In 2024, British Columbia’s population reached 5,698,430, with the city of Quesnel accounting for 24,225 residents. This means Quesnel represents approximately 0.43% of the total provincial population. Known for its historic roots and strong forestry and mining industries, Quesnel continues to maintain a stable population with a relatively mature demographic profile.
Quesnel City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 9,889
- Population, 2016: 9,879
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 0.1
- Total private dwellings: 4,766
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 4,508
- Population density per square kilometre: 279.8
- Land area in square kilometres: 35.35
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 295 | 3.1% |
| Chinese | 80 | 0.8% |
| Black | 55 | 0.6% |
| Filipino | 155 | 1.6% |
| Arab | 0 | 0.0% |
| Latin American | 45 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 30 | 0.3% |
| West Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 20 | 0.2% |
| Not a visible minority | 8,985 | 93.0% |
| Total | 9,665 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
Quesnel’s population in 2024 is 24,225, making up about 0.43% of British Columbia’s total population.
The median age is 46.9 years, reflecting an older population compared to many other B.C. municipalities.
In 2024, there are 5,803 residents aged 65 years and older, which is nearly 24% of the total population.
With a land area of 21,708.62 km² and a population density of 1.1 people per km², Quesnel is a low-density community.
While the majority of Quesnel residents are not part of a visible minority, the community includes South Asian, Filipino, Chinese, and other ethnic groups.
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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