Barrie, located in central Ontario, is one of the province’s rapidly growing Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs). In 2024, Barrie’s population reached 245,586, representing approximately 1.52% of Ontario’s total population of 16,124,116. Known for its strong community spirit, expanding economy, and proximity to Toronto, Barrie has seen consistent growth in recent years, driven by both internal migration and international immigration.
Barrie City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 147,829
- Population, 2016: 141,434
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 4.5
- Total private dwellings: 57,276
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 55,316
- Population density per square kilometre: 1,493.1
- Land area in square kilometres: 99.01
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 6,435 | 4.4% |
| Chinese | 2,510 | 1.7% |
| Black | 5,670 | 3.9% |
| Filipino | 2,060 | 1.4% |
| Arab | 805 | 0.6% |
| Latin American | 2,910 | 2.0% |
| Southeast Asian | 1,005 | 0.7% |
| West Asian | 1,070 | 0.7% |
| Korean | 20 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 770 | 0.5% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 890 | 0.6% |
| Not a visible minority | 120,535 | 83.3% |
| Total | 144,680 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population of Barrie in 2024 is 245,586, accounting for about 1.52% of Ontario’s total population.
The median age in Barrie is 38.5 years, reflecting a relatively young and working-age dominant population.
As of 2021, there were 32,365 visible minority residents, making up around 15.2% of the population.
In 2021, Barrie had a population density of 237.2 people per square kilometre.
The South Asian community is the largest visible minority group in Barrie, followed by Black and Latin American communities.
Source:
- Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01 Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0005-01 Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas and census agglomerations
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0351-01 Visible minority by gender and age: Canada, provinces and territories
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