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Cornwallis, MB

Manitoba

Cornwallis is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 4,568. Residents earn $99,000 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,568 Population 24/sq mi density
$99,000 Median Income $53,900 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 5.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$99,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $99,000
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

How Cornwallis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,568
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,000
Per Capita$53,900
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$800
Ownership62.8%
Housing Units1,705
Rent Burden5.5%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+35.0%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Cornwallis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cornwallis receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cornwallis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cornwallis is $99,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 32% above $75,149. This places Cornwallis among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cornwallis is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cornwallis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.

Cornwallis has a population of 4,568 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 193.3 square miles. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.5% of residents.

Population

4,568
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
193.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cornwallis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish 4.2%
69% below US avg
Other Languages 9.3%

Social Characteristics

Cornwallis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cornwallis is $99,000, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,037, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 142 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Cornwallis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,000
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)142

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cornwallis is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,705 total housing units in the city. 5.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden5.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.8%
Owner-Occupied62.8%
Renter-Occupied37.2%
Housing Units1,705

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Cornwallis receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cornwallis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cornwallis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area193.3 sq mi (500.5 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates44.6523°N, 65.6299°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.4"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 20.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.63"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jan 11, 2022.

Feb 2, 2016 8 km E of Lubec, Maine M3.6 102 km
Jul 1, 2015 30 km NNW of Yarmouth, Canada M3.5 80 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 97 km
Jul 16, 2007 18 km WSW of Bridgewater, Canada M3.2 82 km
Jul 25, 2010 35 km S of Fundy Bay, Canada M3.2 100 km
Oct 15, 2003 11 km E of Saint Andrews, Canada M3.1 112 km
Jun 9, 2016 24 km S of Yarmouth, Canada M3.0 123 km
Jun 20, 2015 37 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.9 34 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 90 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 142 km
Feb 10, 2021 28 km W of Yarmouth, Canada M2.6 112 km
Jan 31, 2011 2 km S of Robbinston, Maine M2.6 125 km
Jan 11, 2022 8 km SE of Saint Andrews, Canada M2.6 114 km
Feb 17, 2015 12 km N of Saint Andrews, Canada M2.5 127 km
Feb 17, 2012 8 km ENE of Northfield, Maine M2.5 148 km
Jun 27, 2015 38 km SE of Digby, Canada M2.5 35 km
May 29, 2014 52 km SW of Digby, Canada M2.5 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 98 km
2009 Bill Category 1 185 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 105 km
2003 Juan Category 2 148 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 285 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 4.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 4.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 56°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Cornwallis has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 22°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.3").

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11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+35.0%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area193.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Schools in Cornwallis

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CRMS - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cornwallis

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cornwallis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre
Ft. Anne NHS
North Hills Museum
Sinclair Inn Museum

Farmers Markets in Cornwallis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market

Monuments in Cornwallis

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harriette Taber Richardson
Samuel De Champlain

Castles in Cornwallis

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Port-Royal National Historic Site

Breweries in Cornwallis

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Annapolis Brewing Company

Airports Near Cornwallis

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB GreenwoodYZXMedium Airport
Digby / Annapolis Regional AirportYDGMedium Airport
Saint John AirportYSJMedium Airport
Brier Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Finlay Air Park-Small Airport
Keizers Air Park-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cornwallis

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Clementsport Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cornwallis

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Port Royal Union Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cornwallis

What is the population of Cornwallis?

Cornwallis has a population of 4,568 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 193.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.3% male.

Is Cornwallis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $99,000, 32% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cornwallis safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cornwallis receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cornwallis?

Cornwallis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cornwallis?

The job market in Cornwallis is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,037. There are 142 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cornwallis?

The median home value in Cornwallis is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.

How are the schools in Cornwallis?

11.4% of adults in Cornwallis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.0% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cornwallis?

The average commute in Cornwallis is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cornwallis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cornwallis is 96.7% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.8% Asian. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish.

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