Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Morse has a population of around 216 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Morse has decreased by ▼ -10.74%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 242 | 216 | --10.74% |
2026 Population Projection
Morse's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 216 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Morse Population Trend & Context
Morse had a 2021 census population of 216 — a decline of 26 (▼ 10.74%) people from the 242 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 58.8 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 Morse is around 110 while the female population is around 105.
Of the 216 total population in Morse, the largest gender is male with around 110 male within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 110 | 105 | -4.55% |
Is Morse a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Morse 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.
Morse Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Morse compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Morse | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 12.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 58.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0.0% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 7.1% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Morse has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 14.00% of the total population. The town median age is 58.80.
| 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 48.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 39.50% and 11.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Morse are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 45.00% | 45.00% | 85.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 50.00% | 47.60% | 48.80% |
| 65 years and over | 40.90% | 42.90% | 39.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 15.00% | 15.00% | 25.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 13.60% | 14.30% | 11.60% |
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Population of Morse by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Morse is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Morse 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 Morse are German, which accounts for 57.14% of the total population, followed by Scottish (26.19%), English (21.43%), Canadian (9.52%), and French (9.52%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Morse include Irish, Ukrainian, Dutch, Norwegian, and Mennonite.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 57.89% | 56.52% | 57.14% |
| Scottish | 36.84% | 21.74% | 26.19% |
| English | 31.58% | 17.39% | 21.43% |
| Canadian | 10.53% | 8.70% | 9.52% |
| French | 15.79% | 0.00% | 9.52% |
| Irish | 15.79% | 0.00% | 7.14% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 8.70% | 7.14% |
| Dutch | 10.53% | 0.00% | 4.76% |
| Norwegian | 0.00% | 8.70% | 4.76% |
| Mennonite | 0.00% | 0.00% | 4.76% |
Indigenous Identity in Morse
About 0.00% of Morse'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 Morse's population profile.
About 7.1% of Morse's population are immigrants (15 people).
The top countries of origin for Morse's immigrant population are Germany (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Germany | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
97.6% of Morse's residents (205 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 7.3% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 17.1% are second generation, and 78.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 100 of Morse's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 21.75% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 19.55% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 2.15%, 2.15%, and 2.15%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 50 | 21.75% |
| 2 persons | 45 | 19.55% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 2.15% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 2.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 2.15% |
Family and Household Structure in Morse
Of census families in Morse, 92.3% are couple families and 7.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
47.8% of households in Morse are one-person households, 47.8% are couple-family households, 4.3% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 55 | 47.8% |
| Couple-family households | 55 | 47.8% |
| One-parent-family households | 5 | 4.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Morse
Analyzing income distribution in Morse can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Morse 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 Morse 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 Morse's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Morse'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 Morse
This data sheds light on the distribution of Morse 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.
57.90% or most of the Morse population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 42.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 0.00% 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 | 15 | 35 | 55 | 57.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 20 | 40 | 42.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Below national average 0.0% of Morse's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Morse
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Morse. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Morse is at 12.50% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 35.00% |
| Unemployment rate | 12.50% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Morse, 17.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 25.0% worked part year and/or part time, and 57.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 35 | 17.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 50 | 25.0% |
| Did not work | 115 | 57.5% |
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 Morse's population (around 75.00%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 15 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Morse industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Morse is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Morse has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 19%, followed by Public administration at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 20 | 25% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 10 | 0 | 19% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 13% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 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% |
| 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 Morse residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Morse: Health care and social assistance (25%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (19%), Public administration (13%)
Top occupation categories in Morse: Business, finance and administration occupations (31%), Health occupations (19%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%)
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 | 40 | 60 | 80.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Morse 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 Morse residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Morse 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 | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 41.70% |
| 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 Morse 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 Morse'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 Morse. About 215 people living in the town speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 215 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.3% of Morse's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 93.2% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 205 | 93.2% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 5 | 2.3% |
| 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 | 88.6% | 95.5% |
| Non-official languages | 4.5% | 4.5% |
| French | 2.3% | 0.0% |
Religion
Morse is predominantly Christian. About 115 of its population is Christian (45 males and 65 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 | 56.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Places to Visit in Morse
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morse
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Morse has a population of 216 people, making it the 555th town in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 242 in 2016, a decrease of 26 people or 10.74%. The town has a population density of 140.3 people per km² across a land area of 1.54 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Morse's population declined by 10.74% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 242 to 216 people, a loss of 26 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 58.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (43.5%) 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.
Morse has a population density of approximately 140.30 people per square kilometre.
Morse covers a land area of approximately 1.54 km².
The median age of the population in Morse is 58.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Morse is German.
The median household income in Morse is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Morse.
Christian is the predominant religion in Morse.
According to the 2021 Census, 0.0% of Morse's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
97.6% of Morse's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 7.7% of census families in Morse, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Morse, per the 2021 Census.
2.3% of Morse'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 Morse, 17.5% 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.