Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Wakaw has a population of around 978 people. The town's population is in increased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Wakaw has increased by ▲ 6.07%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 922 | 978 | +6.07% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.19% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Wakaw's population is projected to reach approximately 1,037 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 335.60 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 978 | 1,037 | 335.60 |
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.
Wakaw Population Trend & Context
Wakaw had a 2021 census population of 978 — an increase of 56 (▲ 6.07%) people from the 922 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Saskatchewan towns. The town's median age of 48.8 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 Wakaw is around 470 while the female population is around 505.
Of the 978 total population in Wakaw, the largest gender is female with around 505 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 470 | 505 | +6.93% |
Is Wakaw a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Wakaw 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.
Wakaw Population Compared to Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's population in 2021 was 1,132,505, spread across the area. Here's how Wakaw compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Wakaw | Saskatchewan |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $55,600 | $82,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 12.5% | 8.4% |
| Median age | 48.8 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11.3% | 23.2% |
| Immigrants (%) | 3.7% | 12.5% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Wakaw has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 8.20% of the total population. The town median age is 48.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the town'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 49.00% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 32.10% and 19.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Wakaw are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 52.10% | 46.50% | 49.00% |
| 65 years and over | 27.70% | 36.60% | 32.10% |
| 0 to 14 years | 21.30% | 17.80% | 19.40% |
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Population of Wakaw by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Wakaw is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Wakaw is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Wakaw are German, which accounts for 28.83% of the total population, followed by Ukrainian (25.77%), Irish (18.40%), Scottish (14.11%), and French (14.11%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Wakaw include Hungarian, English, Norwegian, Polish, and Canadian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 26.25% | 32.53% | 28.83% |
| Ukrainian | 23.75% | 27.71% | 25.77% |
| Irish | 20.00% | 16.87% | 18.40% |
| Scottish | 18.75% | 9.64% | 14.11% |
| French | 16.25% | 12.05% | 14.11% |
| Hungarian | 13.75% | 9.64% | 11.66% |
| English | 11.25% | 10.84% | 11.04% |
| Norwegian | 10.00% | 10.84% | 10.43% |
| Polish | 10.00% | 9.64% | 9.82% |
| Canadian | 8.75% | 9.64% | 8.59% |
Indigenous Identity in Wakaw
About 17.68% of Wakaw's population (145 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 82.32% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 30 people (3.70% 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 Wakaw's population profile.
About 3.7% of Wakaw's population are immigrants (30 people).
The top countries of origin for Wakaw's immigrant population are United States of America (15), Philippines (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United States of America | 15 |
| Philippines | 10 |
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
93.9% of Wakaw's residents (765 people) are Canadian citizens, and 6.7% are not.
By generation status, 8.5% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 11.0% are second generation, and 79.9% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 330 of Wakaw's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 18.80% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 17.05% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 5.90%, 4.10%, and 4.10%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 160 | 18.80% |
| 2 persons | 145 | 17.05% |
| 3 persons | 50 | 5.90% |
| 4 persons | 35 | 4.10% |
| 5 or more persons | 35 | 4.10% |
Family and Household Structure in Wakaw
Of census families in Wakaw, 78.4% are couple families and 21.6% are one-parent families. The average census family has 2.8 people.
38.1% of households in Wakaw are one-person households, 44.0% are couple-family households, 9.5% are one-parent-family households, and 1.2% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 160 | 38.1% |
| Couple-family households | 185 | 44.0% |
| One-parent-family households | 40 | 9.5% |
| Multigenerational households | 5 | 1.2% |
Income in Wakaw
Analyzing income distribution in Wakaw can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Wakaw is $34,000.
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 town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Wakaw population or around 115 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $30,000 to $49,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 85 and 65 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Wakaw's median household income is $55,600, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Wakaw's median household income is 28,400 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town'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 town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Wakaw
This data sheds light on the distribution of Wakaw 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.
44.90% or most of the Wakaw population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 39.10% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 14.50% 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 | 95 | 55 | 155 | 44.90% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 70 | 70 | 135 | 39.10% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 20 | 30 | 50 | 14.50% |
Below national average 11.6% of Wakaw's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Wakaw
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Wakaw. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Wakaw is at 12.70% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 39.86% |
| Unemployment rate | 12.70% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Wakaw, 21.7% worked full year full time in the reference year, 21.7% worked part year and/or part time, and 56.5% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 150 | 21.7% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 150 | 21.7% |
| Did not work | 390 | 56.5% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Wakaw's population (around 58.70%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 35 men and 30 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 65.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 35 | 30 | 65 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Wakaw industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Wakaw is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Wakaw has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (22%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Accommodation and food services sector comes second at 18%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 15 | 60 | 22% |
| Accommodation and food services | 40 | 20 | 18% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 20 | 15 | 11% |
| Construction | 30 | 0 | 11% |
| Retail trade | 10 | 10 | 6% |
| Educational services | 10 | 10 | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Public administration | 10 | 0 | 3% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 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% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Wakaw residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Wakaw: Health care and social assistance (22%), Accommodation and food services (18%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (11%)
Top occupation categories in Wakaw: Sales and service occupations (38%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (16%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (11%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. 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 | 105 | 90 | 195 | 70.90% |
| No fixed workplace address | 50 | 20 | 70 | 25.50% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 10 | 10 | 3.60% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Wakaw 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 Wakaw residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Wakaw spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 56.60% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 13.20% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 9.40% |
| 60 minutes and over | 9.40% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 5.70% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Wakaw 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 town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Wakaw's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town'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 Wakaw. About 890 people living in the town speak English, 20 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 890 |
| French | 20 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 4.4% of Wakaw's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 94.5% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.5% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 865 | 94.5% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 40 | 4.4% |
| Neither English nor French | 5 | 0.5% |
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 | 83.6% | 94.5% |
| Non-official languages | 10.9% | 3.8% |
| French | 2.7% | 0.5% |
Religion
Wakaw is predominantly Christian. About 590 of its population is Christian (270 males and 320 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Buddhist with 1.2% 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 | 72.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Wakaw
Schools
Parks
Green Spaces in Wakaw
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Wakaw Lions Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Nearest Towns to Wakaw
- Cudworth 17.8 km · 772 people
- Duck Lake 37.8 km · 579 people
- Rosthern 40.5 km · 1,602 people
- Birch Hills 42.4 km · 1,066 people
- Vonda 43.8 km · 384 people
- Bruno 45.1 km · 604 people
- Hague 48.6 km · 889 people
- Aberdeen 51.9 km · 716 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakaw
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Wakaw has a population of 978 people, making it the 121st town in Saskatchewan. The population increased significantly from 922 in 2016, an increase of 56 people or 6.07%. The town has a population density of 316.6 people per km² across a land area of 3.09 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Wakaw's population grew by 6.07% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 922 to 978 people, a gain of 56 residents. This growth is above average compared to many other Saskatchewan towns during this period. The median age of 48.80 years suggests an aging population. The relatively high proportion of one-person households (37.6%) may indicate young adults leaving for larger centres. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Wakaw has a population density of approximately 316.60 people per square kilometre.
Wakaw covers a land area of approximately 3.09 km².
The median age of the population in Wakaw is 48.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Wakaw is German.
The median household income in Wakaw is $55,600, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Wakaw.
Christian is the predominant religion in Wakaw.
According to the 2021 Census, 17.7% of Wakaw's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
93.9% of Wakaw's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 21.6% of census families in Wakaw, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 1.2% of all households in Wakaw, per the 2021 Census.
4.4% of Wakaw'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 Wakaw, 21.7% 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.