Chatham-Kent, a large municipality in southwestern Ontario, has an estimated 2024 population of 111,705. With Ontario’s total population reaching 16,124,116, Chatham-Kent accounts for approximately 0.69% of the province’s population. Known for its expansive rural landscapes, strong agricultural industry, and growing residential areas, Chatham-Kent offers a mix of small-town charm and diverse community life.
Chatham-Kent Municipality Statistics
- Population, 2021: 103,988
- Population, 2016: 101,647
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 2.3
- Total private dwellings: 46,752
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 44,028
- Population density per square kilometre: 42.4
- Land area in square kilometres: 2,451.9
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 1,315 | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 455 | 0.4% |
| Black | 2,600 | 2.6% |
| Filipino | 435 | 0.4% |
| Arab | 315 | 0.3% |
| Latin American | 485 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 475 | 0.5% |
| West Asian | 65 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 185 | 0.2% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 240 | 0.2% |
| Not a visible minority | 95,070 | 93.5% |
| Total | 101,640 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population is estimated at 111,705, making up about 0.69% of Ontario’s total population.
Yes. Chatham-Kent grew from 104,316 in 2021 to 111,705 in 2024, reflecting steady growth due to affordable housing and migration from larger cities.
The median age is 44.8, indicating a balanced mix of working-age residents and retirees.
Visible minorities make up 6.6% of the population, with the largest groups being Black, South Asian, and Latin American communities.
In 2021, the population density was 42.3 people per square kilometre, due to its large rural land base.
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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