 31.17% |
| English | 17.07% | 22.86% | 20.78% |
| Irish | 17.07% | 22.86% | 19.48% |
| Ukrainian | 4.88% | 22.86% | 12.99% |
| Canadian | 9.76% | 17.14% | 11.69% |
| Scottish | 7.32% | 14.29% | 10.39% |
| Guatemalan | 14.63% | 5.71% | 10.39% |
| Dutch | 9.76% | 0.00% | 7.79% |
| Polish | 4.88% | 0.00% | 5.19% |
| Welsh | 4.88% | 5.71% | 5.19% |
Indigenous Identity in Bredenbury
About 7.89% of Bredenbury's population (30 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 92.11% 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 Bredenbury's population profile.
About 14.5% of Bredenbury's population are immigrants (55 people).
The top countries of origin for Bredenbury'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 |
89.5% of Bredenbury's residents (340 people) are Canadian citizens, and 10.5% are not.
By generation status, 15.6% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 18.2% are second generation, and 64.9% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 145 of Bredenbury's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.65% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 6.25%, 6.25%, and 4.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 60 | 18.75% |
| 1 person | 50 | 15.65% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 6.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 20 | 6.25% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 4.70% |
Family and Household Structure in Bredenbury
Of census families in Bredenbury, 90.9% are couple families and 9.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.
28.1% of households in Bredenbury are one-person households, 59.4% are couple-family households, 3.1% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 45 | 28.1% |
| Couple-family households | 95 | 59.4% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 3.1% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Bredenbury
Analyzing income distribution in Bredenbury can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Bredenbury is $40,000.
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 Bredenbury 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 Under $10,000 with around 45 and 40 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Bredenbury's median household income is $70,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Bredenbury's median household income is 13,500 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 Bredenbury
This data sheds light on the distribution of Bredenbury 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.
35.90% or most of the Bredenbury population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.30% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 30.80% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. (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 | 35 | 30 | 70 | 35.90% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 35 | 25 | 65 | 33.30% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 30 | 30 | 60 | 30.80% |
Below national average 10.3% of Bredenbury's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Bredenbury
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Bredenbury. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Bredenbury is at 9.09% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 53.57% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.09% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Bredenbury, 34.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 23.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 40.0% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 95 | 34.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 65 | 23.6% |
| Did not work | 110 | 40.0% |
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 Bredenbury's population (around 66.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 20 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 20.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 20 | 0 | 20 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Bredenbury industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Bredenbury is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Bredenbury has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the construction sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 12%, followed by Retail trade at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 35 | 0 | 21% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 20 | 0 | 12% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 12% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 15 | 0 | 9% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 10 | 9% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 6% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 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% |
| 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 Bredenbury residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Bredenbury: Construction (21%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (12%), Retail trade (12%)
Top occupation categories in Bredenbury: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (42%), Sales and service occupations (21%), Business, finance and administration occupations (12%)
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 | 60 | 45 | 110 | 71.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 0 | 45 | 29.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Bredenbury 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 Bredenbury residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Bredenbury 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 36.70% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 30.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 23.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 6.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Bredenbury 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 Bredenbury'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 Bredenbury. About 385 people living in the town speak English, 5 people speak Neither English nor French, 0 people speak French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 385 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 1.3% of Bredenbury's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 1.3% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 385 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 1.3% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 1.3% |
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 | 80.5% | 88.3% |
| Non-official languages | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Bredenbury is predominantly Christian. About 290 of its population is Christian (155 males and 135 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 | 76.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Bredenbury
- Churchbridge 11.7 km · 866 people
- Saltcoats 13.4 km · 473 people
- Langenburg 26.7 km · 1,228 people
- Esterhazy 32.4 km · 2,345 people
- Springside 66.0 km · 478 people
- Rocanville 67.1 km · 889 people
- Kamsack 69.8 km · 1,779 people
- Whitewood 69.9 km · 944 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Bredenbury
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Bredenbury has a population of 386 people, making it the 368th town in Saskatchewan. The population increased moderately from 372 in 2016, an increase of 14 people or 3.76%. The town has a population density of 83.7 people per km² across a land area of 4.61 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Bredenbury's population grew by 3.76% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 372 to 386 people, a gain of 14 residents. This modest growth reflects patterns seen in many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 37.20 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.
Bredenbury has a population density of approximately 83.70 people per square kilometre.
Bredenbury covers a land area of approximately 4.61 km².
The median age of the population in Bredenbury is 37.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Bredenbury is German.
The median household income in Bredenbury is $70,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Bredenbury.
Christian is the predominant religion in Bredenbury.
According to the 2021 Census, 7.8% of Bredenbury's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
89.5% of Bredenbury's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 9.1% of census families in Bredenbury, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Bredenbury, per the 2021 Census.
1.3% of Bredenbury'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 Bredenbury, 34.5% 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.