Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Smeaton has a population of around 163 people. The village's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Smeaton has decreased by ▼ -10.44%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 182 | 163 | --10.44% |
2026 Population Projection
Smeaton's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 163 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Smeaton Population Trend & Context
Smeaton had a 2021 census population of 163 — a decline of 19 (▼ 10.44%) people from the 182 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 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 Smeaton is around 80 while the female population is around 85.
Of the 163 total population in Smeaton, the largest gender is female with around 85 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | 85 | -5.88% |
Is Smeaton a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Smeaton 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.
Smeaton Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Smeaton compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Smeaton | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 25.0% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 58.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 4.6% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Smeaton has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 65 to 69 years old, accounting for 9.10% of the total population. The village median age is 58.80.
| 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 48.50% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 39.40% and 12.10%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Smeaton are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 45.00% | 40.00% | 80.00% |
| 65 years and over | 30.00% | 35.00% | 65.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 56.30% | 47.10% | 48.50% |
| 65 years and over | 37.50% | 41.20% | 39.40% |
| 0 to 14 years | 10.00% | 10.00% | 20.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 12.50% | 11.80% | 12.10% |
Population of Smeaton by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Smeaton is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Smeaton 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 Smeaton are Canadian, which accounts for 23.68% of the total population, followed by French (21.05%), Norwegian (18.42%), English (15.79%), and Irish (15.79%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Smeaton include German, Scottish, Ukrainian, Polish, and American.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | 21.05% | 26.32% | 23.68% |
| French | 15.79% | 31.58% | 21.05% |
| Norwegian | 10.53% | 26.32% | 18.42% |
| English | 21.05% | 15.79% | 15.79% |
| Irish | 0.00% | 21.05% | 15.79% |
| German | 10.53% | 26.32% | 15.79% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 26.32% | 13.16% |
| Ukrainian | 0.00% | 10.53% | 7.89% |
| Polish | 10.53% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
| American | 10.53% | 0.00% | 5.26% |
Indigenous Identity in Smeaton
About 12.82% of Smeaton's population (25 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 87.18% 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 Smeaton's population profile.
About 0.0% of Smeaton's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Smeaton's immigrant population are Haiti (0), Jamaica (0), Mexico (0), Peru (0), Trinidad and Tobago (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Haiti | 0 |
| Jamaica | 0 |
| Mexico | 0 |
| Peru | 0 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 0 |
100.0% of Smeaton's residents (190 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 7.9% are second generation, and 89.5% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 65 of Smeaton's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 14.30% of the population. 4 persons, 5 or more persons, and 3 persons households account for 3.55%, 3.55%, and 0.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 35 | 25.00% |
| 1 person | 20 | 14.30% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 3.55% |
| 5 or more persons | 5 | 3.55% |
| 3 persons | 0 | 0.00% |
Family and Household Structure in Smeaton
Of census families in Smeaton, 88.9% are couple families and 11.1% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.5 people.
28.6% of households in Smeaton are one-person households, 57.1% are couple-family households, 0.0% are one-parent-family households, and 0.0% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 20 | 28.6% |
| Couple-family households | 40 | 57.1% |
| One-parent-family households | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 0 | 0.0% |
Income in Smeaton
Analyzing income distribution in Smeaton can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Smeaton 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 Smeaton 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 Smeaton's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Smeaton'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 Smeaton
This data sheds light on the distribution of Smeaton 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.
36.80% or most of the Smeaton population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 36.80% of the population has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 21.10% has a Postsecondary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 20 | 35 | 36.80% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 25 | 10 | 35 | 36.80% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 15 | 20 | 21.10% |
Below national average 0.0% of Smeaton's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Smeaton
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Smeaton. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Smeaton is at 25.00% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 36.36% |
| Unemployment rate | 25.00% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Smeaton, 12.1% worked full year full time in the reference year, 42.4% worked part year and/or part time, and 42.4% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 20 | 12.1% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 70 | 42.4% |
| Did not work | 70 | 42.4% |
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 Smeaton's population (around 62.50%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Smeaton industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Smeaton is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Smeaton has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 19%, followed by Construction at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 20 | 0 | 25% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 10 | 19% |
| Construction | 10 | 0 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 10 | 13% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 13% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 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% |
| 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 Smeaton residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Smeaton: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (25%), Retail trade (19%), Construction (13%)
Top occupation categories in Smeaton: Sales and service occupations (38%), Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (25%), 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 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 | 30 | 45 | 69.20% |
| No fixed workplace address | 10 | 0 | 10 | 15.40% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Smeaton 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 Smeaton residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Smeaton 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 | 50.00% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 16.70% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 16.70% |
| 60 minutes and over | 16.70% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Smeaton 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 Smeaton'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 Smeaton. About 140 people living in the village 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 | 140 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 6.7% of Smeaton's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 93.3% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 140 | 93.3% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 10 | 6.7% |
| 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 | 90.0% | 96.7% |
| French | 3.3% | 0.0% |
| Non-official languages | 3.3% | 0.0% |
Religion
Smeaton is predominantly Christian. About 60 of its population is Christian (25 males and 35 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 | 30.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Villages to Smeaton
- Weirdale 29.1 km · 55 people
- Meath Park 37.6 km · 169 people
- Love 42.4 km · 50 people
- White Fox 48.0 km · 343 people
- Albertville 49.9 km · 121 people
- Paddockwood 50.1 km · 118 people
- Codette 56.5 km · 180 people
- Weldon 58.2 km · 160 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Smeaton
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Smeaton has a population of 163 people, making it the 617th village in Saskatchewan. The population declined significantly from 182 in 2016, a decrease of 19 people or 10.44%. The village has a population density of 111.4 people per km² across a land area of 1.46 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Smeaton's population declined by 10.44% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 182 to 163 people, a loss of 19 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Saskatchewan villages during this period. The median age of 58.80 years suggests an aging population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Smeaton has a population density of approximately 111.40 people per square kilometre.
Smeaton covers a land area of approximately 1.46 km².
The median age of the population in Smeaton is 58.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Smeaton is Canadian.
The median household income in Smeaton is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Smeaton.
Christian is the predominant religion in Smeaton.
According to the 2021 Census, 13.2% of Smeaton's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Smeaton's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 10.0% of census families in Smeaton, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 0.0% of all households in Smeaton, per the 2021 Census.
6.7% of Smeaton'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 Smeaton, 12.1% 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.