In 2024, Alberta’s population reached 4,888,723 residents. Within this total, High River is home to 15,696 people, representing approximately 0.32% of the province’s population. Known for its vibrant community, scenic surroundings, and balanced mix of age groups, High River offers a distinctive demographic profile compared to other Alberta towns.
High River Town Statistics
- Population, 2021: 14,324
- Population, 2016: 13,594
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 5.4
- Total private dwellings: 5,950
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 5,787
- Population density per square kilometre: 645.4
- Land area in square kilometres: 22.19
Population by Age and Gender
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Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 165 | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 20 | 0.1% |
| Black | 225 | 1.6% |
| Filipino | 1,390 | 9.9% |
| Arab | 110 | 0.8% |
| Latin American | 280 | 2.0% |
| Southeast Asian | 95 | 0.7% |
| West Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 65 | 0.5% |
| Not a visible minority | 11,635 | 83.2% |
| Total | 13,985 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
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Income Statistics
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FAQ
What is the population of High River in 2024?
The population of High River in 2024 is 15,696.
How does High River’s population compare to Alberta’s total?
High River represents approximately 0.32% of Alberta’s 2024 population of 4,888,723.
What is the median age in High River?
The median age in High River is 45.4 years, which is higher than the provincial average.
What is the largest visible minority group in High River?
The Filipino community is the largest visible minority group, making up about 9.43% of the population.
How dense is High River’s population?
As of 2021, the population density was 645.4 residents per square kilometre.
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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