Odessa, Saskatchewan Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Odessa has a population of around 220 people. The village's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Odessa has increased by ▲ 7.32%.

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.42% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Odessa's population is projected to reach approximately 236 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 218.52 people per km².

This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.

Odessa Population Trend & Context

Odessa had a 2021 census population of 220 — an increase of 15 (▲ 7.32%) people from the 205 recorded in 2016.

The village's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Saskatchewan villages. The village's median age of 36.4 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.

Population By Genders

The male population of Odessa is around 120 while the female population is around 100.

Of the 220 total population in Odessa, the largest gender is male with around 120 male within the population.

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Odessa compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Odessa Population Compared to Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Odessa compares to the village's key indicators:

Population by Age Characteristics

Odessa has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 11.40% of the total population. The village median age is 36.40.

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 59.10% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 20.50% and 20.50%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Odessa are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

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Population of Odessa by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Odessa is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Odessa 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 Odessa are German, which accounts for 55.56% of the total population, followed by Scottish (28.89%), Ukrainian (20.00%), Irish (17.78%), and English (13.33%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Odessa include Norwegian, Hungarian, Canadian, Azerbaijani, and Sicilian.

Indigenous Identity in Odessa

About 10.87% of Odessa's population (25 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 89.13% 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 Odessa's population profile.

About 0.0% of Odessa's population are immigrants (0 people).

The top countries of origin for Odessa's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).

100.0% of Odessa's residents (225 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.

By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 4.4% are second generation, and 93.3% are third generation or more.

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 90 of Odessa's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 21.05% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.15% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 5.25%, 5.25%, and 2.65%, respectively.

Family and Household Structure in Odessa

Of census families in Odessa, 92.3% are couple families and 7.7% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.9 people.

27.8% of households in Odessa are one-person households, 66.7% are couple-family households, 5.6% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.

Income in Odessa

Analyzing income distribution in Odessa can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Odessa 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 Odessa 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 Odessa's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Odessa'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 Odessa

This data sheds light on the distribution of Odessa 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.

45.50% or most of the Odessa population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 45.50% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, and 9.10% 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.)

Below national average 9.1% of Odessa's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Odessa

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Odessa. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Odessa is at 13.64% which is very high.

Work Activity During the Reference Year

Of the population aged 15 and over in Odessa, 36.1% worked full year full time in the reference year, 30.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 33.3% did not work.

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 Odessa's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the village, there are 30 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 35.

Employment Industry Sectors

The Odessa industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Odessa is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Odessa has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the construction sector. The Transportation and warehousing sector comes second at 19%, followed by Health care and social assistance at 14%.

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Odessa residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Odessa: Construction (29%), Transportation and warehousing (19%), Health care and social assistance (14%)

Top occupation categories in Odessa: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (33%), Business, finance and administration occupations (24%), Health occupations (10%)

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.

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Odessa 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 Odessa residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Odessa 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.

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Odessa 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 Odessa'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 Odessa. About 220 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.

Knowledge of Official Languages

About 0.0% of Odessa's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 100.0% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 2.3% know neither official language.

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.

Religion

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