Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Fleming has a population of around 70 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Fleming has decreased by ▼ -16.67%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 84 | 70 | --16.67% |
2026 Population Projection
Fleming's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 70 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Fleming Population Trend & Context
Fleming had a 2021 census population of 70 — a decline of 14 (▼ 16.67%) people from the 84 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan towns. The town's median age of 50 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 Fleming is around 30 while the female population is around 40.
Of the 70 total population in Fleming, the largest gender is female with around 40 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 40 | -25.00% |
Is Fleming a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Fleming 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.
Fleming Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Fleming compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Fleming | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 50 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Fleming has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 45 to 49 years old, accounting for 14.30% of the total population. The town median age is 50.00.
| 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 71.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 14.30% and 14.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Fleming are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 75.00% | 71.40% |
| Total - Age groups of the population - 100% data | 30.00% | 40.00% | 70.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 20.00% | 30.00% | 50.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 16.70% | 12.50% | 14.30% |
| 65 years and over | 16.70% | 12.50% | 14.30% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.00% | 5.00% | 10.00% |
| 65 years and over | 5.00% | 5.00% | 10.00% |
Population of Fleming by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Fleming is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Fleming 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 Fleming are Canadian, which accounts for 27.27% of the total population, followed by French (18.18%), German (18.18%), Norwegian (0.00%), and Welsh (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Fleming include Portuguese, American, Spanish, Swedish, and Hungarian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 50.00% | 28.57% | 27.27% |
| French | 0.00% | 28.57% | 18.18% |
| German | 50.00% | 0.00% | 18.18% |
| Norwegian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Welsh | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Portuguese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| American | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Spanish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Swedish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Hungarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Fleming
About 0.00% of Fleming's population (0 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 100.00% 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 Fleming's population profile.
About 0.0% of Fleming's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Fleming'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 |
100.0% of Fleming's residents (55 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 30 of Fleming's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.65% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.35%, 0.00%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 15 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 10 | 16.65% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 8.35% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Fleming
Of census families in Fleming, 100.0% are couple families and 0.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
28.6% of households in Fleming are one-person households, 57.1% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 28.6% |
| Couple-family households | 20 | 57.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Fleming
Analyzing income distribution in Fleming can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Fleming is $0.
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 Fleming population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Fleming's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Fleming's median household income is 84,000 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 Fleming
This data sheds light on the distribution of Fleming 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.
57.10% or most of the Fleming population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.60% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 28.60% 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 | 0 | 15 | 20 | 57.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 | 0 | 10 | 28.60% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 10 | 28.60% |
Below national average 0.0% of Fleming's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Fleming
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Fleming. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Fleming is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 60.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Fleming, 45.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 36.4% worked part year and/or part time, and 18.2% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 25 | 45.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 20 | 36.4% |
| Did not work | 10 | 18.2% |
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 Fleming's population (around 100.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Fleming industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Fleming is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Fleming has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (50%) works in the retail trade sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 33%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 10 | 0 | 50% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 33% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 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% |
| Educational 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 Fleming residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Fleming: Retail trade (50%), Health care and social assistance (33%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Fleming: Sales and service occupations (50%), Health occupations (33%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (33%)
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 | 15 | 15 | 30 | 100.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Fleming 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 Fleming residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Fleming 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 |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 66.70% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Fleming 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 Fleming'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 Fleming. About 70 people living in the town speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 70 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Fleming's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 70 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Fleming is predominantly Christian. About 25 of its population is Christian (10 males and 15 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 | 45.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Fleming
- Moosomin 13.7 km · 2,657 people
- Rocanville 36.8 km · 889 people
- Wapella 38.9 km · 278 people
- Wawota 41.2 km · 555 people
- Redvers 57.3 km · 1,008 people
- Whitewood 60.9 km · 944 people
- Carlyle 73.0 km · 1,524 people
- Esterhazy 75.9 km · 2,345 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Fleming
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Fleming has a population of 70 people, making it the 737th town in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 84 in 2016, a decrease of 14 people or 16.67%. The town has a population density of 37.0 people per km² across a land area of 1.89 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Fleming's population declined by 16.67% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 84 to 70 people, a loss of 14 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 50.00 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (33.3%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Fleming has a population density of approximately 37.00 people per square kilometre.
Fleming covers a land area of approximately 1.89 km².
The median age of the population in Fleming is 50.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Fleming is Canadian.
The median household income in Fleming is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Fleming.
Christian is the predominant religion in Fleming.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Fleming's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Fleming's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 0.0% of census families in Fleming, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Fleming, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Fleming'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 Fleming, 45.5% 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.