Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Wellington, County
Wellington (County) – Age distribution, 2011 to 2021
Wellington (County) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 17.1% | 17.9% | 16.2% |
| 15 to 64 | 65.1% | 65.8% | 64.5% |
| 65 and over | 17.8% | 16.3% | 19.3% |
17.1%
In 2021, 41,110 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Wellington (County), representing respectively 17.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
65.1%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 65.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
17.8%
In 2021, 42,950 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Wellington (County), representing respectively 17.8% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Wellington (County), 2011 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Wellington (County), 2011 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Wellington (County), 2021
Average age for Wellington (County) and higher level geographies, 2021
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