Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Kindersley has a population of around 4,567 people. The town's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Kindersley has decreased by -0.65%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,597 | 4,567 | --0.65% |
2026 Population Projection
Kindersley's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 4,567 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Kindersley is around 2,315 while the female population is around 2,250.
Of the 4,567 total population in Kindersley, the largest gender is male with around 2,315 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,315 | 2,250 | -2.81% |
Is Kindersley a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Kindersley 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.
Other Towns Near Kindersley
- Eatonia (31.6 km)
- Eston (45.3 km)
- Kerrobert (49.7 km)
- Leader (70.0 km)
- Luseland (70.1 km)
- Rosetown (81.3 km)
- Elrose (83.7 km)
- Zealandia (98.9 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Kindersley has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 30 to 34 years old, accounting for 7.70% of the total population. The town median age is 40.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 to 34 years | 180 7.80% | 165 7.30% | 8.33% | 350 7.70% |
| 55 to 59 years | 175 7.60% | 170 7.60% | 2.86% | 350 7.70% |
| 60 to 64 years | 175 7.60% | 175 7.80% | 0.00% | 350 7.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 170 7.30% | 175 7.80% | 2.86% | 345 7.50% |
| 40 to 44 years | 160 6.90% | 135 6.00% | 15.63% | 290 6.30% |
| 0 to 4 years | 155 6.70% | 120 5.30% | 22.58% | 275 6.00% |
| 10 to 14 years | 145 6.30% | 135 6.00% | 6.90% | 275 6.00% |
| 25 to 29 years | 135 5.80% | 140 6.20% | 3.57% | 275 6.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 135 5.80% | 125 5.60% | 7.41% | 260 5.70% |
| 20 to 24 years | 145 6.30% | 115 5.10% | 20.69% | 260 5.70% |
| 45 to 49 years | 130 5.60% | 120 5.30% | 7.69% | 250 5.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 125 5.40% | 120 5.30% | 4.00% | 250 5.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 130 5.60% | 115 5.10% | 11.54% | 245 5.40% |
| 65 to 69 years | 125 5.40% | 90 4.00% | 28.00% | 220 4.80% |
| 85 years and over | 55 2.40% | 140 6.20% | 60.71% | 195 4.30% |
| 70 to 74 years | 75 3.20% | 75 3.30% | 0.00% | 160 3.50% |
| 75 to 79 years | 45 1.90% | 70 3.10% | 35.71% | 115 2.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 50 2.20% | 55 2.40% | 9.09% | 105 2.30% |
| 85 to 89 years | 35 1.50% | 70 3.10% | 50.00% | 105 2.30% |
| 90 to 94 years | 15 0.60% | 50 2.20% | 70.00% | 65 1.40% |
| Average age of the population | 40 39.70% | 43 42.90% | 6.99% | 41 41.30% |
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 65.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 17.40% and 17.30%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Kindersley are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 38.80% | 41.20% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.60% | 16.40% | 17.40% |
| 65 years and over | 15.30% | 19.30% | 17.30% |
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Population of Kindersley by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Kindersley is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Kindersley 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 36.71% of the total population, followed by English (28.47%), Scottish (20.12%), Irish (18.59%), and Canadian (12.59%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include French, Filipino, Ukrainian, Norwegian, and Russian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 35.39% | 38.11% | 36.71% |
| English | 27.40% | 29.61% | 28.47% |
| Scottish | 22.60% | 17.72% | 20.12% |
| Irish | 18.49% | 18.69% | 18.59% |
| Canadian | 13.93% | 11.17% | 12.59% |
| French | 8.68% | 11.65% | 10.12% |
| Filipino | 7.53% | 9.22% | 8.24% |
| Ukrainian | 7.76% | 8.01% | 7.88% |
| Norwegian | 7.08% | 8.01% | 7.65% |
| Russian | 5.48% | 3.88% | 4.59% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Kindersley's population profile.
About 11.3% of Kindersley's population are immigrants (480 people).
The top countries of origin for Kindersley's immigrant population are Philippines (330), India (70), South Africa, Republic of (25), United Kingdom (15), Brazil (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 330 |
| India | 70 |
| South Africa, Republic of | 25 |
| United Kingdom | 15 |
| Brazil | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,310 of Kindersley's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 16.90% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 16.20% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.95%, 6.40%, and 3.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 620 | 16.90% |
| 1 person | 595 | 16.20% |
| 4 persons | 255 | 6.95% |
| 3 persons | 235 | 6.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 130 | 3.55% |
Income in Kindersley
Analyzing income distribution in Kindersley can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Kindersley is $47,200.
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 Kindersley population or around 600 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 580 and 540 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Kindersley's median household income is $89,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Kindersley's median household income is 5,000 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 Kindersley
This data sheds light on the distribution of Kindersley 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.
51.50% or most of the Kindersley population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.95% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 14.95% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.55% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,340 | 1,605 | 2,945 | 51.50% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 1,040 | 940 | 1,975 | 33.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 345 | 495 | 850 | 14.95% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 595 | 295 | 890 | 14.55% |
Below national average 15.0% of Kindersley's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Kindersley
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Kindersley. 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 4.74% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 68.97% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.74% |
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 Kindersley's population (around 69.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 310 men and 155 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 465.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 310 | 155 | 465 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Kindersley industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Kindersley is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Kindersley has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (18%) works in the retail trade sector. The Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector comes second at 13%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 255 | 210 | 18% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 285 | 35 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 40 | 260 | 12% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 145 | 35 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 60 | 105 | 6% |
| Educational services | 15 | 135 | 6% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 85 | 65 | 6% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 95 | 30 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 55 | 65 | 5% |
| Construction | 95 | 20 | 5% |
| Wholesale trade | 65 | 40 | 4% |
| Public administration | 50 | 40 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 40 | 30 | 3% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 55 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 20 | 30 | 2% |
| Utilities | 20 | 0 | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 15 | 10 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 15 | 10 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Kindersley residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Kindersley: -45 Retail trade (18%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (13%), Health care and social assistance (12%)
Top occupation categories in Kindersley: Sales and service occupations (30%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (20%), Business, finance and administration occupations (13%)
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 | 840 | 965 | 1,810 | 75.30% |
| No fixed workplace address | 360 | 80 | 440 | 18.30% |
| Worked at home | 80 | 70 | 150 | 6.20% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Kindersley 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 Kindersley residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Kindersley 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 |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 78.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 10.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 6.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 1.80% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Kindersleyshed 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 Kindersley'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 Kindersley. About 4,440 people living in the province speak English, 20 people speak Neither English nor French, 15 people speak French language, and 5 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 4,440 |
| Neither English nor French | 20 |
| French | 15 |
| English and French | 5 |
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 | 87.4% | 91.9% |
| Non-official languages | 10.1% | 6.4% |
| French | 0.6% | 0.0% |
Religion
Kindersley is predominantly Christian. About 2,465 of its population is Christian (1,185 males and 1,185 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 1.9% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 0.6% and 0.4% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.2% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 58.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% |
| Islam | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Kindersley
Schools
Parks
- McGowan Park
- Baker Park
- Elk's Park
- Kinsmen Park
- Jurassic Park
- Rutley Crescent Park
- Welcome To Kindersley Rest Stop
Green Spaces in Kindersley
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| McGowan Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Baker Park | Parks | 1.1 ha |
| Elk's Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Jurassic Park | Parks | 0.7 ha |
| Rutley Crescent Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Welcome To Kindersley Rest Stop | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Kindersley Regional Park | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kindersley
According to the 2021 census, Kindersley has a population of approximately 4,567 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Kindersley decreased by 0.65%.
Kindersley has a population density of approximately 353.70 people per square kilometre.
Kindersley covers a land area of approximately 12.91 km².
The median age of the population in Kindersley is 40.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Kindersley is German.
The median household income in Kindersley is $89,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Kindersley.
Christian is the predominant religion in Kindersley.
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.