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Boissevain-Morton, MB

Manitoba

Boissevain-Morton is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 2,309. Residents earn $69,000 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,309 Population 5/sq mi density
$69,000 Median Income $45,440 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$69,000 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,000
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

How Boissevain-Morton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,309
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,000
Per Capita$45,440
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty15.7%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units985
Rent Burden12.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+28.9%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Boissevain-Morton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boissevain-Morton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Boissevain-Morton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boissevain-Morton is $69,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boissevain-Morton is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Boissevain-Morton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Boissevain-Morton has a population of 2,309 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.6% Black, 2.5% Asian.

Population

2,309
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
425.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Boissevain-Morton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages6.1%

Social Characteristics

Boissevain-Morton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boissevain-Morton is $69,000, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Boissevain-Morton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,000
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boissevain-Morton is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Renter-Occupied21.8%
Housing Units985

Property Tax

In Boissevain-Morton, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boissevain-Morton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Boissevain-Morton has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.6 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.6 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area425.6 sq mi (1,102.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates49.2295°N, 100.0539°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+28.9%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area425.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Nearby Cities

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