Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Francis has a population of around 182 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Francis has decreased by ▼ -16.13%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 217 | 182 | --16.13% |
2026 Population Projection
Francis's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 182 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Francis Population Trend & Context
Francis had a 2021 census population of 182 — a decline of 35 (▼ 16.13%) people from the 217 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 39.6 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Francis is around 100 while the female population is around 85.
Of the 182 total population in Francis, the largest gender is male with around 100 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 85 | -15.00% |
Is Francis a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Francis 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.
Francis Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Francis compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Francis | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 39.6 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13.7% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Francis has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 13.90% of the total population. The town median age is 39.60.
| 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 58.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 22.20% and 19.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Francis are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 55.00% | 52.90% | 58.30% |
| 65 years and over | 25.00% | 20.00% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 20.00% | 35.00% |
| 65 years and over | 25.00% | 23.50% | 22.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 20.00% | 23.50% | 19.40% |
Population of Francis by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Francis is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Francis 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 Francis are German, which accounts for 43.90% of the total population, followed by English (31.71%), Scottish (29.27%), Irish (17.07%), and French (12.20%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Francis include Hungarian, Italian, Ukrainian, European, and Bulgarian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 37.50% | 52.94% | 43.90% |
| English | 29.17% | 35.29% | 31.71% |
| Scottish | 20.83% | 41.18% | 29.27% |
| Irish | 12.50% | 23.53% | 17.07% |
| French | 8.33% | 17.65% | 12.20% |
| Hungarian | 16.67% | 0.00% | 12.20% |
| Italian | 0.00% | 11.76% | 7.32% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 11.76% | 4.88% |
| European | 8.33% | 0.00% | 4.88% |
| Bulgarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Francis
About 0.00% of Francis'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 Francis's population profile.
About 0.0% of Francis's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Francis's immigrant population are Greece (0), Hungary (0), Italy (0), Netherlands (0), Poland (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Greece | 0 |
| Hungary | 0 |
| Italy | 0 |
| Netherlands | 0 |
| Poland | 0 |
87.8% of Francis's residents (180 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 11.9% are second generation, and 73.8% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 70 of Francis's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.65% of the population. 3 persons, 5 or more persons, and 4 persons households account for 10.00%, 6.65%, and 3.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 30 | 20.00% |
| 1 person | 25 | 16.65% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 10.00% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 6.65% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 3.35% |
Family and Household Structure in Francis
Of census families in Francis, 90.0% are couple families and 10.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.0 people.
31.3% of households in Francis are one-person households, 56.3% are couple-family households, 6.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 25 | 31.3% |
| Couple-family households | 45 | 56.3% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 6.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Francis
Analyzing income distribution in Francis can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Francis 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 Francis 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 Francis's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Francis'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 Francis
This data sheds light on the distribution of Francis 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.
47.10% or most of the Francis population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 35.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 17.60% 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 | 10 | 30 | 40 | 47.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 10 | 30 | 35.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 0 | 15 | 17.60% |
Below national average 17.6% of Francis's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Francis
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Francis. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Francis is at 10.53% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 54.84% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.53% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Francis, 45.2% worked full year full time in the reference year, 22.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 35.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 70 | 45.2% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 35 | 22.6% |
| Did not work | 55 | 35.5% |
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 Francis's population (around 80.00%) 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 Francis industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Francis is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Francis has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 15%, followed by Public administration at 15%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 15 | 20% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 15 | 0 | 15% |
| Public administration | 0 | 10 | 15% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 10% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 10% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Francis residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Francis: Health care and social assistance (20%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (15%), Public administration (15%)
Top occupation categories in Francis: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (40%), Business, finance and administration occupations (20%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (15%)
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 | 25 | 20 | 45 | 50.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 0 | 30 | 33.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 15 | 15 | 16.70% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Francis 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 Francis residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Francis 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 |
|---|---|
| 60 minutes and over | 35.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 28.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 21.40% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 14.30% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Francis 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 Francis'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 Francis. About 180 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 | 180 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.8% of Francis'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 | 180 | 100.0% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 2.8% |
| 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 | 94.4% | 97.2% |
| Non-official languages | 2.8% | 2.8% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Francis is predominantly Christian. About 150 of its population is Christian (90 males and 70 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 | 71.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Francis
- Yellow Grass 39.0 km · 483 people
- Milestone 47.8 km · 682 people
- Qu'Appelle 49.4 km · 625 people
- Indian Head 50.2 km · 1,902 people
- Sintaluta 51.5 km · 124 people
- Balgonie 51.6 km · 1,756 people
- White City 52.0 km · 3,702 people
- Wolseley 55.6 km · 852 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Francis
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Francis has a population of 182 people, making it the 597th town in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 217 in 2016, a decrease of 35 people or 16.13%. The town has a population density of 295.2 people per km² across a land area of 0.62 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Francis's population declined by 16.13% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 217 to 182 people, a loss of 35 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 39.60 years suggests a relatively balanced demographic profile. 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.
Francis has a population density of approximately 295.20 people per square kilometre.
Francis covers a land area of approximately 0.62 km².
The median age of the population in Francis is 39.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Francis is German.
The median household income in Francis is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Francis.
Christian is the predominant religion in Francis.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Francis's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
87.8% of Francis's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 10.0% of census families in Francis, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Francis, per the 2021 Census.
2.8% of Francis'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 Francis, 45.2% 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.