Yorkton, Saskatchewan Population Data & Demographics

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Yorkton. It is a city in Canada that encompasses a land area of 36.19 km2. The city has a population density of 449.80 people per km2.

We highlight the Yorkton city's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Yorkton has a population of around 16,280 people. The city's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has decreased by -0.39%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
16,34316,280 --0.39%

Population By Genders

The male population of Yorkton is around 7,845 while the female population is around 8,435.

Of the 16,280 total population in Yorkton, the largest gender is female with around 8,435 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
7,8458,435 -6.99%

Population by Age Characteristics

Yorkton has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 6.50% of the total population. The city median age is 41.20.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
10 to 14 years545 6.90%520 6.20% 4.59%1,065 6.50%
40 to 44 years510 6.50%545 6.50% 6.42%1,050 6.40%
35 to 39 years495 6.30%540 6.40% 8.33%1,040 6.40%
55 to 59 years490 6.20%530 6.30% 7.55%1,020 6.30%
60 to 64 years510 6.50%515 6.10% 0.97%1,020 6.30%
30 to 34 years510 6.50%505 6.00% 0.98%1,015 6.20%
5 to 9 years490 6.20%500 5.90% 2.00%990 6.10%
15 to 19 years515 6.60%465 5.50% 9.71%985 6.10%
45 to 49 years450 5.70%525 6.20% 14.29%975 6.00%
25 to 29 years510 6.50%450 5.30% 11.76%965 5.90%
20 to 24 years475 6.10%445 5.30% 6.32%925 5.70%
50 to 54 years440 5.60%475 5.60% 7.37%920 5.70%
0 to 4 years445 5.70%430 5.10% 3.37%875 5.40%
65 to 69 years395 5.00%455 5.40% 13.19%845 5.20%
70 to 74 years350 4.50%415 4.90% 15.66%765 4.70%
85 years and over255 3.30%415 4.90% 38.55%675 4.10%
75 to 79 years235 3.00%360 4.30% 34.72%595 3.70%
80 to 84 years220 2.80%335 4.00% 34.33%555 3.40%
85 to 89 years155 2.00%235 2.80% 34.04%390 2.40%
90 to 94 years85 1.10%130 1.50% 34.62%215 1.30%
95 to 99 years15 0.20%50 0.60% 70.00%65 0.40%

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 60.90% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.10% and 18.00%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Yorkton are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal
Average age of the population40.50%43.70%42.10%
Median age of the population39.20%43.20%41.20%
65 years and over18.50%23.50%21.10%
0 to 14 years18.90%17.20%18.00%

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Population of Yorkton by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Yorkton is quite diverse, which contributes to the city's vibrant cultural landscape. Yorkton 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 Ukrainian, which accounts for 30.17% of the total population, followed by German (22.23%), English (16.30%), Scottish (13.72%), and Irish (10.11%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Polish, Canadian, Filipino, French, and First Nations (North American Indian).

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Ukrainian29.58%30.76%30.17%
German22.76%21.76%22.23%
English16.45%16.11%16.30%
Scottish13.85%13.68%13.72%
Irish11.44%8.88%10.11%
Polish8.78%8.88%8.82%
Canadian8.13%7.84%8.01%
Filipino6.24%6.75%6.47%
French6.18%6.57%6.34%
First Nations (North American Indian)5.66%5.78%5.75%

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 4,975 of Yorkton's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 17.15% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 17.10% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.05%, 5.90%, and 3.85%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons2,39517.15%
1 person2,38517.10%
3 persons8456.05%
4 persons8205.90%
5 or more persons5353.85%

Income in Yorkton

Analyzing income distribution in Yorkton can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Yorkton is $42,400.

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 Yorkton population or around 9,165 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 8,860 and 7,845 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Yorkton's median household income is $76,000, according to 2020 data.

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 Yorkton

This data sheds light on the distribution of Yorkton 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.

49.85% or most of the Yorkton population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 34.95% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 19.50% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.15% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree4,5155,66010,18049.85%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate3,6903,6507,34034.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher1,5602,3853,94519.50%
No certificate, diploma or degree1,8801,5303,41015.15%

Employment in Yorkton

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Yorkton. 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 4.77% which is pretty low.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate58.89%
Unemployment rate4.77%

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 Yorkton's population (around 75.10%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the city, there are 515 men and 365 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 880.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed515365880

Employment Industry Sectors

The Yorkton industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Yorkton is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Yorkton has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 15%, followed by Manufacturing at 8%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance3151,26019%
Retail trade64561015%
Manufacturing5251608%
Accommodation and food services2603608%
Educational services1503556%
Construction395405%
Public administration1702155%
Transportation and warehousing280554%
Other services (except public administration)1651454%
Finance and insurance901803%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services1451203%
Professional, scientific and technical services1501153%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting190603%
Wholesale trade180403%
Arts, entertainment and recreation901303%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction20003%
Information and cultural industries70451%
Real estate and rental and leasing50501%
Utilities40301%
Management of companies and enterprises000%

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.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work2,9603,2106,16580.60%
No fixed workplace address61522584011.00%
Worked at home3003356408.40%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Yorkton 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 Yorkton residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Yorkton 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.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes75.70%
15 to 29 minutes12.20%
60 minutes and over5.60%
30 to 44 minutes4.60%
45 to 59 minutes2.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Yorktonshed 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 Yorkton's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
55.56%
Married or living common-law
44.44%

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 Yorkton. About 15,890 people living in the province speak English, 65 people speak French, 50 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 20 people speak English and French language.

LanguagePopulation
English15,890
French65
Neither English nor French50
English and French20

Religion

Yorkton is predominantly Christian. About 9,965 of its population is Christian (4,550 males and 4,550 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Hindu with 2.1% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Muslim and Sikh, both represent 1.2% and 0.8% of the population, while Buddhist represent 0.1% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian62.6%
Hindu2.1%
Islam1.2%
Sikh0.8%
Buddhist0.1%
Jewish0.0%