Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Prince Albert has a population of around 37,756 people. The city's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Prince Albert has increased by 5.09%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 35,926 | 37,756 | +5.09% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.00% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Prince Albert's population is projected to reach approximately 39,679 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 590.73 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 37,756 | 39,679 | 590.73 |
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.
Population By Genders
The male population of Prince Albert is around 18,230 while the female population is around 19,525.
Of the 37,756 total population in Prince Albert, the largest gender is female with around 19,525 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 18,230 | 19,525 | +6.63% |
Is Prince Albert a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Prince Albert compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
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Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
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Population by Age Characteristics
Prince Albert has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 7.50% of the total population. The city median age is 35.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 to 14 years | 1,435 7.90% | 1,405 7.20% | 2.09% | 2,840 7.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 1,350 7.40% | 1,410 7.20% | 4.26% | 2,765 7.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 1,410 7.70% | 1,305 6.70% | 7.45% | 2,710 7.20% |
| 30 to 34 years | 1,285 7.00% | 1,375 7.00% | 6.55% | 2,660 7.00% |
| 0 to 4 years | 1,345 7.40% | 1,285 6.60% | 4.46% | 2,630 7.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 1,325 7.30% | 1,260 6.50% | 4.91% | 2,590 6.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 1,350 7.40% | 1,245 6.40% | 7.78% | 2,590 6.90% |
| 35 to 39 years | 1,185 6.50% | 1,335 6.80% | 11.24% | 2,520 6.70% |
| 40 to 44 years | 1,090 6.00% | 1,180 6.00% | 7.63% | 2,270 6.00% |
| 55 to 59 years | 995 5.50% | 1,160 5.90% | 14.22% | 2,155 5.70% |
| 60 to 64 years | 975 5.30% | 1,120 5.70% | 12.95% | 2,100 5.60% |
| 45 to 49 years | 920 5.00% | 1,050 5.40% | 12.38% | 1,970 5.20% |
| 50 to 54 years | 935 5.10% | 1,015 5.20% | 7.88% | 1,950 5.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 870 4.80% | 890 4.60% | 2.25% | 1,760 4.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 680 3.70% | 830 4.30% | 18.07% | 1,505 4.00% |
| 75 to 79 years | 450 2.50% | 585 3.00% | 23.08% | 1,035 2.70% |
| 80 to 84 years | 330 1.80% | 540 2.80% | 38.89% | 870 2.30% |
| 85 years and over | 285 1.60% | 550 2.80% | 48.18% | 830 2.20% |
| 85 to 89 years | 190 1.00% | 320 1.60% | 40.63% | 515 1.40% |
| 90 to 94 years | 80 0.40% | 170 0.90% | 52.94% | 250 0.70% |
| 95 to 99 years | 10 0.10% | 45 0.20% | 77.78% | 55 0.10% |
Broader Age Groups
If the city'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 62.40% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 21.70% and 15.90%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Prince Albert are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 36.30% | 39.10% | 37.70% |
| Median age of the population | 33.20% | 36.80% | 35.20% |
| 0 to 14 years | 23.00% | 20.50% | 21.70% |
| 65 years and over | 14.30% | 17.30% | 15.90% |
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Population of Prince Albert by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Prince Albert is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Prince Albert 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 English, which accounts for 14.58% of the total population, followed by German (13.77%), Scottish (12.21%), French (12.09%), and Ukrainian (11.84%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include First Nations (North American Indian), Cree, Irish, Canadian, and Norwegian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 14.38% | 14.77% | 14.58% |
| German | 13.17% | 14.32% | 13.77% |
| Scottish | 11.96% | 12.45% | 12.21% |
| French | 11.87% | 12.29% | 12.09% |
| Ukrainian | 11.81% | 11.87% | 11.84% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 11.29% | 11.39% | 11.36% |
| Cree | 11.06% | 10.51% | 10.79% |
| Irish | 10.31% | 10.67% | 10.51% |
| Canadian | 7.12% | 6.80% | 6.95% |
| Norwegian | 5.56% | 6.48% | 6.04% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Prince Albert's population profile.
About 9.6% of Prince Albert's population are immigrants (3,475 people).
The top countries of origin for Prince Albert's immigrant population are Philippines (1,180), India (350), Nigeria (215), Congo, Democratic Republic of the (135), South Africa, Republic of (135).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Philippines | 1,180 |
| India | 350 |
| Nigeria | 215 |
| Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 135 |
| South Africa, Republic of | 135 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 9,245 of Prince Albert's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 16.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 7.40%, 6.15%, and 5.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 4,640 | 16.20% |
| 1 person | 4,190 | 14.65% |
| 3 persons | 2,125 | 7.40% |
| 4 persons | 1,765 | 6.15% |
| 5 or more persons | 1,585 | 5.55% |
Income in Prince Albert
Analyzing income distribution in Prince Albert can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Prince Albert is $40,400.
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 city's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Prince Albert population or around 4,035 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 3,540 and 3,540 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Prince Albert's median household income is $74,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Prince Albert's median household income is 9,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the city'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 city's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Prince Albert
This data sheds light on the distribution of Prince Albert 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.
48.90% or most of the Prince Albert population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.30% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 17.85% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 9,355 | 12,495 | 21,855 | 48.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 7,875 | 7,760 | 15,635 | 34.30% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 2,960 | 4,980 | 7,940 | 17.85% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 4,160 | 3,895 | 8,050 | 16.80% |
Below national average 17.9% of Prince Albert's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Prince Albert
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Prince Albert. 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 7.06% which is quite high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 54.43% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.06% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the city who work as an employee. The majority of Prince Albert's population (around 71.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 865 men and 590 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 1,455.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 865 | 590 | 1,455 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Prince Albert industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Prince Albert is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Prince Albert has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (20%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Public administration at 12%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 680 | 2,690 | 20% |
| Retail trade | 1,290 | 1,125 | 14% |
| Public administration | 1,145 | 940 | 12% |
| Educational services | 475 | 990 | 9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 660 | 710 | 8% |
| Construction | 1,000 | 115 | 7% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 505 | 435 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 330 | 180 | 3% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 245 | 255 | 3% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 385 | 95 | 3% |
| Wholesale trade | 310 | 80 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 155 | 220 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 175 | 180 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 245 | 30 | 2% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 195 | 40 | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 170 | 55 | 1% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 105 | 95 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 100 | 65 | 1% |
| Utilities | 80 | 30 | 1% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 10 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Prince Albert residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Prince Albert: Health care and social assistance (20%), -45 Retail trade (14%), Public administration (12%)
Top occupation categories in Prince Albert: Sales and service occupations (28%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (20%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the city. 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 | 5,465 | 6,495 | 11,960 | 78.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 1,470 | 660 | 2,130 | 14.00% |
| Worked at home | 520 | 600 | 1,120 | 7.40% |
| Worked outside Canada | 15 | 10 | 20 | 0.10% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Prince Albert 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 Prince Albert residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Prince Albert spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the city's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the city.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 69.50% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 19.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 4.60% |
| 60 minutes and over | 4.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 1.80% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Prince Albertshed 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 city's social fabric. We can gain insights into Prince Albert's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights city'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 Prince Albert. About 35,440 people living in the province speak English, 580 people speak French, 165 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 95 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 35,440 |
| French | 580 |
| Neither English nor French | 165 |
| English and French | 95 |
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 | 81.8% | 90.6% |
| Non-official languages | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| French | 1.8% | 0.3% |
Religion
Prince Albert is predominantly Christian. About 21,240 of its population is Christian (9,705 males and 9,705 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Muslim with 1.4% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Sikh, both represent 1.4% and 0.6% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.1% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 58.8% |
| Islam | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Prince Albert
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Places to Visit in Prince Albert
Museums
Historic Sites
Theatres
Green Spaces in Prince Albert
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 10.4 ha |
| Highnoon Optimist Park | Parks | 1.2 ha |
| Prime Ministers Park | Parks | 29.0 ha |
| Nisbet Provincial Recreation Site | Nature Reserves | — |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Prince Albert
According to the 2021 census, Prince Albert has a population of approximately 37,756 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Prince Albert increased by 5.09%.
Prince Albert has a population density of approximately 562.10 people per square kilometre.
Prince Albert covers a land area of approximately 67.17 km².
The median age of the population in Prince Albert is 35.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Prince Albert is English.
The median household income in Prince Albert is $74,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Prince Albert.
Christian is the predominant religion in Prince Albert.
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.