Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Buena Vista has a population of around 646 people. The village's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Buena Vista has increased by ▲ 5.56%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 612 | 646 | +5.56% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.09% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Buena Vista's population is projected to reach approximately 682 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 187.88 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 646 | 682 | 187.88 |
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.
Buena Vista Population Trend & Context
Buena Vista had a 2021 census population of 646 — an increase of 34 (▲ 5.56%) people from the 612 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Saskatchewan villages. The village's median age of 48 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.
Population By Genders
The male population of Buena Vista is around 315 while the female population is around 330.
Of the 646 total population in Buena Vista, the largest gender is female with around 330 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 315 | 330 | +4.55% |
Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Buena Vista 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.
Buena Vista Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Buena Vista compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Buena Vista | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $117,000 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 48 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30.3% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Buena Vista has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 10.10% of the total population. The village median age is 48.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
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 61.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 24.00% and 15.50%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Buena Vista are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 60.30% | 62.10% | 61.20% |
| 65 years and over | 22.20% | 25.80% | 24.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.90% | 13.60% | 15.50% |
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Population of Buena Vista by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Buena Vista is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista are English, which accounts for 38.10% of the total population, followed by German (31.75%), Scottish (23.81%), Irish (16.67%), and French (10.32%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Buena Vista include Polish, Ukrainian, Canadian, Hungarian, and Norwegian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 37.50% | 37.10% | 38.10% |
| German | 28.13% | 35.48% | 31.75% |
| Scottish | 23.44% | 22.58% | 23.81% |
| Irish | 20.31% | 12.90% | 16.67% |
| French | 12.50% | 8.06% | 10.32% |
| Polish | 12.50% | 6.45% | 8.73% |
| Ukrainian | 6.25% | 11.29% | 7.94% |
| Canadian | 9.38% | 4.84% | 7.14% |
| Hungarian | 6.25% | 6.45% | 7.14% |
| Norwegian | 7.81% | 4.84% | 6.35% |
Indigenous Identity in Buena Vista
About 2.38% of Buena Vista's population (15 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 97.62% 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 Buena Vista's population profile.
About 0.0% of Buena Vista's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Buena Vista'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 |
99.2% of Buena Vista's residents (625 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 13.5% are second generation, and 86.5% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 270 of Buena Vista's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 24.10% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.70% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.25%, 5.35%, and 2.70%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 135 | 24.10% |
| 1 person | 60 | 10.70% |
| 3 persons | 35 | 6.25% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 5.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 15 | 2.70% |
Family and Household Structure in Buena Vista
Of census families in Buena Vista, 93.2% are couple families and 6.8% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.7 people.
23.2% of households in Buena Vista are one-person households, 69.6% are couple-family households, 3.6% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 65 | 23.2% |
| Couple-family households | 195 | 69.6% |
| One-parent-family households | 10 | 3.6% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Buena Vista
Analyzing income distribution in Buena Vista can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Buena Vista is $54,400.
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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Buena Vista population or around 80 people falls in the $100,000 to $149,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $10,000 to $29,999 with around 75 and 60 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Buena Vista's median household income is $117,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Buena Vista's median household income is 33,000 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 Buena Vista
This data sheds light on the distribution of Buena Vista 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.
74.60% or most of the Buena Vista population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 23.90% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% 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 | 115 | 135 | 250 | 74.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 35 | 45 | 80 | 23.90% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 32.8% of Buena Vista's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Buena Vista
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Buena Vista. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Buena Vista is at 2.86% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 62.96% |
| Unemployment rate | 2.86% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Buena Vista, 38.9% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 30.6% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 210 | 38.9% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 165 | 30.6% |
| Did not work | 165 | 30.6% |
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 Buena Vista's population (around 62.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 45 men and 30 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 80.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 45 | 30 | 80 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Buena Vista industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Buena Vista is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Buena Vista has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (16%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 13%, followed by Transportation and warehousing at 10%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 20 | 35 | 16% |
| Construction | 40 | 10 | 13% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 25 | 10 | 10% |
| Public administration | 15 | 15 | 9% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 10 | 9% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 10 | 7% |
| Educational services | 0 | 25 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 20 | 6% |
| Utilities | 15 | 0 | 6% |
| Wholesale trade | 15 | 0 | 6% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Buena Vista residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Buena Vista: Health care and social assistance (16%), Construction (13%), Transportation and warehousing (10%)
Top occupation categories in Buena Vista: Sales and service occupations (23%), Business, finance and administration occupations (19%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related 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 | 115 | 115 | 230 | 67.60% |
| Worked at home | 25 | 35 | 60 | 17.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 40 | 10 | 50 | 14.70% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Buena Vista 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 |
|---|---|
| 30 to 44 minutes | 44.60% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 23.20% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 12.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 8.90% |
| 60 minutes and over | 8.90% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Buena Vista 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Buena Vista'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.
English is the most spoken official language in Buena Vista. About 640 people living in the village speak English, 10 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 640 |
| French | 10 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 3.1% of Buena Vista'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 | 625 | 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 | 96.1% | 98.4% |
| Non-official languages | 2.3% | 1.6% |
| French | 1.6% | 0.0% |
Religion
Buena Vista is predominantly Christian. About 400 of its population is Christian (190 males and 205 females).
The second largest religion in the village 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 | 63.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Buena Vista
Schools
Parks
Green Spaces in Buena Vista
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista Park | Parks | 3.1 ha |
| Kilburn Park | Parks | 3.3 ha |
| Gabrial Dumont Park | Parks | 8.2 ha |
| Fred Mitchell Memorial Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
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- Clavet 23.7 km · 450 people
- Vanscoy 24.2 km · 477 people
- Bradwell 34.9 km · 164 people
- Borden 50.8 km · 281 people
- Kinley 52.0 km · 60 people
- Prud'homme 58.5 km · 177 people
- Zelma 59.9 km · 28 people
- Perdue 60.2 km · 313 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Buena Vista
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Buena Vista has a population of 646 people, making it the 211th village in Saskatchewan. The population increased significantly from 612 in 2016, an increase of 34 people or 5.56%. The village has a population density of 177.7 people per km² across a land area of 3.63 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Buena Vista's population grew by 5.56% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 612 to 646 people, a gain of 34 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Saskatchewan villages during this period. The median age of 48.00 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Buena Vista has a population density of approximately 177.70 people per square kilometre.
Buena Vista covers a land area of approximately 3.63 km².
The median age of the population in Buena Vista is 48.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Buena Vista is English.
The median household income in Buena Vista is $117,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Buena Vista.
Christian is the predominant religion in Buena Vista.
According to the 2021 Census, 2.4% of Buena Vista's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
99.2% of Buena Vista's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 7.0% of census families in Buena Vista, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Buena Vista, per the 2021 Census.
3.1% of Buena Vista'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 Buena Vista, 38.9% 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.