Fort St. John, located in northeastern British Columbia, is home to 30,979 residents in 2024, making up about 0.54% of the province’s total population of 5,698,430. Known as the “Energetic City,” Fort St. John is a hub for industry, commerce, and outdoor recreation, with a growing and diverse community.
Fort St. John City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 21,465
- Population, 2016: 20,260
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 5.9
- Total private dwellings: 10,004
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 8,777
- Population density per square kilometre: 656.9
- Land area in square kilometres: 32.67
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 1,120 | 5.3% |
| Chinese | 305 | 1.4% |
| Black | 435 | 2.1% |
| Filipino | 1,005 | 4.8% |
| Arab | 40 | 0.2% |
| Latin American | 85 | 0.4% |
| Southeast Asian | 105 | 0.5% |
| West Asian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 70 | 0.3% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 120 | 0.6% |
| Not a visible minority | 17,740 | 84.3% |
| Total | 21,035 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
In 2024, Fort St. John’s population is 30,979, representing 0.54% of British Columbia’s total population.
Yes. Between 2021 and 2024, the population increased from 28,729 to 30,979, reflecting ongoing development and migration.
The median age in 2024 is 34.4, making it one of the younger communities in BC.
About 20% of residents identify as part of a visible minority, with notable Filipino, South Asian, and Black communities.
As of 2021, Fort St. John had a density of 46.5 people per square kilometre, higher than many rural BC municipalities.
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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