Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Squamish, District municipality
Squamish (District municipality) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Squamish (District municipality) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 18.7% | 19.0% | 18.4% |
| 15 to 64 | 69.5% | 69.9% | 69.0% |
| 65 and over | 11.8% | 11.1% | 12.6% |
18.7%
In 2021, 4,455 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Squamish (District municipality), representing respectively 18.7% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
69.5%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 69.5% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
11.8%
In 2021, 2,815 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Squamish (District municipality), representing respectively 11.8% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Squamish (District municipality), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Squamish (District municipality), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Squamish (District municipality), 2021
Average age for Squamish (District municipality) and higher level geographies, 2021
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