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

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

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Carlyle. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 5.41 km2. The town has a population density of 281.90 people per km2.

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

Carlyle on the Map

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Carlyle has a population of around 1,524 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Carlyle has increased by 1.06%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
1,5081,524 +1.06%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.21% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Carlyle's population is projected to reach approximately 1,540 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 284.66 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
1,5241,540284.66

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 Carlyle is around 755 while the female population is around 770.

Of the 1,524 total population in Carlyle, the largest gender is female with around 770 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
755770 +1.95%

Is Carlyle a Good Place to Live?

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

Employment & Economy

3.7%
Unemployment rate
4.7 pts below the province
69.6%
Employment rate
9.7 pts above the province
71.8%
Participation rate
6.4 pts above the province

Income & Affordability

$91,000
Median household income
$9,000 above the province
8.2%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
5.2 pts below the province

Commute

83.1%
Commute under 30 minutes
0.7 pts above the province
90.5%
Commute by car
0.2 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.8 pts below the province

Housing Character

73.4%
Single-detached houses
1.8 pts above the province
7.3%
Apartments (any building size)
11.5 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.40 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
30.6%
One-person households
1.7 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Carlyle has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 30 to 34 years old, accounting for 8.20% of the total population. The town median age is 36.40.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
30 to 34 years65 8.60%65 8.40% 0.00%125 8.20%
10 to 14 years60 7.90%60 7.80% 0.00%120 7.90%
5 to 9 years55 7.30%55 7.10% 0.00%110 7.20%
40 to 44 years50 6.60%60 7.80% 16.67%110 7.20%
35 to 39 years55 7.30%50 6.50% 9.09%105 6.90%
0 to 4 years60 7.90%40 5.20% 33.33%100 6.60%
25 to 29 years45 6.00%50 6.50% 10.00%100 6.60%
15 to 19 years50 6.60%45 5.80% 10.00%95 6.30%
50 to 54 years45 6.00%45 5.80% 0.00%90 5.90%
20 to 24 years40 5.30%45 5.80% 11.11%85 5.60%
60 to 64 years45 6.00%35 4.50% 22.22%80 5.30%
55 to 59 years35 4.60%45 5.80% 22.22%75 4.90%
45 to 49 years40 5.30%35 4.50% 12.50%70 4.60%
65 to 69 years30 4.00%35 4.50% 14.29%60 3.90%
85 years and over20 2.60%35 4.50% 42.86%60 3.90%
70 to 74 years30 4.00%25 3.20% 16.67%55 3.60%
80 to 84 years15 2.00%20 2.60% 25.00%40 2.60%
Average age of the population38 37.80%40 39.80% 5.03%39 38.80%
Median age of the population36 36.00%37 36.80% 0.00%36 36.40%
75 to 79 years15 2.00%20 2.60% 25.00%35 2.30%
85 to 89 years10 1.30%20 2.60% 50.00%30 2.00%

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 61.50% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 21.70% and 17.10%, respectively.

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

DataMaleFemaleTotal
0 to 14 years23.20%20.10%21.70%
65 years and over15.90%17.50%17.10%

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Population of Carlyle by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Carlyle is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Carlyle 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 Scottish, which accounts for 28.96% of the total population, followed by English (27.95%), German (20.54%), Irish (19.87%), and Canadian (12.12%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Ukrainian, Filipino, Norwegian, and Dutch.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Scottish28.57%30.00%28.96%
English28.57%27.33%27.95%
German20.41%20.00%20.54%
Irish21.77%18.00%19.87%
Canadian11.56%12.00%12.12%
French10.20%14.00%11.78%
Ukrainian12.24%10.67%11.78%
Filipino5.44%9.33%7.74%
Norwegian6.80%7.33%7.41%
Dutch6.80%2.67%4.38%

Immigration Profile

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

About 9.8% of Carlyle's population are immigrants (145 people).

The top countries of origin for Carlyle's immigrant population are Philippines (105), United States of America (15), Korea, South (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
Philippines105
United States of America15
Korea, South10
Brazil0
Colombia0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 455 of Carlyle's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 16.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.30% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.25%, 6.45%, and 4.05%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons20516.55%
1 person19015.30%
4 persons907.25%
3 persons806.45%
5 or more persons504.05%

Income in Carlyle

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

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Carlyle is $48,000.

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 Carlyle population or around 185 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 185 and 165 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Carlyle's median household income is $91,000, according to 2020 data.

Above national average Carlyle's median household income is 7,000 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 Carlyle

This data sheds light on the distribution of Carlyle 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.

55.10% or most of the Carlyle population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.25% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.10% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.65% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree4555451,00055.10%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate35029064034.25%
Bachelor's degree or higher11020031017.10%
No certificate, diploma or degree11510021510.65%

Below national average 17.1% of Carlyle's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Carlyle

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Carlyle. 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 2.64% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate69.60%
Unemployment rate2.64%

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 Carlyle's population (around 71.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 65 men and 50 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 115.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed6550115

Employment Industry Sectors

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

Carlyle has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (15%) works in the retail trade sector. The Accommodation and food services sector comes second at 12%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 11%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Retail trade556515%
Accommodation and food services356012%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction702011%
Educational services255510%
Health care and social assistance0709%
Public administration30308%
Manufacturing30106%
Professional, scientific and technical services15205%
Other services (except public administration)15205%
Transportation and warehousing30104%
Construction3004%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting15103%
Utilities2503%
Wholesale trade1502%
Information and cultural industries001%
Real estate and rental and leasing001%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1001%
Arts, entertainment and recreation0101%
Finance and insurance000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

Labour Market Snapshot

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

Top employer sectors in Carlyle: -45 Retail trade (15%), Accommodation and food services (12%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (11%)

Top occupation categories in Carlyle: Sales and service occupations (27%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (16%)

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 work26032558073.90%
No fixed workplace address1402015519.70%
Worked at home1040506.40%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

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

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Carlyle 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
Less than 15 minutes71.60%
15 to 29 minutes11.50%
30 to 44 minutes8.10%
60 minutes and over6.10%
45 to 59 minutes1.40%

Marital Status

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

Married or living common-law
60.25%
Married or living common-law
39.75%

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 Carlyle. About 1,470 people living in the province speak English, 10 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.

LanguagePopulation
English1,470
French10
Neither English nor French5
English and 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
English87.9%93.9%
Non-official languages9.4%4.4%
French1.0%0.3%

Religion

Carlyle is predominantly Christian. About 895 of its population is Christian (415 males and 415 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
Christian60.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Points of Interest in Carlyle

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlyle

According to the 2021 census, Carlyle has a population of approximately 1,524 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Carlyle increased by 1.06%.

Carlyle has a population density of approximately 281.90 people per square kilometre.

Carlyle covers a land area of approximately 5.41 km².

The median age of the population in Carlyle is 36.40 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Carlyle is Scottish.

The median household income in Carlyle is $91,000, based on 2020 data.

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

Christian is the predominant religion in Carlyle.

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.