As of 2024, the total population of British Columbia is 5,698,430. Trail, a small city in the West Kootenay region, has a population of 15,153, representing approximately 0.27% of the province’s total. Known for its rich industrial history and scenic surroundings, Trail offers a blend of urban amenities and outdoor lifestyle.
Trail City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 7,920
- Population, 2016: 7,709
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 2.7
- Total private dwellings: 3,973
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 3,736
- Population density per square kilometre: 226.9
- Land area in square kilometres: 34.9
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 255 | 3.4% |
| Chinese | 65 | 0.9% |
| Black | 20 | 0.3% |
| Filipino | 70 | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0 | 0.0% |
| Latin American | 15 | 0.2% |
| Southeast Asian | 30 | 0.4% |
| West Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 20 | 0.3% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 35 | 0.5% |
| Not a visible minority | 7,100 | 93.3% |
| Total | 7,610 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
Trail’s population in 2024 is 15,153, making up about 0.27% of British Columbia’s total population.
The median age in Trail is 47.1 years, higher than the provincial median, reflecting its older demographic.
In 2024, there are 4,126 residents aged 65 and over, representing 27.2% of the population.
According to the 2021 Census, Trail has a population density of 51.1 people per square kilometre.
The largest visible minority group is South Asian (1.78%), followed by Filipino (0.40%) and Chinese (0.53%).
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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