Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Wahpaton 94A has a population of around 310 people. The Indian reserve's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Wahpaton 94A has increased by ▲ 0.32%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 309 | 310 | +0.32% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.06% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Wahpaton 94A's population is projected to reach approximately 311 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 21.03 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 310 | 311 | 21.03 |
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.
Wahpaton 94A Population Trend & Context
Wahpaton 94A had a 2021 census population of 310 — an increase of 1 (▲ 0.32%) people from the 309 recorded in 2016.
The Indian reserve's population has remained relatively stable over this period, reflecting broader trends in mid-sized Saskatchewan Indian reserves. The Indian reserve's median age of 21.8 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Wahpaton 94A is around 150 while the female population is around 160.
Of the 310 total population in Wahpaton 94A, the largest gender is female with around 160 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 150 | 160 | +6.25% |
Is Wahpaton 94A a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Wahpaton 94A 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.
Wahpaton 94A Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Wahpaton 94A compares to the Indian reserve's key indicators:
| Indicator | Wahpaton 94A | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $63,200 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 18.8% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 21.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 6.4% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 0.0% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Wahpaton 94A has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 15 to 19 years old, accounting for 14.50% of the total population. The Indian reserve median age is 21.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the Indian reserve'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 64.50% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 30.60% and 4.80%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Wahpaton 94A are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 years | 45.00% | 45.00% | 95.00% |
| 15 to 64 years | 63.30% | 68.80% | 64.50% |
| 0 to 14 years | 30.00% | 28.10% | 30.60% |
| 65 years and over | 5.00% | 5.00% | 15.00% |
| 65 years and over | 3.30% | 3.10% | 4.80% |
Population of Wahpaton 94A by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Wahpaton 94A is quite diverse, which contributes to the Indian reserve's vibrant cultural landscape. Wahpaton 94A is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the Indian reserve appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Wahpaton 94A are Cree, which accounts for 74.19% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (19.35%), Dene (4.84%), French (3.23%), and Jamaican (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Wahpaton 94A include Asian, Korean, Romanian, Lebanese, and Iranian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cree | 76.67% | 71.88% | 74.19% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 16.67% | 21.88% | 19.35% |
| Dene | 6.67% | 9.38% | 4.84% |
| French | 0.00% | 6.25% | 3.23% |
| Jamaican | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Asian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Korean | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Romanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Lebanese | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Iranian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Wahpaton 94A
About 100.00% of Wahpaton 94A's population (310 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 0.00% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 295 people (95.20% 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 Wahpaton 94A's population profile.
About 0.0% of Wahpaton 94A's population are immigrants (0 people).
The top countries of origin for Wahpaton 94A'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 |
0.0% of Wahpaton 94A's residents (0 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 0.0% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 0.0% are second generation, and 100.0% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 75 of Wahpaton 94A's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 5 or more persons household.
Household Size
About 20.00% of the population lives in 5 or more persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.00% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 2 persons households account for 6.65%, 6.65%, and 3.35%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 or more persons | 30 | 20.00% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 10.00% |
| 1 person | 10 | 6.65% |
| 3 persons | 10 | 6.65% |
| 2 persons | 5 | 3.35% |
Family and Household Structure in Wahpaton 94A
Of census families in Wahpaton 94A, 50.0% are couple families and 50.0% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.5 people.
14.3% of households in Wahpaton 94A are one-person households, 21.4% are couple-family households, 14.3% are one-parent-family households, and 21.4% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 10 | 14.3% |
| Couple-family households | 15 | 21.4% |
| One-parent-family households | 10 | 14.3% |
| Multigenerational households | 15 | 21.4% |
Income in Wahpaton 94A
Analyzing income distribution in Wahpaton 94A can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Wahpaton 94A is $26,600.
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 Indian reserve's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Wahpaton 94A population or around 40 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 30 and 15 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Wahpaton 94A's median household income is $63,200, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Wahpaton 94A's median household income is 20,800 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the Indian reserve'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 Indian reserve's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Wahpaton 94A
This data sheds light on the distribution of Wahpaton 94A 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.
44.00% or most of the Wahpaton 94A population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 28.00% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 28.00% 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.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 30 | 55 | 44.00% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 20 | 15 | 35 | 28.00% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 15 | 35 | 28.00% |
Below national average 8.0% of Wahpaton 94A's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Wahpaton 94A
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Wahpaton 94A. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Wahpaton 94A is at 18.75% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 30.23% |
| Unemployment rate | 18.75% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Wahpaton 94A, 20.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 13.6% worked part year and/or part time, and 63.6% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 45 | 20.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 30 | 13.6% |
| Did not work | 140 | 63.6% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the Indian reserve who work as an employee. The majority of Wahpaton 94A's population (around 68.80%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the Indian reserve, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Wahpaton 94A industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Wahpaton 94A is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Wahpaton 94A has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (25%) works in the public administration sector. The Educational services sector comes second at 19%, followed by Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services at 13%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public administration | 10 | 10 | 25% |
| Educational services | 0 | 10 | 19% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 10 | 13% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 10 | 13% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 13% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 13% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 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% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 10 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Wahpaton 94A residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Wahpaton 94A: Public administration (25%), Educational services (19%), Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services (13%)
Top occupation categories in Wahpaton 94A: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (38%), Sales and service occupations (31%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (13%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the Indian reserve. 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 | 25 | 30 | 65 | 92.90% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Wahpaton 94A 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 Wahpaton 94A residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Wahpaton 94A spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the Indian reserve's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the Indian reserve.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 64.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 14.30% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 14.30% |
| 60 minutes and over | 14.30% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Wahpaton 94A 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 Indian reserve's social fabric. We can gain insights into Wahpaton 94A's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights Indian reserve'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 Wahpaton 94A. About 310 people living in the Indian reserve 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 | 310 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 0.0% of Wahpaton 94A's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 98.4% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 305 | 98.4% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 88.7% | 96.8% |
| Non-official languages | 8.1% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Wahpaton 94A is predominantly Christian. About 35 of its population is Christian (15 males and 20 females).
The second largest religion in the Indian reserve 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 | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Indian Reserves to Wahpaton 94A
- Kiskaciwan No. 208 14.5 km · 89 people
- Sturgeon Lake 101 17.2 km · 1,224 people
- Little Red River 106C 22.8 km · 367 people
- Montreal Lake 106B 29.3 km · 423 people
- Little Red River 106D 32.4 km
- Muskoday First Nation 35.5 km · 700 people
- One Arrow 95-1D 54.5 km
- Willow Cree 58.6 km
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahpaton 94A
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Wahpaton 94A has a population of 310 people, making it the 450th Indian reserve in Saskatchewan. The population increased slightly from 309 in 2016, an increase of 1 people or 0.32%. The Indian reserve has a population density of 21.0 people per km² across a land area of 14.79 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Wahpaton 94A's population remained essentially flat between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 309 to 310 people, a marginal change of 1 residents. This stability is characteristic of many mid-sized other Saskatchewan Indian reserves during this period. The median age of 21.80 years suggests a comparatively young population. The relatively low proportion of one-person households (13.3%) points to a family-oriented community. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Wahpaton 94A has a population density of approximately 21.00 people per square kilometre.
Wahpaton 94A covers a land area of approximately 14.79 km².
The median age of the population in Wahpaton 94A is 21.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Wahpaton 94A is Cree.
The median household income in Wahpaton 94A is $63,200, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Wahpaton 94A.
Christian is the predominant religion in Wahpaton 94A.
According to the 2021 Census, 100.0% of Wahpaton 94A's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
0.0% of Wahpaton 94A's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 46.7% of census families in Wahpaton 94A, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 21.4% of all households in Wahpaton 94A, per the 2021 Census.
0.0% of Wahpaton 94A'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 Wahpaton 94A, 20.5% 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.