Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Esterhazy has a population of around 2,345 people. The 's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Esterhazy has decreased by -6.27%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,502 | 2,345 | --6.27% |
2026 Population Projection
Esterhazy's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 2,345 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Esterhazy is around 1,155 while the female population is around 1,185.
Of the 2,345 total population in Esterhazy, the largest gender is female with around 1,185 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1,155 | 1,185 | -2.53% |
Is Esterhazy a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Esterhazy compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
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Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Population by Age Characteristics
Esterhazy has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 7.50% of the total population. The median age is 44.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 80 6.90% | 95 8.00% | 15.79% | 175 7.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 85 7.40% | 80 6.80% | 5.88% | 165 7.00% |
| 60 to 64 years | 85 7.40% | 80 6.80% | 5.88% | 165 7.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 70 6.10% | 70 5.90% | 0.00% | 145 6.20% |
| 45 to 49 years | 75 6.50% | 75 6.30% | 0.00% | 145 6.20% |
| 25 to 29 years | 70 6.10% | 70 5.90% | 0.00% | 140 6.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 75 6.50% | 70 5.90% | 6.67% | 140 6.00% |
| 65 to 69 years | 70 6.10% | 65 5.50% | 7.14% | 135 5.80% |
| 15 to 19 years | 60 5.20% | 65 5.50% | 7.69% | 130 5.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 65 5.60% | 60 5.10% | 7.69% | 130 5.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 55 4.80% | 70 5.90% | 21.43% | 125 5.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 60 5.20% | 65 5.50% | 7.69% | 120 5.10% |
| 30 to 34 years | 65 5.60% | 60 5.10% | 7.69% | 120 5.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 70 6.10% | 45 3.80% | 35.71% | 115 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 55 4.80% | 50 4.20% | 9.09% | 110 4.70% |
| 85 years and over | 40 3.50% | 70 5.90% | 42.86% | 110 4.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 40 3.50% | 55 4.60% | 27.27% | 100 4.30% |
| 80 to 84 years | 40 3.50% | 50 4.20% | 20.00% | 85 3.60% |
| 85 to 89 years | 20 1.70% | 40 3.40% | 50.00% | 65 2.80% |
| Median age of the population | 43 43.20% | 47 46.80% | 6.41% | 45 44.80% |
| Average age of the population | 43 42.80% | 46 46.10% | 8.68% | 45 44.50% |
Broader Age Groups
If the '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 60.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 23.70% and 16.00%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Esterhazy are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 21.20% | 26.20% | 23.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 17.30% | 14.80% | 16.00% |
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Population of Esterhazy by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Esterhazy is quite diverse, which contributes to the 's vibrant cultural landscape. Esterhazy 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 23.03% of the total population, followed by German (20.39%), Scottish (19.30%), Canadian (14.91%), and Irish (12.28%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Czech, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 23.56% | 22.51% | 23.03% |
| German | 17.78% | 22.94% | 20.39% |
| Scottish | 16.89% | 21.21% | 19.30% |
| Canadian | 15.11% | 14.72% | 14.91% |
| Irish | 11.56% | 13.42% | 12.28% |
| French | 13.33% | 8.23% | 10.53% |
| Hungarian | 9.33% | 10.82% | 10.09% |
| Ukrainian | 8.44% | 8.66% | 8.33% |
| Czech | 7.56% | 8.23% | 7.89% |
| Swedish | 4.00% | 9.52% | 6.80% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Esterhazy's population profile.
About 11.0% of Esterhazy's population are immigrants (250 people).
The top countries of origin for Esterhazy's immigrant population are Philippines (100), Mexico (30), China (15), India (15), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 100 |
| Mexico | 30 |
| China | 15 |
| India | 15 |
| Brazil | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 840 of Esterhazy's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 18.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.85%, 5.60%, and 2.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 390 | 18.20% |
| 1 person | 385 | 18.00% |
| 3 persons | 125 | 5.85% |
| 4 persons | 120 | 5.60% |
| 5 or more persons | 50 | 2.35% |
Income in Esterhazy
Analyzing income distribution in Esterhazy can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Esterhazy is $47,600.
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 's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Esterhazy population or around 230 people falls in the $100,000 to $149,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 215 and 195 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Esterhazy's median household income is $91,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Esterhazy'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 '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 's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Esterhazy
This data sheds light on the distribution of Esterhazy 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.
57.95% or most of the Esterhazy population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 29.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.75% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.00% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 955 | 780 | 1,735 | 57.95% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 360 | 545 | 910 | 29.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 215 | 315 | 530 | 17.75% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 220 | 215 | 435 | 13.00% |
Below national average 17.8% of Esterhazy's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Esterhazy
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Esterhazy. 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 3.16% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 61.58% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.16% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the who work as an employee. The majority of Esterhazy's population (around 75.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the , there are 60 men and 70 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 125.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 60 | 70 | 125 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Esterhazy industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Esterhazy is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Esterhazy has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (26%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 13%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 265 | 55 | 26% |
| Retail trade | 75 | 90 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 25 | 135 | 13% |
| Construction | 70 | 15 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 15 | 65 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 40 | 25 | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 40 | 15 | 5% |
| Educational services | 10 | 35 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 15 | 30 | 4% |
| Public administration | 10 | 20 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 25 | 10 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 10 | 25 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 2% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 20 | 10 | 2% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 15 | 10 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 15 | 1% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Esterhazy residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Esterhazy: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (26%), -45 Retail trade (13%), Health care and social assistance (13%)
Top occupation categories in Esterhazy: Sales and service occupations (27%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (20%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (11%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the . 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 | 500 | 465 | 965 | 82.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 75 | 45 | 120 | 10.30% |
| Worked at home | 50 | 30 | 80 | 6.80% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Esterhazy 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 Esterhazy residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Esterhazy spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the 's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the .
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 60.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 25.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 7.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.10% |
| 60 minutes and over | 2.30% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Esterhazyshed 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 's social fabric. We can gain insights into Esterhazy's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights '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 Esterhazy. About 2,270 people living in the province speak English, 15 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 2,270 |
| French | 15 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and 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 | 88.0% | 93.5% |
| Non-official languages | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| French | 0.9% | 0.2% |
Religion
Esterhazy is predominantly Christian. About 1,440 of its population is Christian (640 males and 640 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 1.1% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Sikh represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 63.0% |
| Islam | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Esterhazy
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Places to Visit in Esterhazy
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Green Spaces in Esterhazy
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Esterhazy Regional Park | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Esterhazy
According to the 2021 census, Esterhazy has a population of approximately 2,345 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Esterhazy decreased by 6.27%.
Esterhazy has a population density of approximately 421.60 people per square kilometre.
Esterhazy covers a land area of approximately 5.56 km².
The median age of the population in Esterhazy is 44.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Esterhazy is English.
The median household income in Esterhazy is $91,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Esterhazy.
Christian is the predominant religion in Esterhazy.
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.