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Fisher, MB

Manitoba

Fisher is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,845. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,845 Population 3/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $37,200 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$584 Median Rent 9.8% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $584/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $584
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,845
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$37,200
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty22.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$584
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units660
Rent Burden9.8%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+30.8%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Fisher a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fisher is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fisher is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $584 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fisher has a population of 1,845 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.7% Asian.

Population

1,845
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
573.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fisher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.9%
11% below US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg
Other Languages27.9%

Social Characteristics

Fisher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fisher is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fisher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fisher is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $584 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$584
50% below US avg
Rent Burden9.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied21.2%
Housing Units660

Property Tax

In Fisher, 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: Fisher 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

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+30.8%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area573.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.5%

Nearby Cities

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