Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Edmonton, City
Edmonton (City) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Edmonton (City) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 18.2% | 18.8% | 17.7% |
| 15 to 64 | 68.1% | 68.7% | 67.5% |
| 65 and over | 13.7% | 12.5% | 14.9% |
18.2%
In 2021, 184,115 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Edmonton (City), representing respectively 18.2% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
68.1%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 68.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
13.7%
In 2021, 138,460 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Edmonton (City), representing respectively 13.7% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Edmonton (City), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Edmonton (City), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Edmonton (City), 2021
Average age for Edmonton (City) and higher level geographies, 2021
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