Manitoba’s total population in 2024 is 1,494,301, and within this, Portage la Prairie has a population of 14,197. This means the city represents about 0.95% of the province’s population. Known for its rich history and location along the Assiniboine River, Portage la Prairie continues to show steady demographic growth, making it a vital community in southern Manitoba.
Portage la Prairie City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 13,270
- Population, 2016: 13,304
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: -0.3
- Total private dwellings: 6,109
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 5,644
- Population density per square kilometre: 536.8
- Land area in square kilometres: 24.72
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 575 | 4.5% |
| Chinese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Black | 190 | 1.5% |
| Filipino | 350 | 2.7% |
| Arab | 0 | 0.0% |
| Latin American | 70 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 35 | 0.3% |
| West Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 15 | 0.1% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 15 | 0.1% |
| Not a visible minority | 11,495 | 90.1% |
| Total | 12,760 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population in 2024 is 14,197, representing nearly 1% of Manitoba’s population.
Yes. The city grew from 13,270 in 2021 to 14,197 in 2024, an increase of about 7%.
The median age is 38.5 years, slightly higher than the provincial median, showing a balanced mix of young families and seniors.
Approximately 19% of residents identify as visible minorities, with South Asian and Filipino communities being the largest groups.
In 2021, there were 6,109 private dwellings, with 5,644 occupied by usual residents.
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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