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Dauphin, MB

Manitoba

Dauphin is a small city in Manitoba with a population of 8,368. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
8,368 Population 1,711/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $42,320 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $770/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,368
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,711/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$42,320
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty18.0%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$770
Ownership62.2%
Housing Units3,780
Rent Burden14.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+31.8%
Graduate+3.7%

Community

Commute14 min

Is Dauphin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dauphin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Dauphin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dauphin is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dauphin is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dauphin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow.

Dauphin has a population of 8,368 with a density of 1,711 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.3% Black, 5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.8% of residents.

Population

8,368
Total Population
2021 Census
1,711
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dauphin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.8%
9% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 12.7%

Social Characteristics

Dauphin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dauphin is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,320. The average weekly wage is $814, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 259 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dauphin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,320
Avg Weekly Wage$814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)259

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dauphin is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 62.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,780 total housing units in the city. 14.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.2%
Owner-Occupied62.2%
Renter-Occupied37.8%
Housing Units3,780

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, Dauphin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Dauphin 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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Dauphin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density1,711/sq mi
Coordinates51.1494°N, 100.0502°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 26.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 123 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 129 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 135 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 128 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 140 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 134 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 138 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 121 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 1.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Dauphin has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+31.8%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,711/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Schools in Dauphin

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School - - - -
Lieutenant Colonel Barker V.C. School - - - -
Ecole Macneill - - - -
Smith-Jackson Ukrainian Bilingual School - - - -
Whitmore School - - - -
École Macneill - - - -
Henderson Elementary School - - - -
Dauphin Regional Secondary School - DRSS - - - -
MacKenzie Middle School - - - -
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Museums in Dauphin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Dauphin Museum
Rail Station

Cafes in Dauphin

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Corrinas on Main
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Dauphin

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Countryfest Community Cinema

Gas Stations in Dauphin

12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-Op
Co-Op
Co-op
Esso
Fas Gas Dauphin
First Canadian Fuels
Husky
Independent
No Frills Gas Bar
Petro-Canada
Petro-Pass
Tempo

Shopping Malls in Dauphin

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dauphin Marketplace Mall

Golf Courses in Dauphin

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dauphin Lake Golf Club
Dauphin Lake Golf Club

Airports Near Dauphin

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dauphin Barker AirportYDNMedium Airport
Erickson Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Gilbert Plains Airport-Small Airport
Mccreary Airport-Small Airport
Riding Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Shoal Lake Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dauphin

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of the Resurrection
Ukrainian Catholic Church Of The Resurrection

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dauphin

What is the population of Dauphin?

Dauphin has a population of 8,368 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 1,711 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Dauphin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Dauphin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Dauphin?

Dauphin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches, with 26.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dauphin?

The unemployment rate in Dauphin is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $814. There are 259 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 8.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dauphin?

The median home value in Dauphin is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $770. The homeownership rate is 62.2%.

How are the schools in Dauphin?

10.8% of adults in Dauphin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Dauphin?

The average commute in Dauphin is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dauphin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dauphin is 92.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 5% Asian. 85.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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