Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Star City No. 428 has a population of around 811 people. The city's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Star City No. 428 has decreased by -11.66%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 918 | 811 | --11.66% |
2026 Population Projection
Star City No. 428's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 811 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of Star City No. 428 is around 430 while the female population is around 385.
Of the 811 total population in Star City No. 428, the largest gender is male with around 430 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 430 | 385 | -10.47% |
Is Star City No. 428 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Star City No. 428 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.
Other Cities Near Star City No. 428
Population by Age Characteristics
Star City No. 428 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 11.10% of the total population. The city median age is 49.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 45 10.50% | 40 10.40% | 11.11% | 90 11.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 35 8.10% | 40 10.40% | 12.50% | 75 9.30% |
| 60 to 64 years | 40 9.30% | 25 6.50% | 37.50% | 70 8.60% |
| 15 to 19 years | 40 9.30% | 30 7.80% | 25.00% | 70 8.60% |
| 65 to 69 years | 30 7.00% | 25 6.50% | 16.67% | 60 7.40% |
| 45 to 49 years | 25 5.80% | 25 6.50% | 0.00% | 55 6.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 30 7.00% | 20 5.20% | 33.33% | 50 6.20% |
| Median age of the population | 50 50.40% | 49 48.80% | 3.97% | 50 49.60% |
| 40 to 44 years | 25 5.80% | 20 5.20% | 20.00% | 45 5.60% |
| Average age of the population | 46 45.50% | 44 44.10% | 2.20% | 45 44.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 20 4.70% | 20 5.20% | 0.00% | 40 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 25 5.80% | 15 3.90% | 40.00% | 40 4.90% |
| 0 to 4 years | 20 4.70% | 20 5.20% | 0.00% | 35 4.30% |
| 5 to 9 years | 20 4.70% | 15 3.90% | 25.00% | 35 4.30% |
| 30 to 34 years | 15 3.50% | 15 3.90% | 0.00% | 35 4.30% |
| 75 to 79 years | 20 4.70% | 15 3.90% | 25.00% | 30 3.70% |
| 25 to 29 years | 15 3.50% | 20 5.20% | 25.00% | 30 3.70% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10 2.30% | 15 3.90% | 33.33% | 25 3.10% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 2.30% | 5 1.30% | 50.00% | 20 2.50% |
| 85 years and over | 10 2.30% | 10 2.60% | 0.00% | 15 1.90% |
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 64.80% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.60% and 13.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Star City No. 428 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 12.80% | 14.30% | 13.60% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Star City No. 428
Population of Star City No. 428 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Star City No. 428 is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Star City No. 428 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 40.56% of the total population, followed by German (30.07%), Scottish (26.57%), Irish (19.58%), and Norwegian (15.38%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Canadian, French, Ukrainian, Dutch, and Swedish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 40.79% | 40.91% | 40.56% |
| German | 32.89% | 27.27% | 30.07% |
| Scottish | 22.37% | 33.33% | 26.57% |
| Irish | 15.79% | 22.73% | 19.58% |
| Norwegian | 13.16% | 18.18% | 15.38% |
| Canadian | 11.84% | 13.64% | 12.59% |
| French | 13.16% | 13.64% | 12.59% |
| Ukrainian | 13.16% | 6.06% | 9.79% |
| Dutch | 6.58% | 9.09% | 7.69% |
| Swedish | 5.26% | 4.55% | 4.90% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Star City No. 428's population profile.
About 3.5% of Star City No. 428's population are immigrants (25 people).
The top countries of origin for Star City No. 428's immigrant population are United States of America (10), Congo, Democratic Republic of the (0), Egypt (0), Eritrea (0), Ethiopia (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 10 |
| Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 0 |
| Egypt | 0 |
| Eritrea | 0 |
| Ethiopia | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 285 of Star City No. 428's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 22.95% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 10.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.90%, 4.90%, and 4.10%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 140 | 22.95% |
| 1 person | 65 | 10.65% |
| 3 persons | 30 | 4.90% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 4.90% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 4.10% |
Income in Star City No. 428
Analyzing income distribution in Star City No. 428 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Star City No. 428 is $43,200.
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 Star City No. 428 population or around 120 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and Under $10,000 with around 95 and 65 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Star City No. 428's median household income is $92,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Star City No. 428's median household income is 8,000 dollars above 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 Star City No. 428
This data sheds light on the distribution of Star City No. 428 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.
49.40% or most of the Star City No. 428 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 31.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 20.25% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 11.95% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 230 | 245 | 480 | 49.40% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 150 | 160 | 315 | 31.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 145 | 65 | 210 | 20.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 40 | 80 | 120 | 11.95% |
Below national average 12.0% of Star City No. 428's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Star City No. 428
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Star City No. 428. 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 4.03% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 69.35% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.03% |
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 Star City No. 428's population (around 46.20%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the city, there are 125 men and 55 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 185.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 125 | 55 | 185 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Star City No. 428 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Star City No. 428 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Star City No. 428 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (31%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 13%, followed by Manufacturing at 8%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 90 | 55 | 31% |
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 50 | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 25 | 10 | 8% |
| Retail trade | 20 | 15 | 8% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 20 | 7% |
| Construction | 20 | 0 | 4% |
| Wholesale trade | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 10 | 10 | 4% |
| Educational services | 0 | 15 | 3% |
| Utilities | 10 | 0 | 2% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 2% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 10 | 2% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 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% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Star City No. 428 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Star City No. 428: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (31%), Health care and social assistance (13%), -33 Manufacturing (8%)
Top occupation categories in Star City No. 428: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (30%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (19%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%)
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 | 110 | 135 | 240 | 55.80% |
| Worked at home | 90 | 65 | 150 | 34.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 10 | 45 | 10.50% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Star City No. 428 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 Star City No. 428 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Star City No. 428 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 | 49.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 28.10% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 17.50% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 3.50% |
| 60 minutes and over | 3.50% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Star City No. 428shed 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 Star City No. 428'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 Star City No. 428. About 805 people living in the province 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 | 805 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 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 | 85.8% | 87.0% |
| Non-official languages | 13.6% | 1.2% |
| French | 0.6% | 0.0% |
Religion
Star City No. 428 is predominantly Christian. About 420 of its population is Christian (195 males and 195 females).
The second largest religion in the province 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 | 58.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Star City No. 428
Parks
- Rotary Park
- Spruce Haven Park
- Spruce Haven Ball Diamonds
- Memorial Park
- Dayna-Brooke Park
- Sled Hill
- Melfort 'Communities In Bloom' Garden
Green Spaces in Star City No. 428
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary Park | Parks | 4.0 ha |
| Spruce Haven Park | Parks | 6.9 ha |
| Spruce Haven Ball Diamonds | Parks | 6.3 ha |
| Memorial Park | Parks | 0.3 ha |
| Dayna-Brooke Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Sled Hill | Parks | 2.0 ha |
| Melfort 'Communities In Bloom' Garden | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Windsor Waterfowl Park | Nature Reserves | 11.2 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Star City No. 428
According to the 2021 census, Star City No. 428 has a population of approximately 811 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Star City No. 428 decreased by 11.66%.
Star City No. 428 has a population density of approximately 1.00 people per square kilometre.
Star City No. 428 covers a land area of approximately 822.81 km².
The median age of the population in Star City No. 428 is 49.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Star City No. 428 is English.
The median household income in Star City No. 428 is $92,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Star City No. 428.
Christian is the predominant religion in Star City No. 428.
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.