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Grand Rapids, MB

Manitoba

Grand Rapids is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 947. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
947 Population 130/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $26,800 per capita
$229,122 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 20.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$229,122 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,122
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.5%
469% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.2%
224% higher than US avg

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

People

Population947
Median Age22.2 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$26,800
Unemployment20.5%
Poverty40.2%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,122
Rent$785
Ownership6.3%
Housing Units240
Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+28.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Grand Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Rapids receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Grand Rapids has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Rapids is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 40.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Rapids is $229,122, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grand Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches.

Grand Rapids has a population of 947 with a density of 130 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. The median age is 22.2 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.3% of residents.

Population

947
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
22.2yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 14.7%

Social Characteristics

Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Rapids is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $515, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 29 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grand Rapids vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,800
Avg Weekly Wage$515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.5%
469% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.2%
224% above US avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Rapids is $229,122, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 6.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 240 total housing units in the city. 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,122
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership6.3%
Owner-Occupied6.3%
Renter-Occupied4.2%
Housing Units240

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, Grand Rapids receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grand Rapids 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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Grand Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. The area gets 301 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 19.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average32.6°F
40% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates53.1748°N, 99.2697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.2"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 5.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -4°F (-20°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 15°F (-9°C) 0.9 in
April 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Grand Rapids has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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1.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.7% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+28.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Grand Rapids

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grand Rapids school - - - -
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Gas Stations in Grand Rapids

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Airports Near Grand Rapids

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Easterville Airport-Small Airport
Grand Rapids Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Rapids

What is the population of Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids has a population of 947 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50% male.

Is Grand Rapids expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,122 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Grand Rapids safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average -4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grand Rapids?

The job market in Grand Rapids faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $515. There are 29 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grand Rapids?

The median home value in Grand Rapids is $229,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 6.3%.

How are the schools in Grand Rapids?

1.8% of adults in Grand Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grand Rapids?

The average commute in Grand Rapids is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, 6.7% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grand Rapids?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grand Rapids is 100% White. 85.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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