Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Petawawa, Town
Petawawa (Town) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Petawawa (Town) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 21.8% | 20.8% | 22.9% |
| 15 to 64 | 68.8% | 70.8% | 66.4% |
| 65 and over | 9.5% | 8.3% | 10.7% |
21.8%
In 2021, 3,955 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Petawawa (Town), representing respectively 21.8% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
68.8%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 68.8% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
9.5%
In 2021, 1,720 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Petawawa (Town), representing respectively 9.5% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Petawawa (Town), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Petawawa (Town), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Petawawa (Town), 2021
Average age for Petawawa (Town) and higher level geographies, 2021
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