Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
Markham, City
Markham (City) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
Markham (City) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 15.9% | 16.9% | 15.0% |
| 15 to 64 | 65.8% | 65.5% | 65.9% |
| 65 and over | 18.3% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
15.9%
In 2021, 53,880 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Markham (City), representing respectively 15.9% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
65.8%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 65.8% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
18.3%
In 2021, 62,055 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Markham (City), representing respectively 18.3% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, Markham (City), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, Markham (City), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, Markham (City), 2021
Average age for Markham (City) and higher level geographies, 2021
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