The demographic makeup of the NRRM has undergone significant change in the past few decades. While the median population age has increased in the Northern Rockies, it is well below the provincial average for communities.

The proportion of older residents to choosing to remain in the region longer also reflects the degree to which medical, transportation and other amenities have improved in the Regional Municipality over time.

It is expected that the trends described below will be further demonstrated when the results of the latest census become available.

NRRM Population Change 1986 - 2018

NRRM Population Change from 1986 to 2018

Source: BC Stats 1998, 2014, 2016, 2018

Northern Rockies population count includes the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nation.
NRRM Population Change by Age 1996 - 2016

 NRRM Population Change by Age from 1996 to 2016

Source: Statistics Canada 1996, 2017a

Northern Rockies refers to the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nation.
Median Age in the NRRM and in BC 2001 - 2016

Median Age in the NRRM and in BC between 2001 and 2016

Source: Statistics Canada 2001a, 2007, 2012, 2017a

Northern Rockies refers to the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nation.
Population Projections, Educational Attainment and Income Sources and Levels

Accurate updated data related to population projections, educational attainment and income sources and levels await the results of the 2021 Census.

In the interim, additional information can be found in the NRRM Regional Economic Strategy (2019).
Labour Force Composition, Commuting and Projected Demand
The Municipality recently completed the NRRM Labour and Economic Study (2021). This Study provides a comprehensive overview of the current and projected labour market in the Northern Rockies with particular reference to major development projects under investigation.