Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Touchwood No. 248 has a population of around 373 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Touchwood No. 248 has increased by 8.75%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 343 | 373 | +8.75% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.69% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Touchwood No. 248's population is projected to reach approximately 406 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 0.59 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 373 | 406 | 0.59 |
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 Touchwood No. 248 is around 195 while the female population is around 175.
Of the 373 total population in Touchwood No. 248, the largest gender is male with around 195 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 195 | 175 | +10.26% |
Is Touchwood No. 248 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Touchwood No. 248 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 Townships Near Touchwood No. 248
- Mount Hope No. 279 (35.4 km)
- Longlaketon No. 219 (35.8 km)
- Cupar No. 218 (36.6 km)
- Emerald No. 277 (41.3 km)
- Last Mountain Valley No. 250 (41.9 km)
- Kellross No. 247 (43.4 km)
- Lipton No. 217 (44.8 km)
- McKillop No. 220 (50.5 km)
- Big Quill No. 308 (53.4 km)
- Wreford No. 280 (55.3 km)
- Prairie Rose No. 309 (56.2 km)
- Tullymet No. 216 (65.4 km)
- Lumsden No. 189 (66.1 km)
- Ituna Bon Accord No. 246 (66.4 km)
- Sarnia No. 221 (67.6 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Touchwood No. 248 has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 5 to 9 years old, accounting for 9.50% of the total population. The township median age is 38.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median age of the population | 38 38.40% | 37 36.80% | 5.21% | 38 38.00% |
| Average age of the population | 39 38.60% | 37 36.80% | 5.18% | 38 37.80% |
| 5 to 9 years | 15 7.70% | 20 11.40% | 25.00% | 35 9.50% |
| 15 to 19 years | 20 10.30% | 15 8.60% | 25.00% | 35 9.50% |
| 50 to 54 years | 15 7.70% | 20 11.40% | 25.00% | 35 9.50% |
| 10 to 14 years | 10 5.10% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 30 8.10% |
| 65 to 69 years | 15 7.70% | 15 8.60% | 0.00% | 30 8.10% |
| 0 to 4 years | 10 5.10% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 25 6.80% |
| 55 to 59 years | 10 5.10% | 15 8.60% | 33.33% | 25 6.80% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15 7.70% | 15 8.60% | 0.00% | 25 6.80% |
| 25 to 29 years | 10 5.10% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 20 5.40% |
| 30 to 34 years | 10 5.10% | 10 5.70% | 0.00% | 20 5.40% |
| 35 to 39 years | 15 7.70% | 10 5.70% | 33.33% | 20 5.40% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10 5.10% | 5 2.90% | 50.00% | 15 4.10% |
| 20 to 24 years | 10 5.10% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 10 2.70% |
| 45 to 49 years | 5 2.60% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 10 2.70% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5 2.60% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 10 2.70% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5 2.60% | 5 2.90% | 0.00% | 5 1.40% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5 2.60% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 1.40% |
Broader Age Groups
If the township'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 60.80% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 15 to 64 years, account for 24.30% and 60.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Touchwood No. 248 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
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Photos of Places & Sceneries in Touchwood No. 248
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Population of Touchwood No. 248 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Touchwood No. 248 is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Touchwood No. 248 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 North American Indigenous, which accounts for 38.81% of the total population, followed by English (19.40%), German (19.40%), Hungarian (13.43%), and Canadian (10.45%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Irish, Russian, Scottish, Ukrainian, and Plains Cree.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North American Indigenous | 43.24% | 36.67% | 38.81% |
| English | 18.92% | 20.00% | 19.40% |
| German | 21.62% | 16.67% | 19.40% |
| Hungarian | 18.92% | 10.00% | 13.43% |
| Canadian | 10.81% | 13.33% | 10.45% |
| Irish | 8.11% | 13.33% | 10.45% |
| Russian | 5.41% | 16.67% | 10.45% |
| Scottish | 8.11% | 10.00% | 8.96% |
| Ukrainian | 5.41% | 6.67% | 5.97% |
| Plains Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 4.48% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Touchwood No. 248's population profile.
About 0.0% of Touchwood No. 248's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Touchwood No. 248's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 135 of Touchwood No. 248's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 20.35% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 9.25% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 7.40%, 5.55%, and 5.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 55 | 20.35% |
| 1 person | 25 | 9.25% |
| 5 or more persons | 20 | 7.40% |
| 3 persons | 15 | 5.55% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 5.55% |
Income in Touchwood No. 248
Analyzing income distribution in Touchwood No. 248 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Touchwood No. 248 is $30,000.
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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Touchwood No. 248 population or around 60 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 35 and 35 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Touchwood No. 248's median household income is $57,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Touchwood No. 248's median household income is 26,400 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Touchwood No. 248
This data sheds light on the distribution of Touchwood No. 248 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.
38.75% or most of the Touchwood No. 248 population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 34.10% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 26.20% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 11.20% has Bachelor's degree or higher.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 80 | 90 | 170 | 38.75% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 70 | 90 | 150 | 34.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 80 | 45 | 120 | 26.20% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25 | 25 | 50 | 11.20% |
Below national average 11.2% of Touchwood No. 248's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Touchwood No. 248
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Touchwood No. 248. 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 11.32% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 52.83% |
| Unemployment rate | 11.32% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Touchwood No. 248's population (around 44.10%) are working self-employed as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 50 men and 25 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 75.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 50 | 25 | 75 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Touchwood No. 248 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Touchwood No. 248 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Touchwood No. 248 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (38%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 15%, followed by Professional, scientific and technical services at 9%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 35 | 25 | 38% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 20 | 15% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 10 | 0 | 9% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 6% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 6% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 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% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 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% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Touchwood No. 248 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Touchwood No. 248: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (38%), Health care and social assistance (15%), Professional, scientific and technical services (9%)
Top occupation categories in Touchwood No. 248: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (41%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (15%), Health occupations (9%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. 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 | 40 | 40 | 80 | 55.20% |
| Worked at home | 35 | 15 | 55 | 37.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 10 | 10 | 6.90% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Touchwood No. 248 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 Touchwood No. 248 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Touchwood No. 248 spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 44.40% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 27.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 11.10% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Touchwood No. 248shed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Touchwood No. 248's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights township'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 Touchwood No. 248. About 370 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 370 |
| French | 0 |
| 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 | 98.6% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 1.4% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Touchwood No. 248 is predominantly Christian. About 160 of its population is Christian (90 males and 90 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 | 47.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Touchwood No. 248
Parks
Green Spaces in Touchwood No. 248
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Touchwood Hills Post Provincial Historic Park | Parks | 7.7 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Touchwood No. 248
According to the 2021 census, Touchwood No. 248 has a population of approximately 373 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Touchwood No. 248 increased by 8.75%.
Touchwood No. 248 has a population density of approximately 0.50 people per square kilometre.
Touchwood No. 248 covers a land area of approximately 684.57 km².
The median age of the population in Touchwood No. 248 is 38.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Touchwood No. 248 is North American Indigenous.
The median household income in Touchwood No. 248 is $57,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Touchwood No. 248.
Christian is the predominant religion in Touchwood No. 248.
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.