Red Deer City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 100,844
- Population, 2016: 100,418
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 0.4
- Total private dwellings: 43,404
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 40,512
- Population density per square kilometre: 966.5
- Land area in square kilometres: 104.34
Population by Age and Gender
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Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 2,220 | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 1,515 | 1.6% |
| Black | 1,940 | 2.0% |
| Filipino | 7,460 | 7.7% |
| Arab | 735 | 0.8% |
| Latin American | 1,725 | 1.8% |
| Southeast Asian | 840 | 0.9% |
| West Asian | 395 | 0.4% |
| Korean | 10 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 150 | 0.2% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 745 | 0.8% |
| Not a visible minority | 79,525 | 81.8% |
| Total | 97,260 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
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Income Statistics
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FAQ
What is the population of Red Deer in 2024?
In 2024, Red Deer’s population is 112,759, representing about 2.31% of Alberta’s total population.
Is Red Deer’s population growing?
Yes, Red Deer has seen steady growth from its 2021 Census count of 100,844, driven by economic opportunities and migration.
What is the median age in Red Deer?
The median age in Red Deer is 39.2 years, indicating a relatively young and economically active population.
How diverse is Red Deer?
While 70.53% of residents identify as not a visible minority, the city has growing Filipino, South Asian, and Black communities.
What is Red Deer’s population density?
As of 2021, Red Deer had a population density of 966.5 people per square kilometre, making it a compact and well-developed urban area.
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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