Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Mankota has a population of around 198 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Mankota has decreased by ▼ -3.41%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 205 | 198 | --3.41% |
2026 Population Projection
Mankota's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 198 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Mankota Population Trend & Context
Mankota had a 2021 census population of 198 — a decline of 7 (▼ 3.41%) people from the 205 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has seen a slight decline over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan villages. The village's median age of 60.8 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 Mankota is around 100 while the female population is around 100.
Of the 198 total population in Mankota, the largest gender is female with around 100 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 100 | -0.00% |
Is Mankota a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Mankota 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.
Mankota Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Mankota compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Mankota | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 23.1% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 60.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 3.2% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Mankota has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 10.30% of the total population. The village median age is 60.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the village'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 51.30% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 41.00% and 7.70%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Mankota are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 35.00% | 45.00% | 80.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 50.00% | 50.00% | 51.30% |
| 65 years and over | 35.00% | 45.00% | 41.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 10.00% | 5.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 10.00% | 5.00% | 7.70% |
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Population of Mankota by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Mankota is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Mankota is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Mankota are German, which accounts for 42.86% of the total population, followed by English (22.86%), Irish (22.86%), French (20.00%), and Norwegian (17.14%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Mankota include Scottish, Hong Konger, Ontarian, Persian, and Trinidadian/Tobagonian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 50.00% | 36.84% | 42.86% |
| English | 31.25% | 21.05% | 22.86% |
| Irish | 18.75% | 26.32% | 22.86% |
| French | 18.75% | 21.05% | 20.00% |
| Norwegian | 12.50% | 15.79% | 17.14% |
| Scottish | 12.50% | 10.53% | 11.43% |
| Hong Konger | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Ontarian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Persian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Trinidadian/Tobagonian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Mankota
About 8.57% of Mankota's population (15 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 91.43% 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 Mankota's population profile.
About 0.0% of Mankota's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Mankota'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 Mankota's residents (175 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 14.3% are second generation, and 85.7% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 90 of Mankota's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 15.90% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 2.25%, 2.25%, and 2.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 55 | 25.00% |
| 2 persons | 35 | 15.90% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 2.25% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 2.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 2.25% |
Family and Household Structure in Mankota
Of census families in Mankota, 80.0% are couple families and 20.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
54.5% of households in Mankota are one-person households, 36.4% are couple-family households, 4.5% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 60 | 54.5% |
| Couple-family households | 40 | 36.4% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 4.5% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Mankota
Analyzing income distribution in Mankota can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Mankota 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 village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Mankota 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 Mankota's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Mankota'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 village'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 village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Mankota
This data sheds light on the distribution of Mankota 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.
44.40% or most of the Mankota population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 33.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 27.80% 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 | 20 | 25 | 40 | 44.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 15 | 30 | 33.30% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 0 | 25 | 27.80% |
Below national average 0.0% of Mankota's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Mankota
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Mankota. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Mankota is at 21.43% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 34.38% |
| Unemployment rate | 21.43% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Mankota, 12.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 31.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 53.1% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 20 | 12.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 50 | 31.3% |
| Did not work | 85 | 53.1% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Mankota's population (around 64.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, 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 Mankota industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Mankota is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Mankota has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Construction sector comes second at 21%, followed by Educational services at 21%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 0 | 29% |
| Construction | 15 | 0 | 21% |
| Educational services | 0 | 15 | 21% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 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% |
| Health care and social assistance | 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 Mankota residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Mankota: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (29%), Construction (21%), Educational services (21%)
Top occupation categories in Mankota: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (29%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (29%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. 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 | 20 | 35 | 63.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 15 | 0 | 15 | 27.30% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Mankota 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 Mankota residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Mankota spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 40.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 40.00% |
| 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 Mankota 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 village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Mankota's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights village'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 Mankota. About 165 people living in the village speak English, 15 people speak Neither English nor French, 5 people speak French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 165 |
| Neither English nor French | 15 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 5.4% of Mankota's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 89.2% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 8.1% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 165 | 89.2% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 10 | 5.4% |
| Neither English nor French | 15 | 8.1% |
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 | 81.1% | 86.5% |
| Non-official languages | 16.2% | 10.8% |
| French | 2.7% | 0.0% |
Religion
Mankota is predominantly Christian. About 115 of its population is Christian (50 males and 65 females).
The second largest religion in the village 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 | 65.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Mankota
Schools
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Mankota
Museums
Historic Sites
- Monument 492
- Monument 485
- Monument 488
- Monument 495
- Monument 487
- Monument 491
- Monument 493
- Monument 494
- Monument 486
- Monument 489
- Monument 490
Stadiums
Green Spaces in Mankota
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| US DOD | Nature Reserves | 2.9 ha |
| Grasslands National Park (East Block) | Nature Reserves | 26,167.5 ha |
| Grasslands National Park (West Block) | Nature Reserves | 51,697.5 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Villages to Mankota
- Kincaid 45.7 km · 120 people
- Wood Mountain 47.6 km · 20 people
- Hazenmore 48.5 km · 75 people
- Val Marie 51.5 km · 120 people
- Limerick 69.9 km · 114 people
- Cadillac 73.7 km · 116 people
- Vanguard 75.0 km · 184 people
- Bracken 78.5 km · 20 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Mankota
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Mankota has a population of 198 people, making it the 576th village in Saskatchewan. The population declined moderately from 205 in 2016, a decrease of 7 people or 3.41%. The village has a population density of 132.2 people per km² across a land area of 1.50 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Mankota's population declined by 3.41% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 205 to 198 people, a loss of 7 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan villages during this period. The median age of 60.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (50.0%) 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.
Mankota has a population density of approximately 132.20 people per square kilometre.
Mankota covers a land area of approximately 1.50 km².
The median age of the population in Mankota is 60.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Mankota is German.
The median household income in Mankota is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Mankota.
Christian is the predominant religion in Mankota.
According to the 2021 Census, 8.6% of Mankota's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Mankota's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 22.2% of census families in Mankota, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Mankota, per the 2021 Census.
5.4% of Mankota'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 Mankota, 12.5% 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.