Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Middle Lake has a population of around 188 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Middle Lake has decreased by ▼ -21.99%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 241 | 188 | --21.99% |
2026 Population Projection
Middle Lake's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 188 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Middle Lake Population Trend & Context
Middle Lake had a 2021 census population of 188 — a decline of 53 (▼ 21.99%) people from the 241 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Saskatchewan villages. The village's median age of 55.6 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 Middle Lake is around 90 while the female population is around 95.
Of the 188 total population in Middle Lake, the largest gender is female with around 95 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | 95 | -5.26% |
Is Middle Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Middle Lake 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.
Middle Lake Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Middle Lake compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Middle Lake | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 9.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 55.6 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 4.7% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 8.8% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Middle Lake has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 10.80% of the total population. The village median age is 55.60.
| 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 64.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 29.70% and 8.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Middle Lake are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 66.70% | 63.20% | 64.90% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 30.00% | 55.00% |
| 65 years and over | 22.20% | 31.60% | 29.70% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 15.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 5.60% | 10.50% | 8.10% |
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Population of Middle Lake by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Middle Lake is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake are German, which accounts for 67.65% of the total population, followed by Irish (14.71%), Hungarian (11.76%), French (8.82%), and Ukrainian (8.82%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Middle Lake include British Isles, English, Scottish, Austrian, and Yemeni.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 66.67% | 68.75% | 67.65% |
| Irish | 16.67% | 12.50% | 14.71% |
| Hungarian | 11.11% | 0.00% | 11.76% |
| French | 16.67% | 0.00% | 8.82% |
| Ukrainian | 11.11% | 12.50% | 8.82% |
| British Isles | 0.00% | 18.75% | 8.82% |
| English | 11.11% | 0.00% | 5.88% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 12.50% | 5.88% |
| Austrian | 11.11% | 0.00% | 5.88% |
| Yemeni | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Middle Lake
About 0.00% of Middle Lake'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 Middle Lake's population profile.
About 8.8% of Middle Lake's population are immigrants (15 people).
The top countries of origin for Middle Lake'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 |
91.2% of Middle Lake's residents (155 people) are Canadian citizens, and 8.8% are not.
By generation status, 9.1% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 33.3% are second generation, and 63.6% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 100 of Middle Lake's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 20.00% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.50%, 2.50%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 40 | 20.00% |
| 2 persons | 40 | 20.00% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 7.50% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 2.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Middle Lake
Of census families in Middle Lake, 90.9% are couple families and 9.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.4 people.
40.0% of households in Middle Lake are one-person households, 55.0% are couple-family households, 5.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 40 | 40.0% |
| Couple-family households | 55 | 55.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 5.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Middle Lake
Analyzing income distribution in Middle Lake can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Middle Lake'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 Middle Lake
This data sheds light on the distribution of Middle Lake 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.
61.10% or most of the Middle Lake population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 22.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 16.70% 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 | 25 | 35 | 55 | 61.10% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 15 | 0 | 20 | 22.20% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 15 | 0 | 15 | 16.70% |
Below national average 0.0% of Middle Lake's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Middle Lake
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Middle Lake. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Middle Lake is at 9.52% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 59.38% |
| Unemployment rate | 9.52% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Middle Lake, 36.4% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.3% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 60 | 36.4% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 50 | 30.3% |
| Did not work | 55 | 33.3% |
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 Middle Lake's population (around 63.60%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 20 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 25.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 20 | 0 | 25 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Middle Lake industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Middle Lake is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Middle Lake has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (32%) works in the construction sector. The Professional, scientific and technical services sector comes second at 14%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | 35 | 0 | 32% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 15 | 14% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 9% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational 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% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Middle Lake residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Middle Lake: Construction (32%), Professional, scientific and technical services (14%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (9%)
Top occupation categories in Middle Lake: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (41%), Business, finance and administration occupations (18%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (18%)
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 | 20 | 25 | 45 | 47.40% |
| No fixed workplace address | 20 | 10 | 30 | 31.60% |
| Worked at home | 15 | 10 | 20 | 21.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Middle Lake 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 | 37.50% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 37.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 12.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Middle Lake 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 Middle Lake'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 Middle Lake. About 185 people living in the village 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 | 185 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Middle Lake's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 97.4% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 185 | 97.4% |
| 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 | 89.5% | 94.7% |
| Non-official languages | 7.9% | 2.6% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Middle Lake is predominantly Christian. About 130 of its population is Christian (65 males and 60 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 | 78.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Villages to Middle Lake
- Pilger 7.0 km · 65 people
- St. Benedict 11.2 km · 80 people
- Lake Lenore 23.7 km · 289 people
- Annaheim 37.5 km · 206 people
- Muenster 38.2 km · 403 people
- Prud'homme 43.1 km · 177 people
- St. Gregor 46.8 km · 104 people
- Alvena 48.4 km · 75 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Middle Lake
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Middle Lake has a population of 188 people, making it the 588th village in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 241 in 2016, a decrease of 53 people or 21.99%. The village has a population density of 183.5 people per km² across a land area of 1.02 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Middle Lake's population declined by 21.99% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 241 to 188 people, a loss of 53 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan villages during this period. The median age of 55.60 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (40.0%) 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.
Middle Lake has a population density of approximately 183.50 people per square kilometre.
Middle Lake covers a land area of approximately 1.02 km².
The median age of the population in Middle Lake is 55.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Middle Lake is German.
The median household income in Middle Lake is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Middle Lake.
Christian is the predominant religion in Middle Lake.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Middle Lake's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
91.2% of Middle Lake's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 8.3% of census families in Middle Lake, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Middle Lake, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Middle Lake'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 Middle Lake, 36.4% 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.