Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Grassy Creek No. 78 has a population of around 341 people. The township's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Grassy Creek No. 78 has decreased by -6.32%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 364 | 341 | --6.32% |
2026 Population Projection
Grassy Creek No. 78's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 341 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Grassy Creek No. 78 is around 185 while the female population is around 160.
Of the 341 total population in Grassy Creek No. 78, the largest gender is male with around 185 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 185 | 160 | -13.51% |
Is Grassy Creek No. 78 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Grassy Creek No. 78 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.
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- Wise Creek No. 77 (29.8 km)
- Arlington No. 79 (31.6 km)
- Val Marie No. 17 (44.5 km)
- Lac Pelletier No. 107 (47.4 km)
- Carmichael No. 109 (48.7 km)
- Lone Tree No. 18 (49.1 km)
- White Valley No. 49 (52.7 km)
- Auvergne No. 76 (57.6 km)
- Webb No. 138 (59.0 km)
- Glen McPherson No. 46 (61.7 km)
- Frontier No. 19 (65.2 km)
- Whiska Creek No. 106 (70.4 km)
- Gull Lake No. 139 (74.1 km)
- Swift Current No. 137 (75.2 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Grassy Creek No. 78 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 10.10% of the total population. The township median age is 41.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 42 42.00% | 41 40.80% | 4.76% | 41 41.20% |
| Average age of the population | 40 39.60% | 41 41.20% | 4.85% | 40 40.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 20 10.80% | 10 6.30% | 50.00% | 35 10.10% |
| 10 to 14 years | 15 8.10% | 20 12.50% | 25.00% | 30 8.70% |
| 65 to 69 years | 10 5.40% | 15 9.40% | 33.33% | 30 8.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 5.40% | 15 9.40% | 33.33% | 25 7.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15 8.10% | 15 9.40% | 0.00% | 25 7.20% |
| 55 to 59 years | 15 8.10% | 10 6.30% | 33.33% | 25 7.20% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 8.10% | 10 6.30% | 33.33% | 25 7.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 5.40% | 5 3.10% | 50.00% | 20 5.80% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.30% | 0.00% | 20 5.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.30% | 0.00% | 20 5.80% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.30% | 0.00% | 15 4.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 10 5.40% | 10 6.30% | 0.00% | 15 4.30% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15 8.10% | 10 6.30% | 33.33% | 15 4.30% |
| 20 to 24 years | 5 2.70% | 5 3.10% | 0.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 5.40% | 5 3.10% | 50.00% | 10 2.90% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 2.70% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.40% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 1.40% |
Broader Age Groups
If the township'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 56.50% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 24.60% and 18.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Grassy Creek No. 78 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Grassy Creek No. 78
Population of Grassy Creek No. 78 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Grassy Creek No. 78 is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Grassy Creek No. 78 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 German, which accounts for 41.03% of the total population, followed by English (30.77%), Irish (17.95%), Scottish (16.67%), and Canadian (14.10%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Ukrainian, Norwegian, Romanian, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 47.62% | 30.56% | 41.03% |
| English | 23.81% | 38.89% | 30.77% |
| Irish | 11.90% | 25.00% | 17.95% |
| Scottish | 11.90% | 22.22% | 16.67% |
| Canadian | 21.43% | 5.56% | 14.10% |
| French | 16.67% | 8.33% | 12.82% |
| Ukrainian | 9.52% | 13.89% | 11.54% |
| Norwegian | 4.76% | 16.67% | 10.26% |
| Romanian | 7.14% | 13.89% | 10.26% |
| Swedish | 4.76% | 8.33% | 7.69% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Grassy Creek No. 78's population profile.
About 2.6% of Grassy Creek No. 78's population are immigrants (10 people).
The top countries of origin for Grassy Creek No. 78'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 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 120 of Grassy Creek No. 78's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 21.15% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.55% of the population. 5 or more persons, 4 persons, and 3 persons households account for 7.70%, 5.75%, and 3.85%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 55 | 21.15% |
| 1 person | 30 | 11.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 20 | 7.70% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 5.75% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 3.85% |
Income in Grassy Creek No. 78
Analyzing income distribution in Grassy Creek No. 78 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Grassy Creek No. 78 is $46,800.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Grassy Creek No. 78 population or around 55 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and Under $10,000 with around 45 and 25 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Grassy Creek No. 78's median household income is $90,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Grassy Creek No. 78's median household income is 6,000 dollars above the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Grassy Creek No. 78
This data sheds light on the distribution of Grassy Creek No. 78 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.
41.10% or most of the Grassy Creek No. 78 population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 37.85% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 23.95% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 7.85% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 105 | 85 | 185 | 41.10% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 55 | 115 | 170 | 37.85% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 85 | 25 | 110 | 23.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 35 | 35 | 7.85% |
Below national average 7.9% of Grassy Creek No. 78's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Grassy Creek No. 78
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Grassy Creek No. 78. 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 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 71.43% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Grassy Creek No. 78's population (around 56.40%) are working self-employed as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 70 men and 45 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 110.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 70 | 45 | 110 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Grassy Creek No. 78 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Grassy Creek No. 78 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Grassy Creek No. 78 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (56%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 5%, followed by Wholesale trade at 5%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 70 | 40 | 56% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 10 | 0 | 5% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 0 | 5% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 5% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| Public administration | 0 | 10 | 5% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation 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 Grassy Creek No. 78 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Grassy Creek No. 78: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (56%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (5%), Wholesale trade (5%)
Top occupation categories in Grassy Creek No. 78: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (54%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%), Business, finance and administration occupations (10%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worked at home | 60 | 50 | 105 | 52.50% |
| Usual place of work | 30 | 35 | 65 | 32.50% |
| No fixed workplace address | 25 | 0 | 25 | 12.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Grassy Creek No. 78 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 Grassy Creek No. 78 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Grassy Creek No. 78 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 38.90% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 11.10% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Grassy Creek No. 78shed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Grassy Creek No. 78's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights township'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 Grassy Creek No. 78. About 340 people living in the province 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 | 340 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor 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 | 98.5% | 100.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Grassy Creek No. 78 is predominantly Christian. About 235 of its population is Christian (110 males and 110 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 60.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Grassy Creek No. 78
Parks
Green Spaces in Grassy Creek No. 78
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Park | Parks | 2.2 ha |
| Jubliee Park | Parks | 11.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grassy Creek No. 78
According to the 2021 census, Grassy Creek No. 78 has a population of approximately 341 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Grassy Creek No. 78 decreased by 6.32%.
Grassy Creek No. 78 has a population density of approximately 0.40 people per square kilometre.
Grassy Creek No. 78 covers a land area of approximately 831.45 km².
The median age of the population in Grassy Creek No. 78 is 41.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Grassy Creek No. 78 is German.
The median household income in Grassy Creek No. 78 is $90,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Grassy Creek No. 78.
Christian is the predominant religion in Grassy Creek No. 78.
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.